Ezekiel 16:59

Chinese Simplified CUNPSS Script Union (新标点和合本, 神版)

「主耶和华如此说：你这轻看誓言、背弃盟约的，我必照你所行的待你。

这是什么意思？

This verse from Ezekiel states that God will treat Jerusalem the same way Jerusalem has treated others, because Jerusalem has broken its promise and broken the covenant with God. God is speaking directly and is emphasizing the consequences of breaking a solemn promise.

儿童解释

Imagine you promised to share your cookies, but you didn't. Now, your friend is saying, 'If you didn't keep your promise, I won't share my toys with you.' This is like God saying He will treat Jerusalem the same way Jerusalem treated others when it didn't keep its promise.

历史背景

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BC. He addressed the people of Jerusalem, who had broken their covenant with God by worshipping other gods and disobeying God's laws.

今日应用

A modern application could be a situation where someone breaks a trust or promise in a relationship. Just as God says He will deal with Jerusalem as they have dealt with others, so too might the person who was wronged respond in kind.

主题

• faithfulness
• covenant
• consequences
• broken promises
• punishment
• divine justice

相关经文

• Ezekiel 17:18-19
• Jeremiah 34:18-19
• Deuteronomy 29:18-19
• 2 Corinthians 1:21-22
• Hebrews 10:26-29

常见问题

What does 'despised the oath' mean in this verse?

To 'despise the oath' means to show contempt or disregard for a solemn promise, in this case, the covenant made with God.

How does this verse relate to God's justice?

This verse illustrates God's justice by showing that He responds to people's actions in a way that is proportional to their behavior, especially when it comes to breaking promises made to Him.

What can we learn about keeping promises from this verse?

This verse teaches us the importance of honoring our commitments and promises, as breaking them can lead to serious consequences, both in our relationships and before God.

How can this verse be used in a Bible study?

This verse can be used to discuss the themes of covenant, faithfulness, and the consequences of breaking promises, helping participants understand the seriousness of keeping their commitments to God and others.