Jeremiah 23:5
“Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth.”
King James Version
More of Jeremiah 23 on this siteJeremiah 23:1-4 · Jeremiah 23:7-8
A righteous Branch raised unto David, a King reigning in judgment and justice — the Messiah of David's line.
Fulfillment References
Luke 1:32-33 Matthew 1:1 Romans 5:17
How Traditions Read This Prophecy
JewishA future Davidic king who brings national security — not yet fulfilled (Judah and Israel not yet unified under this king).
CatholicFulfilled in Jesus, the righteous descendant of David who IS our righteousness.
ProtestantJesus fulfills the title 'The LORD Our Righteousness' (1 Cor 1:30).
DispensationalNational salvation of 'Judah and Israel' awaits the Millennial reign.
AcademicJeremiah contrasts this ideal king with the unjust kings of his day, especially Jehoiakim.
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