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Ezekiel 24:17 · KJV

"Forbear to cry, make no mourning for the dead, bind the tire of thine head upon thee, and put on thy shoes upon thy feet, and cover not thy lips, and eat not the bread of men."

King James Version

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Passage Context

15Also the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,
16Son of man, behold, I take away from thee the desire of thine eyes with a stroke: yet neither shalt thou mourn nor weep, neither shall thy tears run down.
17Forbear to cry, make no mourning for the dead, bind the tire of thine head upon thee, and put on thy shoes upon thy feet, and cover not thy lips, and eat not the bread of men.
18So I spake unto the people in the morning: and at even my wife died; and I did in the morning as I was commanded.
19And the people said unto me, Wilt thou not tell us what these things are to us, that thou doest so?

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean for you to forbear from expressing grief?

2

How do you handle situations where you feel compelled to mourn?

3

When have you had to put on a brave face despite your feelings?

Life Application

emotional health

Think about how you can express your emotions in healthy ways, even when society expects you to be strong.

faith

Consider how your faith can help you navigate difficult emotions without losing hope.

People in This Verse

EzekielOT

A prophet who ministered to the exiles in Babylon, known for his vivid visions and messages from God.

First appearance: Ezekiel 1:1

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse emphasizes the call to obedience in the face of personal loss, paralleling Jesus' teachings on prioritizing God's kingdom.

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