Ezekiel 9:5

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

وقالَ لأَولٰئِكَ على مَسمَعٍ مِنِّي: «إِجْتازوا في المَدينَةِ وَراءَه وٱضرِبوا. لا تَعْطِفْ عُيونُكم ولا تُشفِقوا.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, a figure speaks to others, telling them to follow through the city and strike those they find. The instruction is to be ruthless and show no mercy. This is part of a prophetic vision where judgment is being executed.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where you have to clean up your room, and you can't leave anything behind. This is like that, but much more serious. The person in charge is telling others to clean up, but they have to be strict and not let anything slide.

Historical Background

Ezekiel 9:5 is from the book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around the 6th century BCE. The audience was primarily the exiled Israelites, and the context reflects the judgment of God due to the people's persistent sins and idolatry.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, this verse can remind us to be thorough when dealing with wrongdoings, like addressing harmful behaviors in our community. It suggests not shying away from tough decisions that need to be made for the greater good.

Topics

• judgment
• prophetic vision
• punishment
• obedience
• divine intervention
• sin

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 13:6-10
• 2 Kings 25:9
• Jeremiah 25:9
• Matthew 24:49-51
• Revelation 16:7

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Ezekiel 9:5?

The speaker is a divine figure in a vision Ezekiel sees. This figure is giving instructions to others to execute judgment.

What does this verse tell us about judgment?

It highlights the seriousness and thoroughness of divine judgment, where no mercy is shown to those who do not repent or change their ways.

How should we understand the ruthlessness described in this verse?

The ruthlessness is part of a prophetic vision, showing the severity of God’s judgment on persistent sin. It's not meant to be a model for human behavior but underscores the gravity of the situation.

What lessons can we draw from Ezekiel 9:5?

We can learn about the consequences of sin and the importance of repentance. It also teaches us about the severity with which God deals with sin.