Isaiah 11:3 Meaning and Explanation
“And shall make him of quick understanding in the fear of the LORD: and he shall not judge after the sight of his eyes, neither reprove after the hearing of his ears:”
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The Context of Isaiah 11:3
The leader's judgment surpasses ordinary discernment.
What Does Isaiah 11:3 Mean?
This leader will have sharp intuition rooted in reverence for God. He will not fall prey to the most common judicial errors: being deceived by how people look or sound, or accepting gossip as truth. His judgments rise above first impressions.
This describes a judge who pierces through deception and surface appearance to see the truth beneath. In a culture where status, eloquence, and physical presence often swayed decisions, this verse promises judgment unclouded by these irrelevancies.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 11:3
What does Isaiah 11:3 mean?
He judges by insight, not appearance or rumor.
What is the context of Isaiah 11:3?
The leader's judgment surpasses ordinary discernment.