Isaiah 3:7 Meaning
In that day shall he swear, saying, I will not be an healer; for in my house is neither bread nor clothing: make me not a ruler of the people.
Context Explained
5And the people shall be oppressed, every one by another, and every one by his neighbour: the child shall behave himself proudly against the ancient, and the base against the honourable.
6When a man shall take hold of his brother of the house of his father, saying, Thou hast clothing, be thou our ruler, and let this ruin be under thy hand:
7In that day shall he swear, saying, I will not be an healer; for in my house is neither bread nor clothing: make me not a ruler of the people.
8For Jerusalem is ruined, and Judah is fallen: because their tongue and their doings are against the LORD, to provoke the eyes of his glory.
9The shew of their countenance doth witness against them; and they declare their sin as Sodom, they hide it not. Woe unto their soul! for they have rewarded evil unto themselves.
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Related Cross References
Luke 14:11
Jesus teaches about humility and the dangers of seeking honor.
1 Peter 5:2-3
Peter instructs leaders to shepherd willingly, contrasting with the leaders in Isaiah.
Proverbs 29:2
This verse states that when the righteous rule, the people rejoice, contrasting with the oppression in Isaiah.
Source: Isaiah 3:7