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Key Figures — Isaiah 3

4 figures

The Lord (Yahweh)
Divine Judge and Sovereign over Israel.
In Isaiah 3, the Lord pronounces judgment on Jerusalem and Judah for their sins, highlighting the removal of support and leadership as a consequence of their rebellion.
Related passages
- Isaiah Chapter 1 (The Lord's indictment against Judah)
- Isaiah Chapter 2 (The Lord's future judgment and restoration)
The People of Jerusalem and Judah
Recipients of divine judgment due to their sin and rebellion.
The people are depicted as rebellious and sinful, leading to the removal of their leaders and the collapse of their society.
Related passages
- Isaiah Chapter 1 (Rebellion of the people)
- Isaiah Chapter 5 (Further description of the people's sins)
The Elders and Princes
Leaders of the people who are held accountable for their actions.
The elders and princes are specifically called out for their role in oppressing the people and leading them astray, contributing to the societal collapse.
Related passages
- Isaiah Chapter 1 (Corruption of leaders)
- Micah Chapter 3 (Condemnation of corrupt leaders)
The Daughters of Zion
Symbol of the pride and vanity of the people.
The daughters of Zion are described in terms of their haughtiness and ostentation, serving as a metaphor for the spiritual and moral decay of the society.
Related passages
- Isaiah Chapter 4 (Restoration of Zion)
- 1 Peter Chapter 3 (Admonition against outward adornment)

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