Isaiah 30:12
Isaiah 30:12 in Multiple Translations
Therefore this is what the Holy One of Israel says: “Because you have rejected this message, trusting in oppression and relying on deceit,
Wherefore thus saith the Holy One of Israel, Because ye despise this word, and trust in oppression and perverseness, and stay thereon:
Wherefore thus saith the Holy One of Israel, Because ye despise this word, and trust in oppression and perverseness, and rely thereon;
For this cause the Holy One of Israel says, Because you will not give ear to this word, and are looking for help in ways of deceit and evil, and are putting your hope in them:
So this is how the Holy One of Israel replies, Since you have rejected this message, and since you trust in oppression and believe in dishonesty,
Therefoe thus saith the holy one of Israel, Because you haue cast off this worde, and trust in violence, and wickednes, and stay thereupon,
Therefore, thus said the Holy One of Israel, Because of your kicking against this word, And ye trust in oppression, And perverseness, and rely on it,
Therefore the Holy One of Israel says, “Because you despise this word, and trust in oppression and perverseness, and rely on it,
Wherefore thus saith the Holy One of Israel, Because ye despise this word, and trust in oppression and perverseness, and lean upon it:
Therefore thus saith the Holy One of Israel: Because you have rejected this word, and have trusted in oppression and tumult, and have leaned upon it:
Therefore, this is what the Holy One of Israel says: “You have rejected my message, and you are relying on those who oppress and deceive others.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 30:12
Study Notes — Isaiah 30:12
- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 30:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 30:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 30:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 30:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 30:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 30:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 30:12
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 30:12
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 30:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 30:12
- Sermons on Isaiah 30:12
Context — The Worthless Treaty with Egypt
12Therefore this is what the Holy One of Israel says: “Because you have rejected this message, trusting in oppression and relying on deceit,
13this iniquity of yours is like a breach about to fail, a bulge in a high wall, whose collapse will come suddenly— in an instant! 14It will break in pieces like a potter’s jar, shattered so that no fragment can be found. Not a shard will be found in the dust large enough to scoop the coals from a hearth or to skim the water from a cistern.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 31:1–3 | Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, who rely on horses, who trust in their abundance of chariots and in their multitude of horsemen. They do not look to the Holy One of Israel; they do not seek the LORD. Yet He too is wise and brings disaster; He does not call back His words. He will rise up against the house of the wicked and against the allies of evildoers. But the Egyptians are men, not God; their horses are flesh, not spirit. When the LORD stretches out His hand, the helper will stumble, and the one he helps will fall; both will perish together. |
| 2 | Isaiah 5:24 | Therefore, as a tongue of fire consumes the straw, and as dry grass shrivels in the flame, so their roots will decay and their blossoms will blow away like dust; for they have rejected the instruction of the LORD of Hosts and despised the word of the Holy One of Israel. |
| 3 | 1 Thessalonians 4:8 | Anyone, then, who rejects this command does not reject man but God, the very One who gives you His Holy Spirit. |
| 4 | Amos 2:4 | This is what the LORD says: “For three transgressions of Judah, even four, I will not revoke My judgment, because they reject the Law of the LORD and fail to keep His statutes; they are led astray by the lies in which their fathers walked. |
| 5 | Isaiah 47:10 | You were secure in your wickedness; you said, ‘No one sees me.’ Your wisdom and knowledge led you astray; you told yourself, ‘I am, and there is none besides me.’ |
| 6 | Luke 10:16 | Whoever listens to you listens to Me; whoever rejects you rejects Me; and whoever rejects Me rejects the One who sent Me.” |
| 7 | Jeremiah 13:25 | This is your lot, the portion I have measured to you,” declares the LORD, “because you have forgotten Me and trusted in falsehood. |
| 8 | 2 Samuel 12:9–10 | Why then have you despised the command of the LORD by doing evil in His sight? You put Uriah the Hittite to the sword and took his wife as your own, for you have slain him with the sword of the Ammonites. Now, therefore, the sword will never depart from your house, because you have despised Me and have taken the wife of Uriah the Hittite to be your own.’ |
| 9 | Isaiah 28:15 | For you said, “We have made a covenant with death; we have fashioned an agreement with Sheol. When the overwhelming scourge passes through it will not touch us, because we have made lies our refuge and falsehood our hiding place.” |
| 10 | Isaiah 5:7 | For the vineyard of the LORD of Hosts is the house of Israel, and the men of Judah are the plant of His delight. He looked for justice, but saw bloodshed; for righteousness, but heard a cry of distress. |
Isaiah 30:12 Summary
[This verse is saying that when we reject God's messages and warnings, and instead trust in our own strength and cleverness, we are headed for trouble, as seen in Isaiah 30:12. It's like building a wall that's about to collapse, as described in the next verse, Isaiah 30:13. We need to trust in God's power and promises, not our own abilities, as encouraged in Psalm 20:7 and Jeremiah 17:5-6. By turning to Him and listening to His truth, we can avoid the dangers of trusting in 'oppression and deceit' and find true security and peace.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'reject this message' in Isaiah 30:12?
Rejecting the message refers to turning away from God's truth and warnings, as seen in Isaiah 30:10-11, where the people ask the prophets to stop speaking the truth and instead speak pleasant words, similar to the Israelites' rebellion in Numbers 14:1-4 and 1 Samuel 8:7.
What is 'oppression' and 'deceit' in this context?
In this verse, 'oppression' and 'deceit' likely refer to the Israelites' reliance on foreign alliances and military strength for security, rather than trusting in God, as warned against in Isaiah 31:1 and Ezekiel 17:15-18.
Who is the 'Holy One of Israel' and why is this title significant?
The 'Holy One of Israel' is a title for God used throughout the book of Isaiah, emphasizing His holiness and distinctness from idols, as seen in Isaiah 1:4 and Leviticus 11:44-45.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Isaiah 30?
This verse serves as a turning point in Isaiah 30, where God responds to the people's rebellion and warns of impending judgment, as seen in Isaiah 30:13-14, echoing the theme of judgment and restoration throughout the book of Isaiah, such as in Isaiah 1:27 and 29:22-24.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I might be 'rejecting the message' of God in my own life, and how can I turn back to Him?
- How do I balance the desire for pleasant words and easy answers with the need to hear and respond to God's truth, as seen in 2 Timothy 4:3-4?
- In what ways am I trusting in 'oppression and deceit' rather than God's power and promises, and how can I shift my trust to Him, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6?
- What does it mean for me to 'rely on' God, and how can I cultivate a deeper trust in Him, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7 and Jeremiah 17:7-8?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 30:12
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 30:12
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 30:12
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 30:12
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 30:12
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 30:12
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 30:12
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 30:12
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 30:12
Sermons on Isaiah 30:12
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"Be Ye Doers of the Word" Part 2 by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the consequences of despising the Word of God, warning against trusting in oppression and perverseness. It highlights the importance of humbling oneself befo |
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Doers and Not Hearers Only by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the importance of not despising the Word of God and the consequences of turning away from His commandments. It warns against the dangers of disobedience and |
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The Word in a Recession by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of placing our confidence solely in God, rather than in worldly possessions or external factors. He warns against being foole |
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Voices From Hell Speaking to America - Part 3 by Alan Cairns | This sermon delves into the prophetic lamentation of the impending destruction of Pharaoh, his armies, and the great Egyptian nation, challenging the false hope placed in Egypt's m |
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 31:1 - Part 1 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the situation in which the people of Jerusalem find themselves. The Assyrian army, known for their cruelty, is conquering cities and mo |
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Trusting God in Stead of Man by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher begins by praying for the words spoken to be transformed from water into wine, symbolizing a powerful and impactful message. The preacher then discusse |
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Look to God and Not to Egypt by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of trusting in God rather than relying on worldly wealth and success. He shares a story about a visit from an older person who |





