Isaiah 56:11 Meaning
Yea, 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.
Context Explained
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.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 7:15
Jesus warns against false prophets who are greedy, similar to the description here.
John 10:12
Jesus contrasts Himself as the good shepherd with those who are selfish and do not care for the sheep.
Philippians 3:19
Paul describes those whose god is their belly, echoing the greed mentioned in this verse.
Source: Isaiah 56:11