Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
De verken skjønner eller forstår, for Herren gjør at de ikke kan se klart. Hjertet deres kan ikke forstå. De har ingen kunnskap eller forstand så de ser hvor dumt det er å hogge et tre i kubber, brenne bål av kubbene og tilbe dem. De skjønner ikke hvor avskyelig det er å falle ned i tilbedelse for en trekubbe. De lar seg lure av hjertet sitt, og dermed søker de ikke Gud. Mennesket kan ikke redde sin egen sjel, for de avslører ikke løgnen.
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Isaiah says that some people don't understand or see the truth because God has closed their eyes and hearts. The speaker is God, and the key message is about people who are blind to the truth.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing hide and seek, but someone covers your eyes and ears. You can't find the hidden friends because you can't see or hear. This verse is like that, but about God. Some people can't see or understand Him because He has covered their eyes and hearts.
Historical Background
Isaiah wrote this in the 8th century BC. He was speaking to the Israelites, God's chosen people, who were turning away from Him and worshipping false gods. The setting was a time of spiritual decline and idol worship.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, this verse can remind us that people sometimes deliberately shut themselves off from the truth about God. For example, someone might avoid reading the Bible or thinking deeply about spiritual matters because they fear what they might find.