Ezekiel 23:35

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

لِذَلِكَ هَكَذَا قَالَ ٱلسَّيِّدُ ٱلرَّبُّ: مِنْ أَجْلِ أَنَّكِ نَسِيتِنِي وَطَرَحْتِنِي وَرَاءَ ظَهْرِكِ، فَتَحْمِلِي أَيْضًا رَذِيلَتَكِ وَزِنَاكِ».

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God is speaking to a person who has forgotten about Him and has turned to other things. God says that because of this, the person will have to face the consequences of their actions and the choices they made.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a best friend, but you keep forgetting to call them and spend time with them. Your friend might feel sad and let you know that you need to face the consequences of not spending time together. That's what God is saying in this verse.

Historical Background

Ezekiel wrote this verse around 593-571 BCE, during the Babylonian exile. He was speaking to the people of Israel who had forgotten God and turned to other gods. The setting reflects the cultural and religious practices of that time, where idolatry was common.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, this verse can remind us to stay connected to God and not let our busy lives distract us. For example, a person who forgets about their faith due to work pressures might face the consequences of neglecting their spiritual life.

Topics

• forgiveness
• consequences
• faith
• obedience
• idolatry
• God's love

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 31:16
• Hosea 4:17
• Jeremiah 3:20
• Matthew 15:8
• John 14:15

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to forget God?

Forgetting God means not acknowledging His presence in your life and not following His commands, often because other things have become more important.

What are the consequences of forgetting God?

The consequences include spiritual emptiness and facing the results of choices made without considering God's will or guidance.

How can one avoid forgetting God?

One can avoid forgetting God by regularly spending time in prayer, reading the Bible, and actively seeking God's guidance in daily decisions.

What does 'cast me behind thy back' mean?

This phrase means to ignore or disregard God, as if pushing Him aside to focus on other things or people.