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For, behold, the Lord, Yahweh of Hosts, does take away from Jerusalem and from Judah stay and staff, the whole stay of bread, and the whole stay of water;

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The Removal of False Security

Commentators explain that this judgment is a deliberate and comprehensive act by the all-powerful 'Lord of hosts.' God is systematically removing every source of security—from basic food and water to the nation's leaders—that the people relied on instead of Him. This demonstrates the foolishness of placing ultimate trust in temporary, earthly supports.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Isaiah 3:1

18th Century

Theologian

For - This is a continuation of the previous chapter. The same prophecy is continued, and the force of the prophet's argument will not be se…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Isaiah 3:1

19th Century

Bishop

For, behold, the Lord, the Lord of hosts, does take away from Jerusalem ... — From the general picture of the state of Ju…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Isaiah 3:1

16th Century

Theologian

For, behold. We stated a little earlier that this is the same subject the Prophet began to address near the end of the previous chapter. H…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Isaiah 3:1

17th Century

Pastor

For, behold, the Lord, the Lord of hosts These titles of Jehovah, expressive of power and authority, are used to show tha…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Isaiah 3:1–9

17th Century

Minister

God was about to deprive Judah of every stay and support. The city and the land were to be made desolate because their words and works had been reb…