J. Barton Payne
Payne #41 — Jer 23:5–6
Righteous Branch of David called The LORD Our Righteousness; Payne notes the divine name given to the Branch
Lesson 35Identity
Righteous Branch
This lesson explores how Jeremiah 23:5 connects to Jesus.
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Old Testament
Jeremiah 23:5
"The days are coming," declares the LORD, "when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, a King who will reign wisely and do what is just and right in the land."
New Testament
Luke 1:32
He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of his father David,
Scholar Credits
📘 Payne ✓📚 Edersheim ✓📖 McDowell ✓
Alfred Edersheim
The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX
Righteous Branch (Tsemach) is one of the best-known Messianic designations; applied in Targum and multiple Midrashim
Josh McDowell
The New Evidence That Demands a Verdict • #9 House of David
Righteous Branch; Messiah called Son of David throughout both Talmuds
Quick Check
Part 1 - Multiple Choice
Which Old Testament reference connects to this lesson?
Part 2 - Fill In The Blank
Why This Matters
Jeremiah foretold that God would raise up a righteous Branch from David's line—a king who would reign wisely with justice and righteousness. The angel Gabriel announced to Mary that her son would receive David's throne and be called the Son of the Most High. In Jesus, the long-awaited heir of David's dynasty arrived—not to sit on an earthly throne, but to reign eternally.
Reflection
Lord, as I reflect on Righteous Branch, make me steady in faith, humble in spirit, and rooted in Your unchanging identity.