Ezekiel 11:2

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

ঈশ্ৱৰে মোক ক’লে, “হে মনুষ্য সন্তান, এইসকল লোকেই এই নগৰখনত অতিশয় অনৈতিক আচৰণ কৰোঁতা আৰু কু-মন্ত্ৰণা দিওঁতা।

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, God speaks to Ezekiel, calling him 'son of man,' and points out the wicked men in the city who are planning evil and giving bad advice. The message is about identifying and warning against those who cause harm.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing in a park, and there are some kids who keep coming up with bad ideas to ruin the fun. God is telling Ezekiel about these tricky kids and saying they're causing problems in the city. He wants Ezekiel to know who they are and what they're doing.

Historical Background

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this book around 593-571 BCE during the Babylonian exile. He spoke to the Israelites, warning them about their wickedness and predicting the consequences of their actions. This verse reflects the challenging and morally complex context of the time.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, consider a workplace where some employees are always coming up with schemes to sabotage projects or spread rumors. This verse reminds us to be aware of such individuals and their harmful intentions, encouraging us to stand against their negative influence.

Topics

• wisdom
• moral integrity
• prophetic warnings
• evil
• advice
• judgment

Related Verses

• Proverbs 15:22
• Matthew 24:10
• 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
• Ezekiel 22:25
• James 3:13-16

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is 'he' speaking to Ezekiel in this verse?

'He' refers to God, who is addressing Ezekiel, a prophet, and giving him information about the wicked men in the city.

What is the significance of calling Ezekiel 'son of man'?

Calling Ezekiel 'son of man' emphasizes his humanity and serves as a reminder that he is speaking on behalf of God to the people, highlighting his role as a prophet.

How should we respond to those who give wicked counsel?

We should be cautious and avoid following their advice. Instead, we should seek guidance from those who provide good and righteous counsel, and help others recognize the harmful influence of wicked advisors.

Can you give an example of 'wicked counsel' in today's world?

Wicked counsel today might include financial advisors who suggest risky investments that harm their clients, or political leaders who spread misinformation to manipulate public opinion and cause division.