Isaiah 3:6

KJV

When a man shall take hold of his brother of the house of his father, saying, Thou hast clothing, be thou our ruler, and let this ruin be under thy hand:

— Isaiah 3:6, King James Version
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Context

This verse from Isaiah Chapter 3 connects to 4 cross-references. The Lord will remove Jerusalem's leadership structure — mighty man, warrior, judge, prophet, elder — leaving mere youths as their rulers. The women of Jerusalem are rebuked for haughty eyes and mincing steps; their ornaments and finery will be replaced …

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Other Translations

ASV

When a man shall take hold of his brother in the house of his father, saying, Thou hast clothing, be thou our ruler, and let this ruin be under thy hand;

YLT

When one layeth hold on his brother, <FI>Of<Fi> the house of his father, <FI>by<Fi> the garment, `Come, a ruler thou art to us, And this ruin <FI>is<Fi> under thy hand.'

BBE

When one man puts his hand on another in his father's house, and says, You have clothing, be our ruler and be responsible for us in our sad condition:

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