Question

In Isaiah 5, what was the plot of the poem about the farmer and the vineyard?


Although the farmer did not drink alcohol, he discovered that the grapes he grew in his beloved vineyard were excellent for making wine.


Although the farmer had no family, he discovered that his life had meaning and purpose when he invested his time and effort into his vineyard.


Although the farmer did very little to grow successful grapes, he discovered that the fertile land in his region gave him a magnificent crop.


Although the farmer invested much time and effort into making a successful vineyard, he discovered that the grapes it grew were wild and worthless.

Answer 1

The plot of the poem in Isaiah 5, often referred to as "The Song of the Vineyard," revolves around a farmer who invests significant time, effort, and care into cultivating a vineyard. However, despite all his efforts, the vineyard produces wild grapes that are worthless. This poem serves as an allegory for the people of Israel, illustrating God's disappointment with their lack of righteousness and justice despite His provisions and care for them. The farmer's experience symbolizes God's expectations for Israel, and the failure of the vineyard to produce good fruit represents the moral and spiritual failure of the nation.

Therefore, the correct option regarding the plot is: **Although the farmer invested much time and effort into making a successful vineyard, he discovered that the grapes it grew were wild and worthless.**