KJV ORIGINAL
That make a man an offender for a word, and lay a snare for him that reproveth in the gate, and turn aside the just for a thing of nought.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
They condemn people for simply speaking up, set traps for those who try to bring correction in public places, and push aside innocent people over worthless accusations.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes corrupt leaders who punish honest people for speaking truth and twist justice to harm the innocent.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was writing during a time when Israel's leaders had become corrupt and were perverting justice. The 'gate' refers to the city gate where legal matters were decided and community business was conducted. These corrupt officials were silencing critics and denying justice to honest people.
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