In stead of the thorn shall come up the firre-tree, &c.] Where was nothing but thorns and briers before, there shall usefull trees grow: Chap. 41. 19. the former face and state of things shall be much altered for the better. Chap. 60. 17. it shall be to the LORD for a name] This strange change shall be a means to set forth his glory. Chap. 44. 11. & 60. 21. Jerem. 33. 9. for an everlasting sign] Heb. a signe of eternitie. An everlasting signe of Gods deliverance; that shall never be forgotten by his people. Jeremiah 50:5. Or, that God will never forsake his Church. Chap. 48. 19. & 54. 8-10. that shall not be cut off] Or, that it shall not be cutoff. Chap. 6. 5.