Isaiah 1:3

The ox knoweth his owner, and the ass his master's crib: but Israel doth not know, my people doth not consider.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Isaiah 1:3

BSB
The ox knows its owner, and the donkey its master's manger, but Israel does not know; My people do not understand."
AKJV
The ox knows his owner, and the ass his master's crib: but Israel does not know, my people does not consider.
CPDV
An ox knows his owner, and a donkey knows the manger of his lord, but Israel has not known me, and my people have not understood.
ERV
The ox knoweth his owner, and the ass his master's crib: but Israel doth not know, my people doth not consider.
NHEB
The ox knows his owner, and the donkey his master's crib; but Israel doesn't know, my people do not understand.
SMT
The ox knew his possessor, and the ass his lord's stall: Israel knew not; my people understood not.

Commentary for Isaiah 1:3

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Isaiah 1:3
Summary
Animals recognize masters but Israel doesn't
Event
Contrasting animal and human awareness
Estimated Time Period
c. 740 BC
Category
Teaching