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“The Lord says: "These people come near to me with their mouth and honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. Their worship of me is made up only of rules taught by men."”

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Isaiah

Isaiah is believed to be an ancient Israelite prophet. His life and activities are unknown, but his prophecies and teachings have had a profound impact on Judaism and Christianity. Isaiah's prophecies are recorded in the Book of Isaiah in the Bible. more

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