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God tells Ezekiel to prophesy that because others have harmed Israel, making it seem like a possession for other nations, Israel has become a subject of ridicule and shame. God is speaking through Ezekiel to address the suffering of Israel.
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Imagine if your toys were taken and people made fun of you for it. God is saying that even though others have taken and mocked Israel, he still loves them and will help them.
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Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this around 593-571 BCE. He was speaking to the Israelites who were exiled in Babylon. At that time, Israel had been conquered and was a subject of ridicule among other nations.
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This verse reminds us that when we face ridicule or loss, God sees and cares about our suffering. For example, if a person is bullied at school, they can know that God sees their pain and will bring healing and justice.