KJV ORIGINAL
What mean ye that ye beat my people to pieces, and grind the faces of the poor? saith the Lord GOD of hosts.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
What do you think you're doing when you crush my people and oppress the poor? says the Lord God of armies.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is angry with leaders who abuse their power to harm innocent people and take advantage of the poor.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was prophesying during a time when Israel's wealthy leaders and judges were corrupt, taking bribes and exploiting the poor for personal gain. The rulers were supposed to protect and care for all people, especially the vulnerable, but instead they were using their positions to crush those who couldn't defend themselves. God was warning of coming judgment against this injustice.
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