Ezekiel 23:1
“The word of the LORD came again unto me, saying,”
Ezekiel 23:1 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- The word of the LORD came again unto me, saying,
- DRADouay–Rheims
- And the word of the Lord came to me, saying:
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- The word of Jehovah came again unto me, saying,
- DARBYDarby
- And the word of Jehovah came unto me, saying,
- WEBThe World English Bible
- The word of Yahweh came again to me, saying,
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- And there is a word of Jehovah unto me, saying, 'Son of man,
- BPVBiblePics Version
- The word of the Lord came to me again, saying,
Context: Ezekiel 23
About Ezekiel 23: The Unfaithful Sisters
In Ezekiel 23, the prophet receives a vision from God about two sisters, Oholah and Oholibah, who represent the kingdoms of Israel and Judah. Both sisters have committed adultery and idolatry, forsaking their covenant with God. God expresses his anger and judgment against them, and they will face destruction and captivity as a result of their actions.
Commentary
Ezekiel 23 is a powerful and graphic portrayal of God’s judgment against the unfaithfulness of his people. The vivid language and imagery used to describe the sisters' sin and punishment illustrates the depth of the offense committed. The chapter also emphasizes God’s unwavering justice and righteousness, and serves as a warning to those who would turn away from him. It reveals the consequences of disobedience and the importance of remaining faithful to God’s covenant. Despite the harsh tone of this chapter, it ultimately points to a God who desires restoration and redemption for his people, even in the midst of their rebellion.