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Book of Ezekiel - Chapter 16 - Verse 36

16:36
Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because thy filthiness was poured out, and thy nakedness discovered through thy whoredoms with thy lovers, and with all the idols of thy abominations, and by the blood of thy children, which thou didst give unto them;

Meaning

The verse "Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because thy filthiness was poured out, and thy nakedness discovered through thy whoredoms with thy lovers, and with all the idols of thy abominations, and by the blood of thy children, which thou didst give unto them;" from the book of Ezekiel 16:36 reflects a severe condemnation from God towards the people of Jerusalem. The verse speaks of the people's unfaithfulness and sinfulness, as they have turned to idols and engaged in immoral behavior, including sacrificing their own children. The imagery of filthiness, nakedness, and whoredoms is used to illustrate the extent of their sins and the shame they have brought upon themselves. The verse serves as a warning to the people of the consequences of their actions and the judgment that will be brought upon them if they do not repent and turn back to God.

Theological Overview

In this verse, the prophet Ezekiel is delivering a message from the Lord GOD to the people of Israel, condemning them for their idolatry and immorality. The language used here is vivid and accusatory, painting a picture of the people's sin as a deep betrayal of their faith and their covenant with God. The reference to "filthiness," "nakedness," "whoredoms," and "abominations" serves to emphasize the severity of the people's actions in the eyes of God. The mention of "the blood of thy children" is particularly chilling, hinting at the depth of the people's depravity in sacrificing their own offspring to false gods. Through this verse, we are reminded of the consequences of turning away from God and placing our trust in worldly pleasures and false idols. It serves as a stark warning to heed God's commandments and remain faithful to Him, lest we face the same judgment as the people of Israel.

American Standard Version

Thus saith the Lord Jehovah, Because thy filthiness was poured out, and thy nakedness uncovered through thy whoredoms with thy lovers; and because of all the idols of thy abominations, and for the blood of thy children, that thou didst give unto them;
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