In this chapter, the prophet Isaiah speaks plainly about the disconnect between the religious actions of the people and their social responsibility. The people question why God has not paid attention to their fasting. Why has God not taken notice? Simply stated, God tells them that it is because they are not seeking him. They are seeking their own interest. As Jesus says of those who parade their piety before others, they have their reward.
The fast that God “chooses” is not an exercise in public piety. It is not a finely practiced self-humility. No! It is concrete action on behalf of the poor and the oppressed ...
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