Isaiah 3:15

Russian Synodal 1876

что вы тесните народ Мой и угнетаете бедных? говорит Господь, Господь Саваоф.

Что это значит?

This verse is God speaking through the prophet Isaiah, criticizing those who mistreat and oppress the poor and weak. God is upset and calling out the unjust actions of the rich and powerful.

Объяснение для детей

Imagine if a bully at school kept pushing kids around and making them cry. God is saying, 'Why are you being so mean to those who can't protect themselves?' He wants everyone to be treated fairly.

Исторический контекст

The verse is from the book of Isaiah, written by the prophet Isaiah around 700 BC. The audience was the people of Judah, and the cultural setting was a time of social injustice where the rich abused the poor.

Применение сегодня

In today’s context, this could apply to companies that exploit workers, or governments that ignore the needs of the underprivileged. It calls for a fair and just society where the voices of the marginalized are heard and protected.

Темы

• justice
• oppression
• poverty
• divine judgment
• social responsibility
• fairness

Связанные стихи

• James 5:4
• Proverbs 22:22-23
• Luke 16:19-31
• Ezekiel 18:12
• Amos 5:11-12

Рекомендуемая литература

Толкование Толкования на Isaiah → Эта Библия Учебная Библия Synodal 1876 →

Часто задаваемые вопросы

What does 'grind the faces of the poor' mean?

It means to oppress or humiliate the poor, to treat them so harshly that it feels like they are being ground down.

How does this verse relate to modern society?

It can be seen as a call for justice and fairness, especially in contexts where the rich exploit the poor, reminding us to treat everyone with respect and dignity.

Who wrote the book of Isaiah?

The book of Isaiah was written by the prophet Isaiah, who lived around 700 BC and was known for his prophecies against social injustice and his messages of hope.

What does 'saith the Lord GOD of hosts' mean?

It means God is speaking and referring to Himself as the Lord of all the armies of heaven and earth, emphasizing His power and authority over all creation.