Isaiah 3:12

The Passion Translation

My people, mockers exploit you and creditors rule over you. My people, your leaders mislead you and confuse you with their guidance.

Cross References

Isaiah 3:4

I will make inexperienced youth their rulers, and children will govern them.

Matthew 15:14

Stay away from them, for they’re nothing more than blind guides. Do you know what happens when a blind man pretends to guide another blind man? They both stumble into a ditch!”

Jeremiah 5:31

The prophets prophesy lies, and the priests lead out of their own self-interest. And my people love it that way. But what will they do when judgment comes?”

Matthew 23:13

“Great sorrow awaits you religious scholars and you Pharisees—such frauds and pretenders! You do all you can to keep people from experiencing the reality of heaven’s kingdom realm. Not only do you refuse to enter in, you also forbid anyone else from entering in!

Proverbs 28:16

Abusive leaders fail to employ wisdom, but leaders who despise corruption will enjoy a long and full life.

Isaiah 19:14

The Lord Yahweh has mixed up their minds and poured into them a distorted spirit that will make Egypt dizzy and act like a drunk who staggers around in his own vomit.

Isaiah 51:22

This is what your sovereign ruler, Lord Yahweh, your God, the Mighty Defender of his people, says: “Look! I have removed from your hand the intoxicating cup that made you stagger. You will no longer drink from the bowl of my anger.