Translations
Original
Notes
remove … food and water: Long ago, God warned of famine. It could lead to terrible conditions and desperate acts as a judgment for wickedness (Leviticus 26:26–29).
These verses continue discussing judgment against Israel's leaders (see Isaiah 1:23–25). Removing leaders at all levels would let the mob take over. Chaos and famine would turn Judah and Jerusalem into a social wasteland.
Isaiah condemned Israel and Judah for their pride and self-importance. He warned them that only God should be honored. All attempts by humans to lift themselves up will actually result in humiliation.
Events
- Prophecies of Isaiahc. 759 BC
People
Judah: Israelite tribe, kingdom, and province LORD: Names or title used to refer to God
Places
Jerusalem: The capital of Israel, a holy city for three religions
Glossary
Topics
Bread: Scarceness of, Sent As a Punishment Famine: Expressed by Taking Away the Stay of Bread Famine: Sent As a Judgment Food: from God Isaiah: Prophecies, Reproofs, and Exhortations of Foretells the Destruction of the Jews Jerusalem: Prophecies Against Prophecies Concerning Israel: Prophecies Concerning of War and Other Judgments Water: The Want of, Considered a Great Calamity