Yea, truth faileth; and he that departeth from evil maketh himself a prey: and the LORD saw it, and it displeased him that there was no judgment.
Yes, truth has disappeared; and anyone who turns away from evil becomes a target for attack. The LORD saw this, and it upset him deeply that there was no justice.
God is deeply troubled when truth disappears from society and when good people are attacked while justice fails.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was writing during a time of moral and spiritual decline in Israel, likely during the reign of King Manasseh or the period leading up to Babylon's conquest. The nation had turned away from God's laws, corruption was widespread among leaders, and those who tried to live righteously were persecuted or taken advantage of. This verse comes at the end of a chapter describing Israel's sins and the consequences of their rebellion against God.
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