Ezekiel 20:35

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

وَآتِي بِكُمْ إِلَى بَرِّيَّةِ ٱلشُّعُوبِ، وَأُحَاكِمُكُمْ هُنَاكَ وَجْهًا لِوَجْهٍ.

What Does This Mean?

In Ezekiel 20:35, God says He will bring His people to a place called the wilderness, where He will speak to them directly. This shows God's desire to communicate and address His people's needs clearly.

Explained for Children

Imagine you and your friends are going on a camping trip. In the middle of the wilderness, your mom or dad decides to have a serious talk with you, just like God does with His people in this verse. It's a special moment where He wants to talk face-to-face with them.

Historical Background

This verse is from the book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around 600 BC. The audience was the Israelites who were being exiled to Babylon. The wilderness setting symbolizes a place away from distractions, where God can speak directly to His people.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you are going through a tough time, like when you're feeling lost or confused. This verse reminds us that God wants to talk to us directly, especially when we are in difficult situations, to guide and help us.

Topics

• guidance
• communication
• exile
• wilderness
• divine intervention
• purification

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 32:10
• Isaiah 43:19
• Matthew 3:1
• John 16:13
• Revelation 3:18

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does God bring His people to the wilderness?

The wilderness in this context is a place of purification and direct communication. It's where God can address His people without the distractions of daily life.

What does 'plead with you face to face' mean?

It means God will have a direct and personal conversation with His people, addressing their issues and guiding them in a clear and direct manner.

How can this verse be applied to my life?

This verse can remind you that during tough times, God is present and willing to communicate with you directly, offering guidance and support.

What is the significance of the wilderness in the Bible?

The wilderness often symbolizes a place of testing, purification, and direct divine intervention in the Bible, where God’s people are refined and receive direct guidance.