Ezekiel 31:10

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

»C’est pourquoi, voici ce que dit le Seigneur, l’Eternel: Parce qu'il avait une taille élevée, parce qu'il lançait sa cime au milieu d'épais buissons et que son cœur était fier de sa hauteur,

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from God, speaking through the prophet Ezekiel. It criticizes someone who has become proud and arrogant because of their success and status. The key message is that pride and arrogance will lead to downfall.

Explained for Children

Imagine a tree that grows really tall and starts to think it's the best tree in the forest. It gets so big and proud that it forgets to be humble. This verse is like God telling that tree it needs to remember to be humble, or else it might fall down.

Historical Background

Ezekiel 31 was written by the prophet Ezekiel around 591 BCE while he was in exile in Babylon. The audience was likely the Jewish exiles and those back in Judah. The cultural setting was one of political upheaval and exile, with messages of warning and judgment from God.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, this verse can apply to someone in business or politics who becomes arrogant because of their success. It serves as a reminder that humility is essential, and pride can lead to a fall, no matter how successful one is.

Topics

• pride
• humility
• judgment
• arrogance
• prophets
• warning

Related Verses

• Isaiah 2:11
• James 4:6
• Proverbs 16:18
• Psalms 10:2
• Luke 14:11

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Ezekiel 31:10?

God is speaking through the prophet Ezekiel to warn of the consequences of pride and arrogance.

What does it mean to 'lift up oneself in height'?

It means becoming overly proud and arrogant about one's achievements and status, forgetting to be humble.

Can you give an example of how this verse applies today?

Sure, a business leader might become so proud of their company's success that they ignore risks, leading to a downfall due to their overconfidence.

What is the main lesson from this verse?

The main lesson is the importance of humility and the dangers of pride and arrogance, which can lead to downfall.