Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Det er ingen av dere som ønsker rettferdighet, for dere er ikke opptatt av rettferdige rettsaker. Dere bærer på ondskap og utfører gale handlinger. Dere er som giftslanger som klekker ut egg, eller som edderkoppen som vever spindelvev. Den som spiser av eggene, dør. En giftslange bryter seg fram mellom knuste murer. Spindelvevet som de onde har vevd, duger ikke til klær. De kan ikke skjule seg bak syndene. De har ondskapsfulle handlinger og er voldelige, og de går gjerne i ondskapens tjeneste. De er raske til å skade andre til blods. Tankene deres er fulle av synd, og dermed blir de forfulgt av ødeleggelse og undergang. Det er ikke fred å finne der de er. De gjør ikke det som er rett, men går gjerne omveier. Hver den som er slik som dem, finner ikke fred.
What Does This Mean?
This verse from Isaiah says that nobody calls for justice or speaks the truth. Instead, people trust in empty things and speak lies, planning bad things and doing evil. The prophet Isaiah is speaking, warning about the moral decay of his people.
Explained for Children
Imagine a classroom where nobody raises their hand to help a friend who is being bullied, and everyone pretends to be okay with telling fibs. Instead of being honest and kind, they trust in silly ideas and make up stories, thinking bad thoughts and doing mean things. Isaiah is like a teacher warning the class about this bad behavior.
Historical Background
Isaiah wrote this around 700 BC, addressing the people of Judah, who were his contemporaries. The context was a time of moral and spiritual decline, with people turning away from God's ways and embracing deceit and injustice.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, this verse can apply to situations where a community or group chooses not to stand up for what is right. For example, in a workplace where employees witness unethical behavior but choose to stay silent, trusting in false promises instead of truth and justice.
The verse was written by the prophet Isaiah, who was addressing the people of Judah around 700 BC.
What does it mean to 'trust in vanity'?
Trusting in vanity means relying on false or worthless things instead of truth and justice. It highlights the tendency to believe in empty promises or false ideas.
How can we apply this verse in our lives?
We can apply this verse by standing up for justice and truth, avoiding deceit, and choosing to do what is right even when it's difficult.
Is there a similar verse in the New Testament?
Yes, Romans 3:8 discusses the idea of people speaking lies and practicing deceit, which is thematically similar to Isaiah 59:4.