Nítorí a bí ọmọ kan fún wa,
a fi ọmọkùnrin kan fún wa,
ìjọba yóò sì wà ní èjìká rẹ̀.
A ó sì máa pè é ní: Ìyanu
Olùdámọ̀ràn, Ọlọ́run Alágbára
Baba ayérayé, Ọmọ ọba aládé Àlàáfíà.
English Translation:
“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.“_ Isaiah.9:6
Explanation:
In Isaiah 9:6, we find a breathtaking prophecy foretelling the arrival of a savior – not just a ruler, but a divine embodiment of wisdom, power, fatherly love, and peace. This child, identified as Jesus Christ, would establish a kingdom unlike any other, rooted in hope and everlasting peace.
Isaiah’s prophecy, uttered centuries before Jesus’ birth, paints a vivid picture of the hope and transformation humanity yearns for. The child born with a kingly name symbolizes God’s intervention in human history, offering guidance, strength, and ultimately, a lasting peace that transcends earthly conflicts. As we reflect on this powerful prophecy, may we find renewed faith and anticipation for the fulfillment of God’s promises, brought to fruition through the birth and life of Jesus Christ.