Ezekiel 23:31

Korean 1961 (개역한글)

네가 네 형의 길로 행하였은즉 내가 그의 잔을 네 손에 주리라

이 구절의 의미

This verse is God speaking to a person, saying that because they have followed the ways of their sister, they will also face the same consequences. The 'cup' is a metaphor for suffering or punishment.

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Imagine you have a sister who always gets in trouble for eating too much candy. Now, if you start eating lots of candy like your sister, you'll also get a tummy ache. That's what this verse is saying - if you follow someone's bad example, you'll face the same problems.

역사적 배경

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this verse around 593-571 BC. He was speaking to the people of Israel, warning them about the consequences of following the wrong path, much like the idolatrous practices of their sister nation, Judah.

오늘의 적용

In modern times, this can apply to a scenario where a young person decides to drink and drive because their older sibling did it without any immediate consequences. However, this verse warns that they will face their own punishment, just like their sibling did.

주제

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자주 묻는 질문

What does the 'cup' symbolize in Ezekiel 23:31?

The 'cup' symbolizes the suffering and judgment that comes as a result of following the wrong path, just like a sister nation that has already faced the consequences.

Who is speaking in Ezekiel 23:31?

God is speaking through the prophet Ezekiel, warning the people of Israel about the consequences of their actions.

How can we avoid the 'cup' of suffering mentioned in Ezekiel 23:31?

To avoid the 'cup' of suffering, one must refrain from following the wrong path or the bad examples set by others, choosing instead to follow God's guidance.

What historical event does this verse relate to?

This verse relates to the historical context of the Israelites and Judahites, two sister nations, where the Israelites were warned about following the idolatrous practices of the Judahites.

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