Ezekiel 19:6
French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes a lion that grew up learning to hunt and eat other animals, including humans. The verse is part of a larger passage in Ezekiel, where the prophet is speaking and uses the lion as a symbol to describe the actions of kings of Judah. The key message is about the ferocity and predatory nature of these rulers.
Explained for Children
Imagine a big, strong lion cub growing up in a jungle. As he grows, he learns how to hunt other animals and even people. This verse is telling a story about how some kings were like these lions, being very strong and sometimes hurting others.
Historical Background
Ezekiel, the prophet, wrote this verse around 593-571 BCE. He was speaking to the Israelites who were in exile in Babylon. The verse is part of Ezekiel's symbolic narrative to criticize the kings of Judah for their ruthless actions.
Living It Out Today
In modern times, this verse can be applied to understand how power can corrupt and lead people to harm others. For example, a leader in a company might abuse their power and harm employees or customers.