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Isaiah 65:3 Meaning

A people that provoketh me to anger continually to my face; that sacrificeth in gardens, and burneth incense upon altars of brick;

Context Explained

1I am sought of them that asked not for me; I am found of them that sought me not: I said, Behold me, behold me, unto a nation that was not called by my name.

2I have spread out my hands all the day unto a rebellious people, which walketh in a way that was not good, after their own thoughts;

3A people that provoketh me to anger continually to my face; that sacrificeth in gardens, and burneth incense upon altars of brick;

4Which remain among the graves, and lodge in the monuments, which eat swine's flesh, and broth of abominable things is in their vessels;

5Which say, Stand by thyself, come not near to me; for I am holier than thou. These are a smoke in my nose, a fire that burneth all the day.

Key Themes

rebellionidolatryconsequences

Related Cross References

  • Ezekiel 8:17

    Both verses describe the people's blatant rebellion against God.

  • Romans 1:25

    This verse discusses the consequences of exchanging the truth of God for lies.

  • 2 Timothy 3:1-5

    Both passages warn against the behaviors of a rebellious people.

Source: Isaiah 65:3