Ezekiel 23:14
Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)
«وَاستَمَرَّتْ أهُولِيبَةُ بِزِنَاهَا. ثُمَّ رَأتْ صُوَرَ رِجَالٍ مَحفُورَةً عَلَى الحَائِطِ، صُوَرَ رِجَالٍ كَلدَانِيِّينَ يَرْتَدُونَ ثِيَابًا حَمرَاءَ لَامِعَةً.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes a woman who saw images of Chaldeans painted on a wall and was drawn to them. Ezekiel is the speaker, and he uses this metaphor to highlight how Israel was influenced by foreign cultures and practices.
Explained for Children
Imagine you see a pretty picture of something you shouldn't like, and it makes you want to do something you know isn't right. That's what happened here, but with a whole country!
Historical Background
Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this in the 6th century BCE to the exiled Israelites. He used metaphors to criticize Israel's and Judah's infidelity to God by following foreign practices and religions.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, it's like being influenced by media to engage in behaviors or beliefs that go against your values. It's important to be mindful of external influences and stay true to your core beliefs.
Topics
faithfulnessinfluenceidolatrymetaphormoral warningexile
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the metaphor in Ezekiel 23:14?
The metaphor compares the attraction of a woman to images of Chaldeans on the wall to how Israel was drawn to foreign practices and religions.
How does this relate to modern-day influences?
Just like the woman was influenced by the images, we can be influenced by media and culture to adopt beliefs or behaviors that go against our values.
What was the historical setting when Ezekiel wrote this?
Ezekiel wrote this during the Babylonian exile, around the 6th century BCE, addressing the Israelites who were influenced by foreign practices.
What is the main warning in Ezekiel 23:14?
The main warning is about the dangers of being influenced by foreign cultures and practices, leading to a loss of faithfulness to God.