Ezekiel 35:13

Arabic Bible Life (Targamet El Hayah) (LA)

قد تباهيتم علي بأفواهكم، وأكثرتم من لغوكم علي وأنا سمعت.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Ezekiel 35:13, God is speaking to the people of Edom, accusing them of boasting against Him and speaking many unkind words. God heard these words and is addressing them directly.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who talks a lot about how they don't like you. Even though they say it, you can still hear them. God is like that friend's parent, telling them He heard all the mean things they said.

Historical Background

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this around 590 BCE. He was speaking to the Edomites, who were enemies of Israel. This was during a time when Israel was being punished by God, and Edom took advantage of the situation.

Living It Out Today

When we speak negatively about others or make boasts against God, we must remember that our words matter. Just as God heard the words of Edom, He hears our words today. It's important to be mindful of our speech.

Topics

• judgment
• pride
• speech
• retribution
• divine hearing
• enemies

Related Verses

• Psalms 79:10
• Isaiah 34:5
• Jeremiah 49:7
• Obadiah 1:12
• Romans 2:1-3

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the main reason God was upset with Edom?

God was upset with Edom because they had spoken boastfully and negatively about Him and had rejoiced in the fall of Israel, which was God’s people.

How does this verse relate to our speech today?

This verse reminds us that our words matter and that God hears every word we say. We should be mindful of our speech and avoid speaking negatively about others or boasting against God.

What can we learn about God's character from this verse?

We can learn that God is aware of our words and that He takes notice of our speech, especially when it involves boasting against Him. This highlights God's omnipresence and His justice.

How do other parts of the Bible support the idea of God hearing our words?

Other parts of the Bible, such as Psalms 79:10 and Jeremiah 49:7, also emphasize that God is aware of and responds to the words and actions of people. This supports the idea that our speech has consequences.