Ezekiel 8:17

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

他对我说：「人子啊，你看见了吗？ 犹大 家在此行这可憎的事还算为小吗？他们在这地遍行强暴，再三惹我发怒，他们手拿枝条举向鼻前。

这是什么意思？

In this verse, God is speaking to Ezekiel and pointing out the terrible things the people of Judah are doing. They are doing evil acts, filling the land with violence, and acting in a way that angers God. This verse shows how their actions are like sticking their noses up at God, showing disrespect.

儿童解释

Imagine if you kept doing something your parents told you not to do, and every time you did it, you stuck your nose up high. That's how the people in this story were acting toward God. They were doing bad things and showing they didn't care about God's rules.

历史背景

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. He was speaking to the people of Judah, who had been exiled from their homeland. The context was a time of great distress and religious turmoil, with the people turning away from God.

今日应用

Today, this verse reminds us that our actions have consequences and that disrespecting God's commandments is serious. For example, if someone chooses to lie and cheat in their job, despite knowing it’s wrong, they are showing a lack of respect for God's teachings and will likely face consequences.

主题

• disrespect
• judgment
• consequences
• obedience
• worship
• sin

相关经文

• Leviticus 19:15
• Isaiah 1:15
• Matthew 23:14
• Jeremiah 7:21
• Hosea 8:12

常见问题

What does 'put the branch to their nose' mean in Ezekiel 8:17?

This phrase is a metaphor for arrogance and disrespect. It suggests that the people were so confident in their wicked ways that they were essentially saying to God, 'We don't care about your commands.'

Why does God emphasize that it is a 'light thing' for the house of Judah to commit abominations?

God is highlighting how severe their actions are. By saying it is not a light thing, He is emphasizing the gravity of their sins and the need for repentance.

How does this verse connect to the theme of consequences?

This verse shows that there are consequences for disobeying God. The people's actions have led to violence and angering God, which will result in further punishment and consequences.

What can we learn about God's expectations from Ezekiel 8:17?

This verse teaches us that God expects obedience and respect from His people. Disregarding His commands and living in sin has serious repercussions, as it shows a lack of respect for God's authority.