Isaiah 32:6 Meaning and Explanation
“For the vile person will speak villany, and his heart will work iniquity, to practise hypocrisy, and to utter error against the LORD, to make empty the soul of the hungry, and he will cause the drink of the thirsty to fail.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The vile person's evil actions harm the vulnerable—depriving the hungry and thirsty of relief.
The Context of Isaiah 32:6
The vile person's character is exposed through their cruel refusal to help the desperate.
What Does Isaiah 32:6 Mean?
The vile person acts from a heart committed to wickedness: they speak evil, devise iniquity, and practice deceit. They speak falsely against God and refuse to meet the basic needs of the suffering. To make the hungry soul empty and the thirsty's drink fail is to actively withhold mercy and sustenance.
This verse explains why such people lose their false reputation in verse 5. Their actions reveal their hearts: they are not generous but exploitative; not truthful but deceptive. Their refusal to feed the hungry and refresh the thirsty shows contempt for God's concern for the vulnerable.
Isaiah 32:6 in the Original Language
nabelah (נָבָלָה), 'villany' — foolishness combined with moral evil, speaking what is senseless and wicked.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 32:6
What does Isaiah 32:6 mean?
The vile person's evil actions harm the vulnerable—depriving the hungry and thirsty of relief.
What is the context of Isaiah 32:6?
The vile person's character is exposed through their cruel refusal to help the desperate.