Bootstrap

What does the Bible say about Shebna in Isaiah 22?

Answered in 1 source

Shebna is depicted as a high official who betrays God's people, symbolizing those who rely on their own wisdom instead of God's.

In Isaiah 22, Shebna is described as a high official who conspires with the Assyrians against God's people. He embodies a life built on human wisdom and self-interest, seeking to align himself with what appears to be the winning side rather than remaining loyal to God and His covenant. God's judgment against Shebna serves as a warning against relying on the flesh and the wisdom of this world, which ultimately leads to destruction. As God says, He will remove Shebna from his position, symbolizing that those who oppose His people cannot stand against His sovereign will.
Scripture References: Isaiah 22:15-25

Sermons (1)