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“Daarom, zo zegt mijn Heer, de HEERE: ‘Omdat jullie je ongerechtigheid zo onder de aandacht brengen, doordat jullie overtredingen zo openlijk zijn, zodat jullie zonden gezien worden bij alles wat jullie doen, ja omdat jullie je ongerechtigheid zo onder de aandacht brengen, dáárom zullen jullie met de hand gegrepen worden.
Wat betekent dit?
This verse is a warning from God, spoken through the prophet Ezekiel. It talks about people who give false advice and lies to lead others into danger. The message is that those who deceive will face the consequences of their wicked actions.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine you have a friend who always tells you to jump off a high place, saying it's safe. They are tricking you, and their lies can hurt you. This verse is like a warning from God, saying those who trick others will also get into trouble.
Historische achtergrond
Ezekiel 21:29 was written by the prophet Ezekiel around 593-571 BC, during the Babylonian exile. Ezekiel was speaking to the people of Israel, warning them about the consequences of their actions and the coming judgment.
Toepassing voor vandaag
In modern times, this verse can remind us to be cautious about the advice we follow and the people we trust. If someone is consistently giving bad advice or leading you to do harmful things, it's important to distance yourself and seek wise counsel.