Ezekiel 21:14 · KJV
"Thou 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."
King James Version
What does Ezekiel 21:14 mean? →Passage Context
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.
15I have set the point of the sword against all their gates, that their heart may faint, and their ruins be multiplied: ah! it is made bright, it is wrapped up for the slaughter.
16Go thee one way or other, either on the right hand, or on the left, whithersoever thy face is set.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you respond to God's calls for action in your life?
2
What does it mean to you to prophesy or speak truth in difficult situations?
3
When have you felt compelled to take a stand for what is right?
Life Application
courage
Be bold in speaking truth and standing for justice, even when it's uncomfortable.
community
Encourage others to join you in actions that reflect God's will.
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