Ezekiel 5:3 · KJV
"Thou shalt also take thereof a few in number, and bind them in thy skirts."
King James Version
What does Ezekiel 5:3 mean? →Passage Context
1And thou, son of man, take thee a sharp knife, take thee a barber's razor, and cause it to pass upon thine head and upon thy beard: then take thee balances to weigh, and divide the hair.
2Thou shalt burn with fire a third part in the midst of the city, when the days of the siege are fulfilled: and thou shalt take a third part, and smite about it with a knife: and a third part thou shalt scatter in the wind; and I will draw out a sword after them.
3Thou shalt also take thereof a few in number, and bind them in thy skirts.
4Then take of them again, and cast them into the midst of the fire, and burn them in the fire; for thereof shall a fire come forth into all the house of Israel.
5Thus saith the Lord GOD; This is Jerusalem: I have set it in the midst of the nations and countries that are round about her.
Reflection Questions
1
What does it mean to hold onto hope in difficult circumstances?
2
How do you identify remnants of hope in your life?
3
When have you seen God provide in unexpected ways?
Life Application
hope
Consider how you can identify and nurture hope in your life, especially during challenging times. Reflect on the small blessings that remind you of God's presence.
resilience
Think about how you can be a source of hope and encouragement to others who may feel lost or desolate.
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
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