Ezekiel 16:39

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

وأُسلِمُكِ إِلى أَيديهم فيَنقُضونَ قُبَّتَكِ ويَهدِمونَ مُرتَفَعَكِ، ويُجَرِّدونَكِ مِن ثِيابِكِ ويَأخُذونَ أَدَواتِ فَخرِكِ ويُغادِرونَكِ عُريانَةً عُرْيًا،

What Does This Mean?

This verse is God speaking to Jerusalem, saying He will allow enemies to take over and destroy their places of worship. They will be stripped of their valuables and left naked and bare, symbolizing the punishment for their sins.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a favorite toy, and when you don’t clean up your room, your parents take it away. This verse is like that, but for a whole city. God says He will let others take away the special things of the city because they didn’t follow His rules.

Historical Background

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this verse around 593-571 BCE. He was speaking to the people of Jerusalem, who were about to face the Babylonian exile. The prophecy reflects the consequences of their idolatry and rejection of God's laws.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can remind us about the consequences of our actions. Just like the city was punished for its sins, we may face the results of our choices if we stray from God’s path. This can happen in relationships or personal growth when we ignore the values we believe in.

Topics

• punishment
• repentance
• consequences
• sin
• idolatry
• forgiveness

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 2:20
• Isaiah 57:7
• Lamentations 1:7
• Matthew 23:37
• Revelation 3:19

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Ezekiel 16:39?

In this verse, God is speaking to the people of Jerusalem, warning them of the consequences of their actions.

What does it mean to be stripped naked and bare?

Being stripped naked and bare symbolizes the complete loss of honor, possessions, and dignity, emphasizing the severity of the punishment.

How can we apply this verse to our lives today?

We can apply this verse by being mindful of our actions and the consequences they may have. It reminds us to follow God’s teachings to avoid similar punishment.

What are the high places mentioned in this verse?

The high places refer to the locations where the people worshipped idols, and their destruction symbolizes the end of idolatry and the return to God's true worship.