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Ezekiel 6:5 · KJV

"And I will lay the dead carcases of the children of Israel before their idols; and I will scatter your bones round about your altars."

King James Version

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Passage Context

3And say, Ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord GOD; Thus saith the Lord GOD to the mountains, and to the hills, to the rivers, and to the valleys; Behold, I, even I, will bring a sword upon you, and I will destroy your high places.
4And your altars shall be desolate, and your images shall be broken: and I will cast down your slain men before your idols.
5And I will lay the dead carcases of the children of Israel before their idols; and I will scatter your bones round about your altars.
6In all your dwellingplaces the cities shall be laid waste, and the high places shall be desolate; that your altars may be laid waste and made desolate, and your idols may be broken and cease, and your images may be cut down, and your works may be abolished.
7And the slain shall fall in the midst of you, and ye shall know that I am the LORD.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does this verse challenge your views on idolatry?

2

What does it mean for you to confront the consequences of your actions?

3

When have you felt the weight of your choices in your spiritual life?

Life Application

faith

Reflect on what idols may be present in your life today and how they distract you from God.

repentance

Consider areas where you need to seek forgiveness and restoration with God.

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