Ezekiel 30:2

Afrikaans Bible (ABA) 2007 (Bybel vir almal)

“Mens, jy moet 'n boodskap van My bring, jy moet sê: Die Here, Hy wat Here is, sê: “Julle moet huil, julle moet sê: ‘Ag, die dag is hier.’

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God speaks to Ezekiel, a prophet, telling him to warn the people that a difficult time is coming. God wants the people to understand the severity of the situation and to express their sorrow.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your favorite toy was about to break, and your mom or dad told you to be sad about it. That's what God is doing here. He's telling Ezekiel to tell everyone that something bad is coming, and they should feel sad about it.

Historical Background

Ezekiel 30:2 was written by the prophet Ezekiel around 593-571 BC. Ezekiel was speaking to the people of Judah who were soon to face the judgment of God, which included the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, this verse can remind us to be prepared for difficult times and to not ignore the warnings of God. For instance, if someone sees a friend making risky decisions that could lead to harm, they can be honest about the potential consequences and encourage them to change their path.

Topics

• prophecy
• judgment
• warning
• sorrow
• God's message
• prophets

Related Verses

• Isaiah 21:12
• Jeremiah 47:2
• Joel 2:1
• Matthew 24:4-8
• Revelation 8:13

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does God ask Ezekiel to 'howl'?

God asks Ezekiel to 'howl' to emphasize the gravity of the message He is delivering. It’s a call to express deep sorrow and to take the warning seriously.

What does 'Woe worth the day' mean?

'Woe worth the day' means that the day coming is one of great distress and sorrow. It's a way of saying that the circumstances will be very bad.

Who are 'ye' in this verse?

'Ye' refers to the people of Judah to whom Ezekiel is delivering the message. They are being called to express their sorrow over the coming judgment.

How does this verse connect to other prophetic messages?

This verse connects to other prophetic messages in the Bible by showing how prophets were often called to deliver warnings about coming judgments and to encourage repentance.