3 the captain of fifty and the man of rank, the counselor, skilled craftsman and clever enchanter.
3 the captain of fifty and the man of rank, the counselor and the skillful magician and the expert in charms.
3 captains and generals, doctors and nurses, and, yes, even the repairmen and jacks-of-all-trades.
3 The captain of fifty and the honorable man, The counselor and the skillful artisan, And the expert enchanter.
3 army officers and high officials, advisers, skilled sorcerers, and astrologers.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Isaiah 3:3
Commentary on Isaiah 3:1-9
(Read Isaiah 3:1-9)
God was about to deprive Judah of every stay and support. The city and the land were to be made desolate, because their words and works had been rebellious against the Lord; even at his holy temple. If men do not stay themselves upon God, he will soon remove all other supports, and then they must sink. Christ is the Bread of life and the Water of life; if he be our Stay, we shall find that is a good part not to be taken away, John 6:27. Here note, 1. That the condition of sinners is exceedingly woful. 2. It is the soul that is damaged by sin. 3. Whatever evil befals sinners, be sure that they bring it on themselves.