Ezekiel 17:19

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

所以主耶和华如此说：「我指着我的永生起誓，他既轻看指我所起的誓，背弃指我所立的约，我必要使这罪归在他头上。

这是什么意思？

This verse is God speaking and saying that because someone has broken a promise and a covenant with God, God will make sure they face the consequences of their actions. It's a warning about the importance of keeping one's word and respecting agreements with God.

儿童解释

Imagine you promised your friend you'd share your toys, but you didn't. Now imagine your friend says, 'Since you broke your promise, you can't play with my toys for a while.' That's kind of like what God is saying here. He's letting someone know that breaking a promise has consequences.

历史背景

This verse comes from the book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around the 6th century BCE. It was written to the Israelites who were in exile in Babylon. The context involves God's judgment and the importance of keeping one's word, especially with God.

今日应用

Think of a time when someone broke a promise to you and how it made you feel. Imagine if you did the same to them. The verse reminds us that our actions have consequences, especially when it comes to our commitments to God and others.

主题

• covenant
• promise
• consequences
• judgment
• faithfulness
• obedience

相关经文

• Genesis 21:23-24
• Exodus 19:5-6
• Deuteronomy 7:9
• Ephesians 5:5
• Hebrews 10:26-27

常见问题

What does it mean to despise an oath?

To despise an oath means to show contempt or disrespect for a promise or agreement, often made in the presence of God, indicating a lack of faithfulness and seriousness.

How does God recompense someone for breaking a covenant?

God recompenses by ensuring that the consequences of breaking a covenant are faced, often involving judgment or punishment, as a way to uphold the importance of faithfulness and integrity.

What can we learn about God from this verse?

We learn that God values faithfulness and that He takes seriously the promises and covenants made with Him. He will ensure that there are consequences for breaking these commitments.

How can this verse impact our daily lives?

This verse can remind us to be honest and keep our promises, especially those made to God. It encourages us to consider the consequences of our actions and to strive for faithfulness in our commitments.