Isaiah 15:3 · KJV

"In their streets they shall gird themselves with sackcloth: on the tops of their houses, and in their streets, every one shall howl, weeping abundantly."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹The burden of Moab. Because in the night Ar of Moab is laid waste, and brought to silence; because in the night Kir of Moab is laid waste, and brought to silence;

²He is gone up to Bajith, and to Dibon, the high places, to weep: Moab shall howl over Nebo, and over Medeba: on all their heads shall be baldness, and every beard cut off.

³In their streets they shall gird themselves with sackcloth: on the tops of their houses, and in their streets, every one shall howl, weeping abundantly.

⁴And Heshbon shall cry, and Elealeh: their voice shall be heard even unto Jahaz: therefore the armed soldiers of Moab shall cry out; his life shall be grievous unto him.

⁵My heart shall cry out for Moab; his fugitives shall flee unto Zoar, an heifer of three years old: for by the mounting up of Luhith with weeping shall they go it up; for in the way of Horonaim they shall raise up a cry of destruction.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond to loss or tragedy in your life?

What does mourning look like for you personally?

When have you felt the need to express your grief publicly?

Life Application

grief

Allow yourself to grieve when facing loss; it's a natural response. Consider how you can support others who are mourning.

community

Engage with your community during difficult times to share burdens and support each other.

Places in This Verse

Moab(Jordan today)

Moab was located east of the Dead Sea and was known for its conflict with Israel. It often represented opposition to God's people in biblical narratives.

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