KJV ORIGINAL
That this is a rebellious people, lying children, children that will not hear the law of the LORD:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
This is a rebellious people, lying children who refuse to listen to the Lord's teachings.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is describing His people as stubborn rebels who lie and refuse to listen to His guidance.
📚 Historical Context
In the 8th century BC, the prophet Isaiah was delivering God's message to the people of Judah, who were facing threats from the powerful Assyrian empire and were tempted to form an alliance with Egypt for protection. Instead of trusting in God, they were pursuing their own plans, which Isaiah condemned as rebellion against divine guidance. This verse specifically describes their stubborn refusal to listen to God's law, reflecting a recurring theme of disobedience in Israel's history.
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