Ezekiel 29:2

Dutch (BB) 2016 BasisBijbel

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Wat betekent dit?

In this verse, God tells Ezekiel to speak out against Pharaoh, the king of Egypt, and the entire nation. This is a message of warning and judgment from God.

Uitgelegd voor kinderen

Imagine you're playing with your friends and one of them is being very mean. God is telling Ezekiel to tell that friend they need to stop being mean and listen to what's right, just like when a teacher tells you to be nice to others.

Historische achtergrond

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this around 593 BCE during the Babylonian exile. This message was directed at Pharaoh and the Egyptians, who were powerful enemies of Israel at the time.

Toepassing voor vandaag

Today, this verse can remind us to stand up for what is right, even if it's difficult. For instance, if you see someone being bullied at school, speaking out against the bully can be scary, but it's important to stand up for what's right.

Onderwerpen

• judgment
• prophecy
• Egypt
• warning
• God's message
• confrontation

Gerelateerde verzen

• Jeremiah 46:2-12
• Isaiah 19:1-7
• Ezekiel 30:1-26
• Ezekiel 31:1-18
• Revelation 11:8

Veelgestelde vragen

Who is Pharaoh in this verse?

Pharaoh refers to the king of Egypt, a powerful and often oppressive ruler during the time of Ezekiel.

Why is Ezekiel speaking against Egypt?

Ezekiel is delivering a message from God, which includes warnings and judgments against Egypt for its actions and attitudes.

What does 'set thy face against' mean?

It means to focus one's attention and determination on a specific person or group, often with the intention to confront or rebuke them.

Is this message only for Pharaoh or all of Egypt?

The message is directed at both Pharaoh and all of Egypt, indicating a broader judgment on the entire nation.