Isaiah 3:18-23

Bible Text

In that day the Lord will take away the beauty of their anklets, the headbands, the crescent necklaces, the earrings, the bracelets, the veils, the headdresses, the ankle chains, the sashes, the perfume containers, the charms, the signet rings, the nose rings, the fine robes, the capes, the cloaks, the purses, the hand mirrors, the fine linen garments, the tiaras, and the shawls.

Jerusalem, with Zion as its elevated, fortified core and symbol of the city, was Judah’s political and worship center. In this oracle, the “daughters of Zion” represent the proud, wealthy women of Jerusalem, whose luxury will be humbled under God’s judgment on the city’s sinful society.

Places in this passage

Isaiah 3:18-23 mentions Jerusalem and Zion.

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