Isa 22:22 | NET2full | STEP | I will place the key to the house of David on his shoulder . When he opens the door, no one can close it; when he closes the door, no one can open it.

‏ Isaiah 22:22

22 I will place the key ^{▼▼sn This may refer to a literal insignia worn by the chief administrator. Even so, it would still symbolize the administrator’s authority to grant or exclude access to the king. See J. N. Oswalt, Isaiah (NICOT), 1:422.} to the house of David on his shoulder. When he opens the door, no one can close it; when he closes the door, no one can open it.