Is it not to deal thy bread to the hungry, and that thou bring the poor that are cast out to thy house? when thou seest the naked, that thou cover him; and that thou hide not thyself from thine own flesh?
Isn't true worship about sharing your food with the hungry and bringing homeless people into your house? When you see someone without clothes, give them something to wear, and don't turn away from your own family members who need help.
God is saying that real worship means actively caring for hungry, homeless, and needy people—including your own family—not just performing religious rituals.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was speaking to the Israelites who had returned from Babylonian exile and were focused on religious fasting and ceremonies while ignoring social justice. The people were asking why God wasn't responding to their religious practices, and Isaiah explains that God wants compassionate action toward the poor and marginalized, not empty rituals.
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