ISAIAH 5

WARNING AGAINST JUDAH’S VULNERABILITY 

Isaiah offers a song or poem to the nation of Judah, warning them of their vulnerable state. Because of Judah’s disobedience, their protection will be removed, and they will be like an unkempt vineyard. Isaiah compares Israel to a vine that yielded only bitter grapes, instead of producing sweet, healthy grapes.

Isaiah rebukes those who are frivolous, wasteful, or greedy. Isaiah confronts the arrogant ways of Judah, calling out the people who love injustice and drunkenness. Isaiah warns that enemy nations will be able to easily attack Judah in their unprotected and unrighteous state.