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Ezekiel 21:12 · KJV

"Cry and howl, son of man: for it shall be upon my people, it shall be upon all the princes of Israel: terrors by reason of the sword shall be upon my people: smite therefore upon thy thigh."

King James Version

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Passage Context

10It is sharpened to make a sore slaughter; it is furbished that it may glitter: should we then make mirth? it contemneth the rod of my son, as every tree.
11And he hath given it to be furbished, that it may be handled: this sword is sharpened, and it is furbished, to give it into the hand of the slayer.
12Cry and howl, son of man: for it shall be upon my people, it shall be upon all the princes of Israel: terrors by reason of the sword shall be upon my people: smite therefore upon thy thigh.
13Because it is a trial, and what if the sword contemn even the rod? it shall be no more, saith the Lord GOD.
14Thou therefore, son of man, prophesy, and smite thine hands together, and let the sword be doubled the third time, the sword of the slain: it is the sword of the great men that are slain, which entereth into their privy chambers.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you express your grief or sorrow in difficult times?

2

What does it mean to you to 'smite upon thy thigh' in distress?

3

When have you felt the weight of responsibility for others' suffering?

Life Application

grief

Allow yourself to mourn losses and express your emotions in healthy ways.

leadership

Support those around you who are struggling, offering a listening ear or a helping hand.

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