Ezekiel 33:32 Meaning
And, lo, thou art unto them as a very lovely song of one that hath a pleasant voice, and can play well on an instrument: for they hear thy words, but they do them not.
Context Explained
30Also, thou son of man, the children of thy people still are talking against thee by the walls and in the doors of the houses, and speak one to another, every one to his brother, saying, Come, I pray you, and hear what is the word that cometh forth from the LORD.
31And they come unto thee as the people cometh, and they sit before thee as my people, and they hear thy words, but they will not do them: for with their mouth they shew much love, but their heart goeth after their covetousness.
32And, lo, thou art unto them as a very lovely song of one that hath a pleasant voice, and can play well on an instrument: for they hear thy words, but they do them not.
33And when this cometh to pass, (lo, it will come,) then shall they know that a prophet hath been among them.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 11:17
Jesus compares the people's response to His message to children who refuse to play.
Luke 16:31
Abraham explains that even if someone rises from the dead, those who do not listen to Moses and the prophets will not be convinced.
Romans 10:16
Paul notes that not all have obeyed the gospel, echoing the theme of hearing without action.
Source: Ezekiel 33:32