Ezekiel 38:20

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

فَتَرْعَشُ أَمَامِي سَمَكُ ٱلْبَحْرِ وَطُيُورُ ٱلسَّمَاءِ وَوُحُوشُ ٱلْحَقْلِ وَٱلدَّابَّاتُ ٱلَّتِي تَدُبُّ عَلَى ٱلْأَرْضِ، وَكُلُّ ٱلنَّاسِ ٱلَّذِينَ عَلَى وَجْهِ ٱلْأَرْضِ، وَتَنْدَكُّ ٱلْجِبَالُ وَتَسْقُطُ ٱلْمَعَاقِلُ وَتَسْقُطُ كُلُّ ٱلْأَسْوَارِ إِلَى ٱلْأَرْضِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse says that all living things, from fish in the sea to people on the earth, will be shaken by the presence of God. It also says that the land will be dramatically changed, with mountains falling and walls crumbling. God is the one speaking, and the key message is about the power and presence of God.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with your friends when suddenly the ground starts to shake, and everything around you seems to move. That's kind of what this verse is describing. God is so powerful that even the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky will notice his presence, and the earth will change because of it. It's like a big earthquake but caused by God.

Historical Background

Ezekiel 38:20 is part of the Book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around the 6th century BCE. It was written for the Israelites who were in exile in Babylon. The verse describes a future event when God will show his power over the earth.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse can remind us of the power of natural disasters or significant world events that shake our confidence and change our lives. It encourages us to trust in the power and presence of God even during challenging times.

Topics

• power of God
• natural disasters
• trust
• presence of God
• prophecy
• judgment

Related Verses

• Isaiah 2:19
• Revelation 6:12-14
• Matthew 24:29
• Luke 21:25-26
• Habakkuk 3:6

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Ezekiel 38:20?

God is speaking in this verse, describing a future event where his power will be evident throughout the earth.

What does this verse teach about the power of God?

This verse teaches that God's power is so great that it affects every aspect of creation, from the sea to the heavens, showing his ultimate control and authority.

How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?

We can apply this verse by trusting in God's power and presence, especially during times of uncertainty or fear, knowing that he has control over all things.

What are the historical implications of this verse?

This verse was written to encourage and prepare the Israelites in exile, reminding them of God's ultimate power and his plan for their future, even in difficult circumstances.