Ezekiel 33:8
Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)
যদি মই এজন দুষ্ট লোকক কওঁ, ‘হে দুষ্ট, তুমি নিশ্চয়ে মৰিবা!’ কিন্তু যদি তুমি সেই দুষ্টজনক তেওঁৰ পথৰ পৰা ঘূৰিবলৈ সতৰ্ক কৰিবলৈ একো নোকোৱা, তেতিয়া সেই দুষ্ট লোকজনে নিজ অপৰাধৰ কাৰণে মৰিব, কিন্তু মই তোমাৰ হাতৰ পৰা তেওঁৰ ৰক্তপাতৰ প্ৰতিশোধ ল’ম!
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God tells Ezekiel that if he does not warn the wicked of their impending judgment, the wicked will die in their sins, but God will hold Ezekiel responsible for not warning them. The key message is about the importance of speaking the truth and warning others about their actions.
Explained for Children
Imagine you see your friend about to touch a hot stove. If you don't warn them and they get burned, it's not just their fault because you knew it could happen. God is saying the same thing to Ezekiel about warning others about sin.
Historical Background
This verse is from the book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around 593-571 BCE. It was directed to the people of Israel, who were in exile in Babylon. The message was to encourage them to turn away from their sins and toward God.
Living It Out Today
A modern application could be a teacher noticing a student cheating and warning them of the consequences, rather than ignoring it. The teacher's responsibility is to ensure the student understands the repercussions of their actions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'die in his iniquity' mean?
It means that a person dies without turning away from their sins, which can lead to spiritual consequences according to the Bible.
How does this verse apply to today’s society?
This verse reminds us that we have a moral responsibility to guide and warn others, especially when we see them making harmful choices.
What is the main message of Ezekiel 33:8?
The main message is about the importance of speaking the truth and the responsibility to warn others about their actions and the consequences that follow.
Why is it important to understand the historical context of Ezekiel 33:8?
Understanding the historical context helps us to grasp the specific circumstances and the intended audience of the message, which can deepen our understanding of the verse.
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