Ezekiel 8:14
Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)
What Does This Mean?
In this verse from Ezekiel, a man brings the prophet Ezekiel to a gate in the temple and shows him women sitting there weeping for Tammuz. Tammuz was a false god, and this shows how the Israelites were worshipping other gods instead of the Lord.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're visiting a big church and you see some ladies sitting there crying because they miss a toy that isn't real. That's like what was happening here, but instead of a toy, the ladies were crying for a false god named Tammuz.
Historical Background
Ezekiel was a prophet who wrote this during the Babylonian exile, around 593 BCE. He was showing the people that worshipping false gods was wrong, and this was part of a series of visions he had from God to warn the Israelites.
Living It Out Today
Today, this verse reminds us to stay focused on God and not let distractions or false beliefs lead us away from our faith. For example, a person might be tempted to follow a popular trend that goes against their beliefs, but this verse encourages them to stay true to their values.