The Pulpit Commentary on Isaiah 30:1

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public domain

Woe to the rebellious children (comp. Isaiah 1:23; Isaiah 65:2). The word translated "rebellious" is used in Deuteronomy 21:18, Deuteronomy 21:20 of the persistently disobedient son, who was to be brought before the elders and stoned to death.

That take counsel; rather, that form plans, such as the plan now formed to call in the aid of Egypt. It must be borne in mind that, under the theocracy, there was an authorized mode of consulting God, and receiving an answer from him, in any political emergency.

That cover with a covering. The exact metaphor employed is uncertain, Mr. Cheyne renders, "that weave a web;" Dr. Kay, "that pour out a molten image." The meaning, however, in any case is, "that carry out a design," the clause being a mere variant of the preceding one.

That they may add sin to sin; i.e. "to add a fresh sin to all their former sins."

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