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New International Version
People will oppress each other— man against man, neighbor against neighbor. The young will rise up against the old, the nobody against the honored.

New Living Translation
People will oppress each other— man against man, neighbor against neighbor. Young people will insult their elders, and vulgar people will sneer at the honorable.

English Standard Version
And the people will oppress one another, every one his fellow and every one his neighbor; the youth will be insolent to the elder, and the despised to the honorable.

Berean Standard Bible
The people will oppress one another, man against man, neighbor against neighbor; the young will rise up against the old, and the base against the honorable.

King James Bible
And the people shall be oppressed, every one by another, and every one by his neighbour: the child shall behave himself proudly against the ancient, and the base against the honourable.

New King James Version
The people will be oppressed, Every one by another and every one by his neighbor; The child will be insolent toward the elder, And the base toward the honorable.”

New American Standard Bible
And the people will be oppressed, Each one by another, and each one by his neighbor; The youth will assault the elder, And the contemptibleperson will assault the one honored.

NASB 1995
And the people will be oppressed, Each one by another, and each one by his neighbor; The youth will storm against the elder And the inferior against the honorable.

NASB 1977
And the people will be oppressed, Each one by another, and each one by his neighbor; The youth will storm against the elder, And the inferior against the honorable.

Legacy Standard Bible
And the people will be oppressed, Each one by another, and each one by his neighbor; The youth will overwhelm the elder And the dishonorable against the honorable.

Amplified Bible
And the people will be oppressed, Each one by another, and each one by his neighbor; The boy will be arrogantand insolent toward the elder And the vulgar (common) toward the honorable [person of rank].

Christian Standard Bible
The people will oppress one another, man against man, neighbor against neighbor; the young will act arrogantly toward the old, and the worthless toward the honorable.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The people will oppress one another, man against man, neighbor against neighbor; the youth will act arrogantly toward the elder, and the worthless toward the honorable.

American Standard Version
And the people shall be oppressed, every one by another, and every one by his neighbor: the child shall behave himself proudly against the old man, and the base against the honorable.

Contemporary English Version
You will each be cruel to friends and neighbors. Young people will insult their elders; no one will show respect to those who deserve it.

English Revised Version
And the people shall be oppressed, every one by another, and every one by his neighbour: the child shall behave himself proudly against the ancient, and the base against the honourable.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
People will oppress each other, and everyone will oppress his neighbor. The young will make fun of the old, and common people will make fun of their superiors.

Good News Translation
Everyone will take advantage of everyone else. Young people will not respect their elders, and worthless people will not respect their superiors.

International Standard Version
People will oppress one another— It will be man against man and neighbor against neighbor. The young will be disrespectful to the old, and the worthless to the honorable.

NET Bible
The people will treat each other harshly; men will oppose each other; neighbors will fight. Youths will proudly defy the elderly and riffraff will challenge those who were once respected.

New Heart English Bible
The people will be oppressed, everyone by another, and everyone by his neighbor. The child will behave himself proudly against the old man, and the base against the honorable.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the people shall be oppressed, every one by another, and every one by his neighbor: the child shall behave himself proudly against the elder, and the base against the honorable.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
The people will oppress one another, man against man, neighbor against neighbor; the young will rise up against the old, and the base against the honorable.

World English Bible
The people will be oppressed, everyone by another, and everyone by his neighbor. The child will behave himself proudly against the old man, and the wicked against the honorable.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And the people has exacted—man on man, "" Even a man on his neighbor, "" The youths enlarge themselves against the aged, "" And the lightly esteemed against the honored.

Young's Literal Translation
And the people hath exacted -- man upon man, Even a man on his neighbour, Enlarge themselves do the youths against the aged, And the lightly esteemed against the honoured.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the people were pressed, man by man, and a man by his neighbor: the boy shall enlarge himself against the old man and the despised against the honorable.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And the people shall rush one upon another, and every man against his neighbour: the child shall make it tumult against the ancient, and the base against the honourable.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the people will rush, man against man, and each one against his neighbor. The child shall rebel against the elder, and the ignoble against the noble.

New American Bible
And the people will oppress one another, yes, each one the neighbor. The child will be insolent toward the elder, and the base toward the honorable.

New Revised Standard Version
The people will be oppressed, everyone by another and everyone by a neighbor; the youth will be insolent to the elder, and the base to the honorable.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And the people shall oppress one another, every one his neighbor; and the young men shall provoke the elders, and the base men the honorable.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the people shall fall, man against man, a man against his fellow man, and young man shall contend against the old and the dishonorable against the honorable

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And the people shall oppress one another, Every man his fellow, and every man his neighbour; The child shall behave insolently against the aged, And the base against the honourable,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the people shall fall, man upon man, andevery man upon his neighbor: the child shall insult the elder man, and the base the honourable.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

A Judgment Against Judah
…4“I will make mere lads their leaders, and children will rule over them.”5The people will oppress one another,man against man,neighbor against neighbor;the young will rise up against the old,and the base against the honorable.6A man will seize his brother within his father’s house: “You have a cloak—you be our leader! Take charge of this heap of rubble.”…

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Cross References

Micah 7:6
For a son dishonors his father, a daughter rises against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. A man’s enemies are the members of his own household.

Matthew 10:21
Brother will betray brother to death, and a father his child; children will rise against their parents and have them put to death.

2 Timothy 3:1-4
But understand this: In the last days terrible times will come. / For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, / unloving, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, without love of good, ...

Matthew 24:10
At that time many will fall away and will betray and hate one another,

Mark 13:12
Brother will betray brother to death, and a father his child. Children will rise against their parents and have them put to death.

Luke 12:53
They will be divided, father against son and son against father, mother against daughter and daughter against mother, mother-in-law against daughter-in-law and daughter-in-law against mother-in-law.”

2 Peter 2:10
Such punishment is specially reserved for those who indulge the corrupt desires of the flesh and despise authority. Bold and self-willed, they are unafraid to slander glorious beings.

Romans 1:29-31
They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed, and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, and malice. They are gossips, / slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant, and boastful. They invent new forms of evil; they disobey their parents. / They are senseless, faithless, heartless, merciless.

1 Timothy 4:1-2
Now the Spirit expressly states that in later times some will abandon the faith to follow deceitful spirits and the teachings of demons, / influenced by the hypocrisy of liars, whose consciences are seared with a hot iron.

James 4:1
What causes conflicts and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from the passions at war within you?

Ezekiel 22:6-7
See how every prince of Israel within you has used his power to shed blood. / Father and mother are treated with contempt. Within your walls the foreign resident is exploited, the fatherless and the widow are oppressed.

Jeremiah 9:4-5
“Let everyone guard against his neighbor; do not trust any brother, for every brother deals craftily, and every friend spreads slander. / Each one betrays his friend; no one tells the truth. They have taught their tongues to lie; they wear themselves out committing iniquity.

Zechariah 7:10
Do not oppress the widow or the fatherless, the foreigner or the poor. And do not plot evil in your hearts against one another.’

Exodus 21:15
Whoever strikes his father or mother must surely be put to death.

Leviticus 19:32
You are to rise in the presence of the elderly, honor the aged, and fear your God. I am the LORD.

Treasury of Scripture

And the people shall be oppressed, every one by another, and every one by his neighbor: the child shall behave himself proudly against the ancient, and the base against the honorable.

the people

Isaiah 9:19-21
Through the wrath of the LORD of hosts is the land darkened, and the people shall be as the fuel of the fire: no man shall spare his brother…

Isaiah 11:13
The envy also of Ephraim shall depart, and the adversaries of Judah shall be cut off: Ephraim shall not envy Judah, and Judah shall not vex Ephraim.

Jeremiah 9:3-8
And they bend their tongueslike their bowfor lies: but they are not valiant for the truth upon the earth; for they proceed from evil to evil, and they know not me, saith the LORD…

child

Isaiah 1:4
Ah sinful nation, a people laden with iniquity, a seed of evildoers, children that are corrupters: they have forsaken the LORD, they have provoked the Holy One of Israel unto anger, they are gone away backward.

Leviticus 19:32
Thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, and honour the face of the old man, and fear thy God: Iam the LORD.

2 Kings 2:23
And he went up from thence unto Bethel: and as he was going up by the way, there came forth little children out of the city, and mocked him, and said unto him, Go up, thou bald head; go up, thou bald head.

base

2 Samuel 16:5-9
And when king David came to Bahurim, behold, thence came out a man of the family of the house of Saul, whose namewas Shimei, the son of Gera: he came forth, and cursed still as he came…

Ecclesiastes 10:5-7
There is an evilwhich I have seen under the sun, as an errorwhich proceedeth from the ruler: …

Matthew 26:67
Then did they spit in his face, and buffeted him; and others smotehim with the palms of their hands,

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Isaiah 3

1.The great calamities which come by sin
10.The different rewards of the righteous and wicked
12.The oppression and covetousness of the rulers
16.The judgments which shall be for the pride of the women
25.The general desolation

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

The people will oppress one another
This phrase indicates a breakdown of societal order and justice, reflecting a time of chaos and moral decay. In the context of Isaiah, this prophecy is directed towards Judah and Jerusalem, warning them of the consequences of their rebellion against God. The oppression among the people signifies a departure from the covenantal laws given to Israel, which emphasized justice and care for one's neighbor (Leviticus 19:18). This internal strife can be seen as a judgment from God, allowing the natural consequences of sin to manifest in societal collapse.

man against man, neighbor against neighbor
This highlights the pervasive nature of the conflict, affecting all levels of relationships. The repetition emphasizes the universality of the discord, suggesting that no one is immune to the effects of the nation's sin. This mirrors the curses outlined inDeuteronomy 28, where disobedience to God's commandments would lead to internal strife and division. The breakdown of community and familial bonds is a direct result of turning away from God's statutes, which were designed to promote harmony and peace among His people.

the young will rise up against the old
This phrase indicates a reversal of the natural order and respect traditionally given to elders. In ancient Near Eastern cultures, elders were revered for their wisdom and experience. The rebellion of the young against the old signifies a loss of respect for authority and tradition, which is a symptom of deeper spiritual and moral decay. This can be seen as a fulfillment of the warnings inLeviticus 19:32, where respect for the elderly is commanded. The societal upheaval reflects a broader theme in Isaiah of judgment leading to a complete overturning of established norms.

and the base against the honorable
This final phrase underscores the complete inversion of societal values, where those who are morally corrupt or of low status challenge and overthrow those who are honorable and virtuous. This reflects a time when righteousness is no longer valued, and wickedness prevails. The book of Proverbs often contrasts the wise and the foolish, the righteous and the wicked, highlighting the consequences of living contrary to God's wisdom (Proverbs 29:2). This inversion is a sign of God's judgment, allowing the natural consequences of sin to bring about disorder and chaos.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Isaiah
A major prophet in the Old Testament, Isaiah's ministry spanned the reigns of several kings in Judah. He is known for his prophecies concerning both judgment and redemption.

2.Judah
The southern kingdom of Israel, which is the primary audience of Isaiah's prophecies. During Isaiah's time, Judah faced both internal corruption and external threats.

3.The People
Refers to the inhabitants of Judah who are experiencing social and moral decay, leading to widespread oppression and disorder.

4.The Young and the Old
Represents the breakdown of societal norms and respect for elders, indicating a reversal of traditional roles and values.

5.The Base and the Honorable
Illustrates the moral inversion where those lacking integrity rise against those who are honorable, further highlighting societal chaos.

Teaching Points

Moral Decay and Social Disorder
Isaiah 3:5 highlights the consequences of turning away from God's commandments, leading to societal chaos and moral decay. Believers are called to uphold God's standards in their communities to prevent such disorder.

Respect for Authority and Elders
The breakdown of respect for elders and authority figures is a sign of societal decline. Christians are encouraged to honor and respect those in authority as a reflection of their respect for God.

The Role of the Church in Society
In times of moral inversion, the church must stand as a beacon of truth and righteousness, promoting justice and integrity in the community.

Intergenerational Relationships
Building strong, respectful relationships between generations is crucial for a healthy society. The church can play a pivotal role in fostering these connections.

Personal Responsibility and Integrity
Each believer is responsible for their actions and attitudes. Upholding personal integrity and treating others with respect can counteract societal decay.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Isaiah 3:5?

2.How does Isaiah 3:5 illustrate the consequences of rejecting God's authority today?

3.What societal behaviors in Isaiah 3:5 reflect current cultural challenges we face?

4.How can Christians counteract the disrespect and rebellion described in Isaiah 3:5?

5.What other scriptures warn against societal chaos similar to Isaiah 3:5?

6.How can believers promote respect and order in light of Isaiah 3:5?

7.How does Isaiah 3:5 reflect societal breakdown in biblical times and today?

8.What historical context led to the prophecy in Isaiah 3:5?

9.How does Isaiah 3:5 challenge modern Christian views on authority and respect?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 3?

11.Historically and archaeologically, where is the proof of a widespread moral collapse as described in Isaiah 59?

12.What does the Bible say about enchantment?

13.What are the Bible's teachings on shaving?

14.Why did Assyria conquer Israel?

What Does Isaiah 3:5 Mean

The people will oppress one another

“The people will oppress one another”.

• In Isaiah’s day the Lord warns Judah that when He withdraws sound leadership (Isaiah 3:1-4), society will unravel.

• Oppression here is not from foreign invaders but from within—citizens turning predatory toward each other, echoingJudges 21:25 where “everyone did what was right in his own eyes.”

• God had commanded, “Do not take vengeance or bear a grudge…love your neighbor as yourself” (Leviticus 19:18), yet persistent sin flips that calling upside-down.

• Similar internal collapse is seen inMicah 2:1-2;Isaiah 1:17, showing that when reverence for God fades, justice between people soon follows.

Man against man

“Man against man”.

• Isaiah tightens the lens: not just generalized social decay but direct person-to-person hostility.

•Genesis 6:11 records a world “filled with violence” before the flood; Isaiah rings the same alarm for his generation.

• Jesus cautions that the last days will again mirror such strife (Matthew 24:10-12), reminding us that sin’s natural trajectory is conflict.

Neighbor against neighbor

“Neighbor against neighbor”.

• The breakdown even reaches those who live side by side. The intimacy of neighborly life makes betrayal sting deeper (Proverbs 3:29;Psalm 55:12-14).

• God’s design is the opposite: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself” (Mark 12:31). Isaiah exposes how far Judah has drifted from that command.

•Luke 10:29-37 underscores that true covenant faith expresses itself in sacrificial care for the one nearby; Isaiah shows what happens when that love evaporates.

The young will rise up against the old

“The young will rise up against the old”.

• Respect for elders is a biblical hallmark: “You shall rise before the gray head and honor the face of an old man” (Leviticus 19:32).

• When youth rebel, social moorings snap.2 Timothy 3:2 lists being “disobedient to parents” among end-time sins, reflecting the same spirit foretold here.

• This is not youthful energy but insubordination; God portrays it as a judgment—He lets prideful hearts have their way and society fractures (Isaiah 3:4).

And the base against the honorable

“And the base against the honorable”.

• “Base” points to the morally worthless, those with no regard for righteousness. When they overpower “the honorable,” moral order is inverted.

• Eccles 10:5-7 laments a similar reversal where folly is exalted and nobles are brought low.

•1 Samuel 2:30 reminds that God ultimately honors those who honor Him; Isaiah shows the interim chaos when a nation refuses that principle.

•2 Peter 2:10 describes the arrogant who “despise authority”; Isaiah testifies that such contempt breeds national ruin.

Summary

Isaiah 3:5 paints a vivid picture of a society under divine judgment: internal oppression, personal conflict, neighborly betrayal, generational rebellion, and moral inversion. Each phrase exposes one more layer of disintegration that follows when a people forsake God’s standards. The verse stands as both historical warning to Judah and timeless caution to every culture: reject the Lord’s leadership and chaos ensues; honor Him, and order, respect, and neighbor-love flourish.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(5)The people shall be oppressed . . .--The words paint the worst form of the decadence of an Eastern kingdom. All is chaotic and anarchic; a fierce struggle for existence; the established order of society subverted; the experience of age derided by the petulance of youth. The picture of the corruption of a monarchy is as vivid and complete in its way as that which Thucydides (3:82-84) draws of the corruption of a democracy. It might seem to have been drawn from the Turkey or the Egypt of our own time.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 5. -And the people shall be oppressed, etc.; rather,shall oppress each man his fellow,and each man his companion. This would be no new thing (seeIsaiah 1:17, 21, 23), but perhaps might be more widely spread, having passed from the upper classes to the lower ones, as is usual with vices.The child; rather,the youth.Shall behave himself proudly; or,insolently. The respect for age inculcated by the Law (Leviticus 19:32) shall disappear. Youths shall set at naught the counsel of the aged. The spirit of Rehoboam shall prevail over that of Solomon, with the usual result - rashness, recklessness, and failure.And the base, etc. Respect for station shall likewise disappear. The dregs of the people shall grow insolent towards those above them in the social scale; and thus the old social order shall be inverted.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

The people
הָעָ֔ם(hā·‘ām)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5971:A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

will oppress one another,
וְנִגַּ֣שׂ(wə·nig·gaś)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5065:To drive, to tax, harass, tyrannize

man
אִ֥ישׁ(’îš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376:A man as an individual, a male person

against man,
בְּאִ֖ישׁ(bə·’îš)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376:A man as an individual, a male person

neighbor
וְאִ֣ישׁ(wə·’îš)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376:A man as an individual, a male person

against neighbor;
בְּרֵעֵ֑הוּ(bə·rê·‘ê·hū)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 7453:Friend, companion, fellow

the young
הַנַּ֙עַר֙(han·na·‘ar)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5288:A boy, lad, youth, retainer

will rise up
יִרְהֲב֗וּ(yir·hă·ḇū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 7292:To urge severely, importune, embolden, capture, act insolently

against the old,
בַּזָּקֵ֔ן(baz·zā·qên)
Preposition-b, Article | Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 2205:Old

and the base
וְהַנִּקְלֶ֖ה(wə·han·niq·leh)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 7034:To be lightly esteemed or dishonored

against the honorable.
בַּנִּכְבָּֽד׃(ban·niḵ·bāḏ)
Preposition-b, Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 3513:To be heavy, weighty, or burdensome

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