Ezekiel 36:23
Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)
আৰু জাতিবোৰৰ মাজত তেওঁলোকে অপবিত্ৰ কৰা জাতিবোৰ মাজত অপবিত্ৰীকৃত হোৱা মোৰ মহৎ নাম মই পবিত্ৰ কৰিম; আৰু প্ৰভু যিহোৱাই কৈছে, যেতিয়া মই জাতিবোৰৰ সাক্ষাতে তোমালোকৰ মাজত পবিত্ৰীকৃত হ’ম, তেতিয়া মই যে যিহোৱা, ইয়াকে জাতিবোৰে জানিব।
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God promises to restore His name, which has been dishonored by His people and others. He will be sanctified or made holy through His people, so that all nations will recognize Him as the true Lord.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a favorite toy that everyone knows is yours, but one day, it gets dirty and lost. You clean it up and show it off again, so everyone remembers it belongs to you. That's what God is saying about His name here.
Historical Background
The book of Ezekiel was written by the prophet Ezekiel around 593-571 BCE. This verse speaks to the Israelites in exile in Babylon, addressing the idea of God's name being profaned or dishonored among the nations.
Living It Out Today
A modern scenario could be a person who has had a bad reputation due to past mistakes. When they start making good choices and living a virtuous life, others notice the change and start to respect them again.
Topics
holinessreputationrestorationnational identityGod's namesanctification
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is God's name being profaned important?
It's important because God's name represents His character and identity. When it is profaned, it affects how others perceive Him and His people.
Who is speaking in Ezekiel 36:23?
God is speaking directly to the Israelites, promising to restore His name and make Himself known to the nations.
How can we apply this verse in our daily lives?
We can live in a way that honors God's name, making Him known to others through our actions and words.
What does it mean to be sanctified in God's eyes?
To be sanctified means to be set apart for God's purposes, living a life that reflects His holiness and brings glory to His name.