For all their tables are covered with vomit;
This phrase paints a vivid picture of the moral and spiritual decay among the leaders and people of Israel. The "tables" symbolize places of feasting and decision-making, often associated with leaders and priests. In ancient Near Eastern culture, banquets were not only social gatherings but also occasions for political and religious discussions. The imagery of vomit suggests excessive indulgence and a lack of self-control, reflecting the leaders' corruption and the people's spiritual degradation. This connects to other scriptures that criticize the leaders of Israel for their failure to guide the people in righteousness, such as in Isaiah 1:23 and Ezekiel 34:2-4. The imagery also serves as a metaphor for the rejection of God's word, as the people have filled themselves with false teachings and idolatry, leading to their spiritual sickness.

there is not a place without filth.
The phrase emphasizes the pervasive nature of the corruption and impurity in the society. "Filth" here can be understood as both literal and metaphorical, indicating moral impurity and the consequences of sin. This reflects the broader theme in Isaiah of judgment against Israel for their unfaithfulness to God. The absence of a clean place signifies that the corruption has spread throughout the entire community, leaving no area untouched by sin. This connects to the prophetic warnings found in Isaiah 1:4-6, where the nation is described as being sick from head to toe. The imagery also foreshadows the need for a cleansing and renewal, which is ultimately fulfilled in the New Testament through the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, who cleanses believers from sin and restores them to righteousness, as seen in passages like 1 John 1:9.

1. Isaiah
The prophet who conveyed God's messages to the people of Judah and Jerusalem. He warned them of impending judgment due to their disobedience and moral decay.

2. Judah and Jerusalem
The primary audience of Isaiah's prophecy. During this time, they were experiencing spiritual and moral decline, leading to God's impending judgment.

3. The Drunkards of Ephraim
Although not directly mentioned in this verse, the context of Isaiah 28 includes a rebuke to the leaders and people of Ephraim (Northern Kingdom of Israel) for their drunkenness and pride, which serves as a parallel warning to Judah.

4. God's Judgment
The overarching theme of Isaiah 28, where God warns of the consequences of the people's sinful behavior, symbolized by the filth covering the tables.

5. The Covenant with Death
Later in Isaiah 28, the people are described as having made a "covenant with death," symbolizing their false sense of security and reliance on ungodly alliances.The Consequences of Sin
Sin leads to spiritual and moral decay, as vividly depicted by the imagery of filth covering the tables. Believers must be vigilant against allowing sin to corrupt their lives.

The Importance of Sobriety
Drunkenness and indulgence in excess lead to a loss of spiritual discernment and moral clarity. Christians are called to live soberly and righteously.

God's Call to Holiness
Just as the tables were defiled, our lives can become tainted by sin. God calls us to holiness and purity, setting ourselves apart from the corruption of the world.

Repentance and Renewal
The filth covering the tables symbolizes the need for repentance. Believers are encouraged to seek God's forgiveness and renewal through Christ.

The Danger of Complacency
The people of Judah were complacent in their sin, leading to judgment. Christians must guard against spiritual complacency and strive for continual growth in faith.Verse 8. - So that there is no place clean. This is probably the true meaning, though the prophet simply says, "There is no place" (comp. Isaiah 5:8).

Parallel Commentaries ...


For
כִּ֚י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

their tables
שֻׁלְחָנ֔וֹת (šul·ḥā·nō·wṯ)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 7979: A table, a meal

are covered
מָלְא֖וּ (mā·lə·’ū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 4390: To fill, be full of

with vomit;
קִ֣יא (qî)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6892: What is vomited up, vomit

there is not a place
מָקֽוֹם׃ (mā·qō·wm)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4725: A standing, a spot, a condition

without
בְּלִ֖י (bə·lî)
Adverb
Strong's 1097: Failure, nothing, destruction, without, not yet, because not, as long as

filth.
צֹאָ֑ה (ṣō·’āh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 6675: Excrement, dirt, pollution


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