Ezekiel 26:21

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

سَأجعَلُكِ مَثارَ رُعبٍ لِلآخَرِينَ، وَسَتَفنِينَ. سَيَبحَثُ النّاسُ عَنكِ فَلا يَجِدُونَكِ.» يَقُولُ الرّبُّ الإلَهُ.

What Does This Mean?

In Ezekiel 26:21, the Lord God is speaking and says that a place will become so terrifying that it will disappear completely and never be found again. This verse is a warning of destruction and disappearance.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a favorite toy that you love playing with, but one day, it gets lost in a big, scary forest. No matter how hard you look, you can't find it again because it's gone forever. That's kind of what this verse is talking about, but it's about a place and not a toy.

Historical Background

This verse is part of the prophecy of Ezekiel, written around 593-571 BCE. Ezekiel was a prophet speaking to the Jewish people who were in exile, warning them about the consequences of their actions and the judgment that would come upon them.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse can remind us that actions have consequences. If we continue to do wrong and refuse to change, we might lose something important in our lives, just like the place in this verse is lost forever.

Topics

• judgment
• consequences
• prophecy
• destruction
• loss
• warning

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 25:14
• Amos 1:10
• Isaiah 13:19
• Matthew 23:38
• Revelation 21:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main message of Ezekiel 26:21?

The main message is a warning of complete destruction and disappearance, emphasizing the severity of the consequences for disobedience.

How does this verse apply to modern life?

In modern life, this verse can remind us that our actions have consequences and that ignoring God's warnings can lead to severe outcomes, much like the place in the verse that is lost forever.

Who is speaking in Ezekiel 26:21?

The speaker in this verse is the Lord God, who is giving a prophecy about the destruction of a place.

What historical event does this verse relate to?

This verse relates to the prophecy about the destruction of Tyre, a prominent city that was known for its trade and wealth, and which was destroyed by the Babylonians.