1. The royal line of David is like a tree that has been cut down; but just as new branches sprout from a stump, so a new king will arise from among David's descendants.
2. The Spirit of the Lord will give him wisdom,and the knowledge and skill to rule his people.He will know the Lord's will and honour him,
3. and find pleasure in obeying him.He will not judge by appearance or hearsay;
4. he will judge the poor fairlyand defend the rights of the helpless.At his command the people will be punished,and evil persons will die.
5. He will rule his people with justice and integrity.
6. Wolves and sheep will live together in peace,and leopards will lie down with young goats.Calves and lion cubs will feed together,and little children will take care of them.
7. Cows and bears will eat together,and their calves and cubs will lie down in peace.Lions will eat straw as cattle do.
8. Even a baby will not be harmedif it plays near a poisonous snake.