Isaiah 3:21
Isaiah 3:21 Meaning and Explanation
“The rings, and nose jewels,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Rings and nose ornaments will be removed.
The Context of Isaiah 3:21
The enumeration continues with personal body ornaments.
What Does Isaiah 3:21 Mean?
The catalogue narrows to finger rings and nose jewels—intimate adornments worn on the body itself. These were signs of refinement and wealth; nose rings in particular were marks of status. Like all the previous items, they will be taken away.
Each item in this ever-lengthening list represents a choice to invest in beauty and display at a time when the nation was falling into sin and injustice. The loss of these items is proportional to the pride and vanity they represented.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 3:21
What does Isaiah 3:21 mean?
Rings and nose ornaments will be removed.
What is the context of Isaiah 3:21?
The enumeration continues with personal body ornaments.