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Woe to the rebellious children, says Yahweh, who take counsel, but not of me; and who make a league, but not of my Spirit, that they may add sin to sin,
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Trusting God, Not Human Schemes
The commentaries identify Israel's core sin as seeking a political alliance with Egypt instead of relying on God for protection. This act of taking "counsel, but not of me" is called rebellion because it stems from a lack of faith in God's power and sufficiency. Scholars like Calvin and Henry contrast the reliability of God, the "Rock of ages," with the "broken reed" of human help, warning that leaning on our own understanding ultimately leads to shame.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Woe (see the note at Isaiah 18:1).
To the rebellious children — To those whom he had nourished as children, and who had rebell…
19th Century
Anglican
Woe to the rebellious children ... —The interjection perhaps expresses sorrow rather than indignation, Alas, for…
16th Century
Protestant
Woe to the rebellious children. The Prophet exclaims against the Jews because, when they were unable to bear the burden and were hard-pres…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Woe to the rebellious children, says the Lord The Jews, who were, by national adoption, and by outward profession of reli…
It was often the fault and folly of the Jews, that when troubled by their neighbors on one side, they sought help from others instead of looking up…
13th Century
Catholic
1. Woe to you, apostate children. In this section, the prophet issues threats against those who despised the prophet Jeremia…
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