Isa 1:27 | TNotes | STEP | 1:27 Here, Zion refers to the remnant community. Only those who repent would receive God’s salvation and purification and would dwell in his presence. Zion was required to be the bastion of justice and righteousness , for God loves righteousness. God expected the covenant community to reflect the holy standards he cares about.

‏ Isaiah 1:27

1:27 ^a Here, Zion refers to the remnant community. Only those who repent would receive God’s salvation and purification and would dwell in his presence. Zion was required to be the bastion of justice and righteousness, for God loves righteousness. God expected the covenant community to reflect the holy standards he cares about.