Ezekiel 35:7

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

এইদৰে মই চেয়ীৰ পৰ্ব্বতক বিস্ময়ৰ আৰু ধ্বংসৰ ঠাই কৰিম, আৰু তাৰ মাজেদি অহা-যোৱা কৰা লোকক তাৰ পৰা উচ্ছন্ন কৰিম।

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from God speaking through the prophet Ezekiel. It says that God will make the land of Seir desolate and empty, so no one will be able to pass through it or return to it. The message is about God's judgment on the land of Seir.

Explained for Children

Imagine a playground that becomes so quiet and empty that no one ever wants to play there again. That's what God is saying will happen to a place called Seir. It will be so empty that no one will go in or come out.

Historical Background

Ezekiel wrote this around 593-571 BCE while in exile in Babylon. The audience was primarily the Israelites and other peoples who had been exiled. The cultural setting reflects the tensions and conflicts between the Israelites and their neighbors, including the people of Seir.

Living It Out Today

Imagine a community facing a crisis where it feels like everyone is leaving and no one is coming back. This verse can remind us that even in such times, we can seek God's guidance and trust in His plan for restoration.

Topics

• judgment
• desolation
• restoration
• prophetic vision
• divine retribution
• historical prophecy

Related Verses

• Isaiah 34:9-10
• Jeremiah 49:17-18
• Obadiah 1:15
• Revelation 8:8-9
• Ezekiel 25:12

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Seir in Ezekiel 35:7?

Seir is the mountainous region inhabited by the Edomites, descendants of Esau, who were in conflict with the Israelites.

What does 'cut off from it him that passeth out and him that returneth' mean?

It means that God will make the land so desolate that no one will be able to travel through it or return to it, indicating total isolation and abandonment.

How does this verse relate to other prophecies in the Bible?

This verse is similar to other prophecies about divine judgment on enemies of Israel, like the ones found in Isaiah and Jeremiah, emphasizing God's justice and sovereignty.

Can this verse be applied to modern situations?

Yes, it can be applied to situations where communities face abandonment or isolation, reminding us of God's presence and plan for restoration.