Ezekiel 22:5

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

হে বদনামী কলহপূৰ্ণা নগৰী, তোমাৰ ওচৰত আৰু নিলগত থকা সকলোৱে তোমাক বিদ্ৰূপ কৰিব।

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Ezekiel says that both those close to Jerusalem and those far away will mock it because it has become notorious and is greatly troubled. The speaker is God, warning Jerusalem about the consequences of its wickedness.

Explained for Children

Imagine you did something naughty, and now all your friends and even the kids you don't know are making fun of you because you're in big trouble. That's kind of what's happening here, but with a whole city instead of just one person.

Historical Background

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. The audience was the exiled Israelites, and the cultural setting was one of judgment and warning against the sins that led to their exile.

Living It Out Today

Imagine a community where everyone starts mocking a person who once was respected but fell into a life of bad choices. This verse reminds us of the consequences of our actions and the importance of seeking forgiveness and turning away from sin.

Topics

• judgment
• sin
• mockery
• repentance
• consequences
• warning

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 22:8
• Isaiah 65:16
• Ezekiel 16:58
• Matthew 11:23
• Romans 2:17

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Ezekiel 22:5?

The speaker is God, who is warning the people of Jerusalem about the consequences of their actions.

What does it mean to be 'infamous' and 'much vexed'?

To be infamous means to have a very bad reputation, and to be much vexed means to be greatly troubled or distressed by problems.

Why does God allow others to mock Jerusalem?

God allows this to happen as a form of judgment and to bring about repentance from the people of Jerusalem for their wickedness.

How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?

We can reflect on the consequences of our actions and strive to avoid behaviors that might lead to shame and mockery, seeking God's forgiveness and guidance instead.