Ezekiel 36:13

Arabic 2023 (SAB) (الكتاب الشريف)

”’وَقَالَ الْمَوْلَى الْإِلَهُ: يَقُولُونَ عَنْكُمْ إِنَّكُمْ تَأْكُلُونَ النَّاسَ، وَتَحْرِمُونَ الشُّعُوبَ مِنْ أَوْلَادِهِمْ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Ezekiel tells us that God is speaking and addressing a negative reputation that the land had. People were saying that the land consumes people and has left its nations empty. God is acknowledging this view and prepares to address it further.

Explained for Children

Imagine your neighborhood got a bad reputation for being too scary. People say, 'Oh, that place eats up all the kids and leaves the families behind.' But your friend (God) knows the truth and is going to explain why that's not really true.

Historical Background

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this during the Babylonian exile around 593-570 BC. The message was directed to the Israelites who were exiled in Babylon. The land of Israel had a bad reputation for being unproductive and inhospitable, which is what God is addressing here.

Living It Out Today

Imagine a community that is struggling with poverty and violence, and outsiders say it's a lost cause. This verse can inspire community leaders and supporters to work towards rebuilding the community's reputation and improving its conditions.

Topics

• reputation
• restoration
• hope
• promises
• judgment
• divine intervention

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 36:33-38
• Deuteronomy 32:15
• Hosea 4:3
• Jeremiah 2:7
• Isaiah 44:26

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the reputation of the land mentioned in Ezekiel 36:13?

The land was perceived as consuming people and leaving its nations empty, reflecting a negative view of its productivity and hospitality.

Who is speaking in Ezekiel 36:13?

God is speaking through the prophet Ezekiel, addressing the bad reputation that the land of Israel had.

Why is this verse important in the book of Ezekiel?

It sets up the context for God's promises of restoration and the reversal of the land's negative reputation, highlighting God's power to transform and renew.

How does this verse connect to the broader message of Ezekiel?

This verse ties into Ezekiel's theme of God's judgment and restoration, showing that despite the negative reputation, God has plans for the land's renewal and prosperity.