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The foot shall tread it down; even the feet of the poor, and the steps of the needy.
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God Vindicates the Humble
Commentators explain that this verse describes a great reversal of fortunes. The 'lofty city,' representing oppressive powers and human pride (like Babylon), will be brought so low that the very people it once oppressed—the 'poor and needy'—will trample its ruins. This demonstrates God's justice and His commitment to lifting up the humble.
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Isaiah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The foot shall tread it down, even the feet of the poor - That is, evidently, those who had been despised by them, and who had been…
19th Century
Anglican
Even the feet of the poor ... —The downfall of the haughty city is emphasized by the fact that the instruments of its des…
Baptist
For he bringeth down them that dwell on high; the lofty city, he layeth it low; he layeth it low, even to the ground; he bringeth it even to th…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The foot shall tread it down Trample upon it when brought down, laid low, and level with the ground, as mire is trodden i…
The way of the just is evenness, a steady course of obedience and holy living. It is their happiness that God makes their way plain and easy. It is…
13th Century
Catholic
1. In that day. In this section, the prophet gives thanks for the justification of the people. This is divided into two parts.…
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