Ezekiel 17:19

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَلِهَذَا، يَقُولُ الرَّبُّ الإلَهُ: «أُقْسِمُ بِذَاتِي إنِّي سَأُحَمِّلُهُ نَتِيجَةَ قَسَمِي الَّذِي احتَقَرَهُ وَعَهْدِي الَّذِي كَسَرَهُ!

What Does This Mean?

This verse is God speaking and saying that because someone has broken a promise and a covenant with God, God will make sure they face the consequences of their actions. It's a warning about the importance of keeping one's word and respecting agreements with God.

Explained for Children

Imagine you promised your friend you'd share your toys, but you didn't. Now imagine your friend says, 'Since you broke your promise, you can't play with my toys for a while.' That's kind of like what God is saying here. He's letting someone know that breaking a promise has consequences.

Historical Background

This verse comes from the book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around the 6th century BCE. It was written to the Israelites who were in exile in Babylon. The context involves God's judgment and the importance of keeping one's word, especially with God.

Living It Out Today

Think of a time when someone broke a promise to you and how it made you feel. Imagine if you did the same to them. The verse reminds us that our actions have consequences, especially when it comes to our commitments to God and others.

Topics

• covenant
• promise
• consequences
• judgment
• faithfulness
• obedience

Related Verses

• Genesis 21:23-24
• Exodus 19:5-6
• Deuteronomy 7:9
• Ephesians 5:5
• Hebrews 10:26-27

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to despise an oath?

To despise an oath means to show contempt or disrespect for a promise or agreement, often made in the presence of God, indicating a lack of faithfulness and seriousness.

How does God recompense someone for breaking a covenant?

God recompenses by ensuring that the consequences of breaking a covenant are faced, often involving judgment or punishment, as a way to uphold the importance of faithfulness and integrity.

What can we learn about God from this verse?

We learn that God values faithfulness and that He takes seriously the promises and covenants made with Him. He will ensure that there are consequences for breaking these commitments.

How can this verse impact our daily lives?

This verse can remind us to be honest and keep our promises, especially those made to God. It encourages us to consider the consequences of our actions and to strive for faithfulness in our commitments.