Zion's Metamorphosis in Isaiah 60-62

Isaiah 60-62 form the central vision of the third part of the prophetic book of Isaiah (chapters 56-66). They give a brilliant description of the metamorphosis that Zion and her people undergo thanks to God's intervention. It is not just about deliverance and restoration: the vision imagines a new world order with Zion as its shining centre and light for the nations. This article shows how the vision is structured and interpret its main motifs.