Ezekiel 28:9

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

যি জন লোকে তোমাক বধ কৰিব, সেই জন লোকৰ আগত তুমি সঁচাকৈ তেতিয়াও, “মই এজন দেৱতা” বুলি ক’বা নে? তুমি মনুষ্য মাত্ৰ কিন্তু ঈশ্বৰ নহয়, আৰু যি জন লোকে তোমাক বধ কৰিব, সেই জনৰ হাতত তোমাক শোধাই দিয়া হ’ব!

What Does This Mean?

This verse is part of a prophecy where God is speaking to the ruler of Tyre, telling him that even though he may claim to be a god, he will be proven to be just a man when he is defeated. The key message is that human pride and false claims of divinity will be exposed.

Explained for Children

Imagine if someone told everyone they were a superhero, but then got into a fight and couldn't do any superpowers. This verse is like that, telling a king who said he was a god that he's actually just a regular person who can be hurt like anyone else.

Historical Background

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this around 600 BC to the Israelites in exile. He was addressing the ruler of Tyre, a powerful city-state, to warn him of his impending defeat and to emphasize the futility of claiming divinity.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse reminds us that we should not boast about our abilities or powers. It's important to recognize that we are all human and can be vulnerable. For instance, a business leader who believes they are invincible might face failure if they don't admit their human limitations.

Topics

• humility
• pride
• divinity
• prophecy
• judgment
• defeat

Related Verses

• Isaiah 14:12
• Daniel 4:30
• Psalm 2:4
• 1 Corinthians 10:12
• 2 Peter 2:10

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to claim divinity?

Claiming divinity means claiming to have god-like powers or attributes. In this verse, it shows that such claims are false and will be exposed.

Who was the ruler of Tyre?

The ruler of Tyre was likely a powerful king who claimed divine status, and this verse is a prophecy of his downfall.

How does this verse apply to everyday life?

This verse reminds us to be humble and not to overestimate our abilities. It encourages us to admit our human limitations and not to boast falsely.

What other biblical passages talk about pride and humility?

Passages like Proverbs 16:18, James 4:6, and Philippians 2:3-4 also address the themes of pride and humility.