Hearken unto me, ye that know righteousness, the people in whose heart is my law; fear ye not the reproach of men, neither be ye afraid of their revilings.
Listen to me, you who know what is right, you people who have my law in your hearts; don't be afraid of what people say against you, and don't be scared when they insult and criticize you.
God is telling his people who follow him to not fear criticism or insults from others, because they know what's truly right.
📚 Historical Context
In the historical context, the prophet Isaiah was speaking to the people of Judah during the Babylonian exile, a period of oppression and humiliation under foreign rulers who mocked their faith. He addressed those who remained faithful to God's law, encouraging them not to fear human insults or criticism, as this was part of God's broader message of comfort and promise of future restoration for His people. This verse fits into a larger prophetic narrative where Isaiah reassures the exiles of God's justice and deliverance.
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