Isaiah 3:12 · KJV

"As for my people, children are their oppressors, and women rule over them. O my people, they which lead thee cause thee to err, and destroy the way of thy paths."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁰Say ye to the righteous, that it shall be well with him: for they shall eat the fruit of their doings.

¹¹Woe unto the wicked! it shall be ill with him: for the reward of his hands shall be given him.

¹²As for my people, children are their oppressors, and women rule over them. O my people, they which lead thee cause thee to err, and destroy the way of thy paths.

¹³The LORD standeth up to plead, and standeth to judge the people.

¹⁴The LORD will enter into judgment with the ancients of his people, and the princes thereof: for ye have eaten up the vineyard; the spoil of the poor is in your houses.

Read full chapter →

Reflection Questions

How do you see the role of leadership in your life?

What does it mean to you when authority is challenged?

When have you felt oppressed or misled?

Life Application

authority

Evaluate the leaders in your life and their impact on you.

family

Foster open communication with family members to ensure mutual respect and understanding.

Related Devotions

Isaiah 3:18

Speak the Truth in Love

Have you ever had someone tell you the truth and had it hurt? Sometimes the truth hurts. Sometimes love does too. 1 John 3:18 - My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in

Isaiah 3:2

We Shall Imitate Jesus

1 JOHN 3:2 Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is. God wants to

Isaiah 3:4

Know More About Sin

1 JOHN 3:4 Whosoever committeth sin transgresseth also the law: for sin is the transgression of the law. Sin means violating the Law, crossing the line defined by God. The English term "sin" comes f

🌍 Global Prayer Community

Someone is praying for you right now.

Pray requests. Thanksgiving. Daily reminders. All in your pocket.

Daily Bible in Your Inbox

Get a daily verse, devotional, and prayer delivered every morning.