Ezekiel 8:15

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

فَقالَ لِي: «هَلْ تَرَى هَذا يا إنْسانُ! وَسَتَرَى أُمُوراً أكثَرَ قباحَةً مِنْ هَذا أيضاً!»

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God is speaking to Ezekiel, telling him to look and see even worse things happening in the temple. This verse is part of God's revelation to Ezekiel about the sins of the people.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where you have to find hidden treasures, but instead, you find some yucky things. God is showing Ezekiel something yucky, but then He says, 'Wait, there's something even yuckier to see!' It's like finding a small mess in your room, but then finding a bigger mess under your bed.

Historical Background

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this in the late 6th century BC. He was speaking to the Israelites living in exile in Babylon. This passage is part of Ezekiel's visions, where God reveals the sins of the people and the coming judgment.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, this verse can remind us that when we think we've seen the worst of something, there's often more to uncover. It encourages us to be vigilant about our own sins and those of our community.

Topics

• judgment
• sin
• vision
• prophets
• temple
• revelation

Related Verses

• Isaiah 1:11-15
• Jeremiah 7:8-11
• Ezekiel 20:39
• Matthew 23:27
• Revelation 3:14-19

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is God showing Ezekiel these abominations?

God is revealing to Ezekiel the sins of the people in the temple, showing the depth of their rebellion and the need for judgment.

What are the 'greater abominations'?

The text suggests that what Ezekiel will see next is even worse than what he has already seen, indicating the severe nature of the people's sins.

How should we apply this verse to our lives?

This verse encourages us to be aware of sin in our own lives and communities and to seek God's guidance to address it.

What does 'son of man' mean here?

'Son of man' is a title used to address Ezekiel, emphasizing his humanity and the divine message he is to deliver.