KJV ORIGINAL
We grope for the wall like the blind, and we grope as if we had no eyes: we stumble at noon day as in the night; we are in desolate places as dead men.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
We feel around for the wall like blind people, searching as if we have no eyes at all. We stumble around at noon as if it were nighttime; we are in empty, lonely places like dead people.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing how sin and separation from God leaves people spiritually lost, confused, and unable to find their way even in broad daylight.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Isaiah's confession on behalf of the people of Israel, acknowledging their sins and spiritual condition. The prophet is describing how their rebellion against God has left them spiritually blind and stumbling, unable to find the right path despite having God's law and prophets to guide them.
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