Isaiah 5:15 Meaning and Explanation
“And the mean man shall be brought down, and the mighty man shall be humbled, and the eyes of the lofty shall be humbled:”
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Read Full Chapter →Judgment will humble all ranks equally—the lowly pressed further down, the powerful and proud brought low.
The Context of Isaiah 5:15
Universal humiliation through judgment, affecting all social ranks.
What Does Isaiah 5:15 Mean?
'Mean man' (Hebrew adam, the common person) and 'mighty man' (gibbor) both suffer humbling. The lowly are brought further down; the mighty are humbled from their height. The lofty in their own eyes—those whose gaze is fixed on their own elevation—have their eyes humbled (i.e., made to look downward).
This three-part structure (mean brought down, mighty humbled, lofty eyes humbled) expresses comprehensive judgment. Social hierarchy, personal dignity, and prideful self-regard all crumble together.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isaiah 5:15
What does Isaiah 5:15 mean?
Judgment will humble all ranks equally—the lowly pressed further down, the powerful and proud brought low.
What is the context of Isaiah 5:15?
Universal humiliation through judgment, affecting all social ranks.