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Isaiah 65:4 Meaning

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

Context Explained

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.

6Behold, it is written before me: I will not keep silence, but will recompense, even recompense into their bosom,

Key Themes

uncleannessseparationidolatry

Related Cross References

  • Leviticus 11:7-8

    Both passages discuss the dietary laws concerning unclean animals.

  • Matthew 15:11

    Jesus teaches that what goes into the mouth does not defile a person, contrasting with the laws of uncleanness.

  • Isaiah 66:17

    This verse also addresses the consequences of idolatry and unclean practices.

Source: Isaiah 65:4