Isaiah 28:13

French Jerusalem 1998

Aussi Yahvé va leur parler ainsi: çav laçav, çav laçav; qav laqav, qav laqav; ze'êr sham, ze'êr sham afin qu'en marchant ils tombent à la renverse, qu'ils soient brisés, pris au piège, emprisonnés.

Que signifie ce verset ?

In Isaiah 28:13, the Lord speaks about giving instructions to people in small, repetitive segments. However, these people do not understand or follow these instructions, leading to their downfall and destruction.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine your parents giving you instructions to clean your room, but you keep making little mistakes. The Lord is saying that He gives people instructions bit by bit, but if they don't listen, they might trip and fall. It's like not following the rules of a game and losing instead of winning.

Contexte historique

The prophet Isaiah wrote this around 700 BC, addressing the people of Israel. The cultural setting was one of rebellion and unfaithfulness to God's laws, leading to warnings of judgment and consequences.

Application pour aujourd'hui

A modern scenario could be a manager giving clear, step-by-step instructions to an employee, but the employee disregards these instructions, leading to mistakes, possible dismissal, and further consequences in their career.

Thèmes

• judgment
• obedience
• consequences
• hearing God
• rebellion
• spiritual blindness

Versets liés

• Matthew 13:13-15
• Isaiah 6:9-10
• Hosea 6:5
• Luke 8:10
• Romans 11:8

Questions fréquentes

Who is speaking in Isaiah 28:13?

The Lord is speaking through the prophet Isaiah, giving instructions to the people of Israel.

What does 'precept upon precept' mean?

It means giving instructions in small, repetitive segments, so that they are easy to understand and follow.

What are the consequences mentioned?

The consequences are falling backward, being broken, snared, and taken, which symbolize the destruction and judgment for not following God's instructions.

How can this verse be applied in everyday life?

It can be applied by being attentive to the instructions and guidance we receive, whether from God, parents, or leaders, and following them carefully to avoid negative consequences.