Isaiah 56:10 · KJV
"His watchmen are blind: they are all ignorant, they are all dumb dogs, they cannot bark; sleeping, lying down, loving to slumber."
King James Version
What does Isaiah 56:10 mean? →Passage Context
8The Lord GOD which gathereth the outcasts of Israel saith, Yet will I gather others to him, beside those that are gathered unto him.
9All ye beasts of the field, come to devour, yea, all ye beasts in the forest.
10His watchmen are blind: they are all ignorant, they are all dumb dogs, they cannot bark; sleeping, lying down, loving to slumber.
11Yea, they are greedy dogs which can never have enough, and they are shepherds that cannot understand: they all look to their own way, every one for his gain, from his quarter.
12Come ye, say they, I will fetch wine, and we will fill ourselves with strong drink; and to morrow shall be as this day, and much more abundant.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you discern the truth in your surroundings?
2
What does it mean for you to be a 'watchman' in your community?
3
When have you felt spiritually blind, and how did you regain clarity?
Life Application
leadership
Be vigilant in your role as a leader, seeking wisdom and truth.
faith
Stay alert to spiritual truths and encourage others to do the same.
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