Ezekiel 18:28
“Because he considereth, and turneth away from all his transgressions that he hath committed, he shall surely live, he shall not die.”
Ezekiel 18:28 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Because he considereth, and turneth away from all his transgressions that he hath committed, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Because he considereth and turneth away himself from all his iniquities which he hath wrought, he shall surely live, and not die.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Because he considereth, and turneth away from all his transgressions that he hath committed, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
- DARBYDarby
- Because he considereth, and turneth from all his transgressions which he hath committed, he shall certainly live, he shall not die.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Because he considers, and turns away from all his transgressions that he has committed, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- And he seeth and turneth back, From all his transgressions that he hath done, He doth surely live, he doth not die,
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Because he considers and turns away from all his transgressions that he has committed, he will surely live; he will not die.
Context: Ezekiel 18
26When a righteous man turneth away from his righteousness, and committeth iniquity, and dieth in them; for his iniquity that he hath done shall he die.
27Again, when the wicked man turneth away from his wickedness that he hath committed, and doeth that which is lawful and right, he shall save his soul alive.
28Because he considereth, and turneth away from all his transgressions that he hath committed, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
29Yet saith the house of Israel, The way of the Lord is not equal. O house of Israel, are not my ways equal? are not your ways unequal?
30Therefore I will judge you, O house of Israel, every one according to his ways, saith the Lord GOD. Repent, and turn yourselves from all your transgressions; so iniquity shall not be your ruin.
About Ezekiel 18: Responsibility for One's Own Actions
In Ezekiel chapter 18, the prophet emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility for one's actions. He refutes the notion that children inherit the guilt or righteousness of their parents and emphasizes that every person is accountable for their own choices, both good and bad. God desires that the wicked turn from their ways and live, and that the righteous not become complacent in their obedience.
Commentary
Ezekiel's message is a powerful reminder of the importance of personal responsibility and the potential for change. We live in a society where blame-shifting is common and people often try to deflect accountability onto others. Ezekiel rejects this mindset and emphasizes that each individual must take ownership of their actions. Furthermore, he stresses that it is never too late to turn from wickedness and pursue righteousness. Ultimately, this chapter serves as a call to action for each of us to examine our own lives and take responsibility for our choices.