Ezekiel 22:19

Assamese (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

এই হেতুকে প্ৰভু যিহোৱাই এই কথা কৈছে: ‘তোমালোক সকলোৱেই আৱৰ্জনাস্বৰূপ হোৱাৰ বাবে চোৱা! মই তোমালোকক যিৰূচালেমৰ মাজত গোটাম।

What Does This Mean?

God is speaking to the people of Jerusalem, saying that they have become like worthless dross or waste material, and he will gather them together in the city to deal with their corruption.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you were playing with your toys and they all started to break and become useless. God is telling the people of Jerusalem that they have become like those broken toys and he will bring them together to fix the problem.

Historical Background

This verse is from the book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around 593 BCE. He is speaking to the people of Jerusalem, warning them about their sinful behavior and the consequences of their actions.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can be applied to a community or organization where corruption or negative behaviors have become widespread. It highlights the need for collective action to address and rectify these issues.

Topics

• judgment
• corruption
• repentance
• community
• purification
• God's sovereignty

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 6:29
• Isaiah 1:22
• Matthew 13:47-50
• Revelation 3:17
• 1 Corinthians 3:12-15

Recommended Reading

Commentary Ezekiel Commentaries → Get This Bible IRV Study Bible →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is meant by 'dross' in Ezekiel 22:19?

Dross refers to the waste material that is left over during the process of smelting metal. In this context, it symbolizes the worthless and corrupt state of the people of Jerusalem.

Who is speaking in Ezekiel 22:19?

God is speaking through the prophet Ezekiel to the people of Jerusalem, warning them about their sinful behavior.

What does it mean to be gathered into the midst of Jerusalem?

It means that God will bring the people together to deal with their corruption, much like gathering metal to purify it through fire.

How can this verse be applied to today's society?

This verse can be applied to situations where a community or group has become corrupt or sinful, and collective action is needed to address and rectify these issues.