Ezekiel 18:31

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

تَخَلَّصُوا مِنْ كُلِّ الآثَامِ الَّتِي اقتَرَفتُمُوهَا، وَخُذُوا قَلْبًا جَدِيدًا وَرُوحًا جَدِيدَةً. يَا بَنِي إسْرَائِيلَ، لِمَاذَا تَمُوتُونَ؟

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Ezekiel tells the people of Israel to get rid of their wrongdoings and start fresh by changing their hearts and spirits. The message is that they should not continue to die because of their sins. It's a call to repentance and a new beginning.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a toy box full of toys that make you sad because you've used them to do naughty things. Now, the verse is like a friend saying, 'Throw away those toys and get new ones that will make you happy and good. Why would you want to keep the ones that make you feel bad?'

Historical Background

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this verse during the Babylonian exile around 593-571 BCE. He was addressing the Israelites who were living in exile and urging them to turn away from their sins, a common theme in his prophecies.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you've made a big mistake at work. You can't change what you've done, but you can own up to it and change your behavior to prevent future mistakes. This verse encourages you to do just that, to start fresh and make better choices.

Topics

• repentance
• forgiveness
• new beginning
• transformation
• sin
• hope

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 31:33
• Isaiah 1:16
• Ezekiel 36:26
• 2 Corinthians 5:17
• Romans 12:2

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'new heart and new spirit' mean?

The phrase 'new heart and new spirit' symbolizes a complete change in one’s attitude and actions, indicating a fresh start and a renewed commitment to living a righteous life.

Why is Ezekiel addressing the 'house of Israel'?

Ezekiel is addressing the 'house of Israel' because they were the people in exile who needed to hear a message of hope and a call to return to the Lord.

How can one 'cast away transgressions'?

To 'cast away transgressions' means to acknowledge and confess one's sins, seek forgiveness from God, and make a commitment to avoid repeating those wrong actions in the future.

Why does the verse end with 'for why will ye die'?

The phrase 'for why will ye die' is a rhetorical question emphasizing the gravity of continuing in sin. It stresses that turning away from sin is crucial to avoid spiritual and moral death.