Ezekiel 13:15

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

حِينَئِذٍ، يَهْدَأُ غَضَبِي عَلَى الَّذِينَ طَيَّنُوا السُّورَ بِطِينٍ ضَعِيفٍ. وَأقُولُ لَكُمْ: لَنْ يَعُودَ هُنَاكَ سُورٌ وَلَا مُطَيِّنُونَ –

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God speaks about his anger towards a wall that has been built poorly with bad mortar. He says that this wall will be destroyed, along with those who built it. The key message is that God will judge those who deceive others.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're building a sandcastle with sand that doesn't stick together. God is saying that He will destroy both the weak sandcastle and the people who made it. Just like a poorly built sandcastle can't stand, God won't let false promises stand either.

Historical Background

This verse is from the book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around 593 BCE. It was addressed to the people of Israel, who were being misled by false prophets. The cultural setting is one of exile and divine judgment.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can be applied to situations where people are misled by false advice or promises. For example, someone might be swayed by a financial advisor who makes unrealistic promises about investments. The verse reminds us to be cautious and seek the truth.

Topics

• judgment
• deception
• truth
• leadership
• false prophets
• divine intervention

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 6:14
• Ezekiel 22:28
• Hosea 4:12
• 2 Corinthians 11:13-15
• 1 John 4:1

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Ezekiel 13:15?

God is speaking in this verse, warning about His judgment on those who have built a wall with untempered mortar, symbolizing those who make false promises.

What does 'untempered mortar' mean?

Untempered mortar refers to a mixture that lacks the necessary ingredients to bind properly, making the structure weak and unstable, much like false promises that cannot hold up.

How does this verse relate to false prophets?

This verse illustrates God's judgment on those who mislead others with false promises, similar to how false prophets deceive people with unreliable and misleading prophecies.

What can we learn about truth from this verse?

We can learn that truth is essential and that God will judge those who use deceit and falsehood, emphasizing the importance of seeking and sharing truth in our lives.