Ezekiel 9:11

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

وإِذا بِالرَّجُلِ اللاَّبِسِ الكَتَّانَ الَّذي دَواتُه على وَسَطِه قد قَدَّمَ البَيانَ قائِلًا: «إِنِّي فَعَلتُ كما أَمَرتَني».

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a man in linen clothing, carrying an inkhorn, who reports to someone that he has completed a task as instructed. The man is likely reporting to God or a divine figure about his mission.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where you have to color a map. You have a special crayon and you're told to color only certain parts. When you're done, you tell the person who gave you the task that you've finished it exactly as they asked. That's what's happening here, but with a very important mission from God.

Historical Background

Ezekiel 9:11 is part of the Book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around 593-571 BCE. It was written to the Israelites who were in exile in Babylon, to remind them of God's judgment and promises.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can remind us to faithfully complete the tasks that we are given, whether at work, school, or home. For example, if a teacher assigns a project, completing it to the best of your ability and reporting back can be seen as a reflection of the faithfulness shown in this verse.

Topics

• faithfulness
• obedience
• divine mission
• reporting
• completion

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 10:2
• Ezekiel 11:22
• Revelation 14:1
• Zechariah 3:4
• 2 Corinthians 5:20

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the man in linen?

The man in linen is believed to be a divine being, often interpreted as an angel or a manifestation of God, who is tasked with a specific mission in Ezekiel's visions.

What is the inkhorn and why is it important?

The inkhorn is a small container for ink, used for marking purposes. In this context, it symbolizes the man's role in marking or distinguishing certain elements as part of his mission.

What task was the man in linen reporting about?

The exact task isn't specified in this verse, but in the broader context of Ezekiel 9, it involves marking and distinguishing individuals in Jerusalem as part of a divine judgment.

How can this verse be relevant to modern-day Christians?

This verse encourages modern-day Christians to be faithful and obedient to the tasks they are given, reflecting God's commandments in their lives and reporting back with integrity.