Ezekiel 20:23

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

لَكِنِّي رَفَعتُ يَدِي لَهُمْ فِي الصَّحراءِ وَتَعَهَّدتُ لَهُمْ بِأنْ أُبَعثِرَهُمْ وَسَطَ الأُمَمِ وَفِي كُلِّ البِلادِ.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God is speaking and saying that He will scatter His people among other nations and disperse them through different countries. This was a promise He made while they were in the wilderness.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a group of friends playing in a big playground, but then you have to spread them all over different playgrounds. God is saying He will do something similar with His people, spreading them out to different places.

Historical Background

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this around 593 BCE. He was speaking to the Israelites, who were already in exile, reminding them of God's past promises and the consequences of their disobedience.

Living It Out Today

Today, we can see parallels in how people move to different countries for various reasons, including following God's leading or escaping difficult situations. This verse can remind us of God's sovereignty over our lives, even when we feel scattered.

Topics

• disobedience
• scattering
• promise
• exile
• sovereignty
• consequence

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 28:64
• Psalms 106:26
• Ezekiel 11:16
• Jeremiah 29:14
• Acts 8:1

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did God scatter His people?

God scattered His people as a consequence of their disobedience, a form of discipline to bring them back to Him.

Can this verse be applied to current events?

Yes, this verse can remind us of God's sovereignty and His purpose, even in the midst of global movements and changes.

What does this verse say about God's promises?

This verse shows that God fulfills His promises, even if they involve difficult circumstances like scattering His people.

How does this verse relate to other biblical themes?

It relates to themes of exile, disobedience, and God's sovereignty, showing how these elements interconnect in the biblical narrative.