Ezekiel 11:3

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

তেওঁলোকে কৈ থাকে যে, ‘ঘৰবোৰ সাজিবৰ সময় ওচৰ চপা নাই; এই নগৰখন কেৰাহী আৰু আমি মাংস-স্বৰূপ।’

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, some people are saying that they don't need to worry about the city being destroyed because it's not happening soon. They think they can build houses and live safely, comparing the city to a pot and themselves to the food inside it. This shows their false sense of security.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with your toys and someone says, 'Don't worry, we have plenty of time to keep playing. The rain isn't coming soon, so let's build a big castle.' But what if the rain really is coming soon? That's what's happening here. Some people think they're safe, but they're not.

Historical Background

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this around 593 BC. He was speaking to the Israelites who were in exile in Babylon. The city mentioned is Jerusalem, and these people were under false security, thinking they could continue life as usual despite the looming threat of destruction.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you're running a business, and you know a big change is coming, but you're not sure when. Instead of preparing, you decide to ignore it and keep doing what you're doing. This verse warns us against that false sense of security and encourages us to be prepared.

Topics

• security
• false hope
• prophetic warnings
• Jerusalem
• exile
• preparation

Related Verses

• Isaiah 28:15
• Jeremiah 5:11
• Jeremiah 17:9-10
• Matthew 24:43-44
• Revelation 3:3

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to say the city is a caldron?

The city being described as a caldron (or pot) is a metaphor indicating that it is a place where danger and destruction will occur, much like a pot where food is cooked.

Who were the people speaking in this verse?

These were likely some of the wealthy or influential residents of Jerusalem who believed they were immune to the impending destruction and felt secure in their city.

How can we avoid having a false sense of security?

We can stay vigilant and be aware of the signs around us, and also seek guidance from God to understand our true circumstances and take necessary steps to prepare.

What lessons can we learn from this verse about preparation?

This verse teaches us the importance of being prepared for the future, even when it seems far off, and not to let a false sense of security cloud our judgment.