Ezekiel 35:9

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

মই তোমাক চিৰকলীয়া ধ্বংসস্থানত পৰিণত কৰিম। তোমাৰ নগৰবোৰত কোনেও বসতি নকৰিব, কিন্তু মই যে যিহোৱা, তাক তোমালোকে জানিবা।

What Does This Mean?

This verse says that God will make Edom a place where nothing grows or lives for a very long time. The cities will never come back to life. This will show that God is the Lord. God is speaking here, warning Edom about His judgment.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a favorite playground, but someone decides to remove all the swings and slides and let it grow into a big, empty field. That's what God is saying will happen to Edom. The playground will never be the same, and everyone will know that God made it that way.

Historical Background

Ezekiel wrote this during the Babylonian exile around 593-571 BCE. The audience was the Israelites who were in exile and facing the judgment of their neighbors. Edom, who took advantage of Judah's fall, is being warned about God's judgment.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, think about a company that took advantage of a competitor's downfall and is now facing a crisis. This verse reminds us that actions have consequences, and justice will be served in God's timing.

Topics

• judgment
• punishment
• desolation
• justice
• God's sovereignty
• prophecy

Related Verses

• Isaiah 63:1-6
• Jeremiah 49:7-18
• Obadiah 1:1-14
• Amos 1:11-12
• Matthew 23:33

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'perpetual desolations' mean?

It means that Edom will remain desolate or abandoned for a very long time, symbolizing the lasting impact of God's judgment.

Why is God warning Edom?

God is warning Edom because they took advantage of Judah's fall and rejoiced over their misfortunes, which is considered a grave sin in the eyes of God.

How does this relate to justice?

This verse reflects the concept of justice in the Bible, where God ensures that those who sin against others will face consequences, even if it takes time.

What can we learn about God's sovereignty from this verse?

We learn that God has the ultimate authority and control over nations and their destinies, and that His will is always done, regardless of human actions or reactions.