Ezekiel 20:45

Ezekiel Prophesies Against the South

45 A message came to me from the Lord. He said,

Ezekiel 20:45 Meaning and Commentary

Ezekiel 20:45

Moreover, the word of the Lord came unto me, saying.
] Or the word of prophecy, as the Targum. Here begins a new prophecy, and most properly a new chapter should here begin; for the next chapter is of the same argument with this, and an explanation of it, and an enlargement upon it. And here Ben Melech begins one; and so Junius and Tremellius, Piscator, and Castalio.

Ezekiel 20:45 In-Context

43 There you will remember your conduct. You will think about everything you did that polluted you. And you will hate yourselves because of all of the evil things you have done.

44 " ' " 'People of Israel, I will deal with you for the honor of my name. I will not deal with you based on your evil conduct and sinful practices. Then you will know that I am the Lord,' announces the LORD and King." ' "

45 A message came to me from the Lord. He said,

46 "Son of man, turn your attention to Judah in the south. Preach against it. Prophesy against its forests.

47 Tell them, 'Listen to the LORD's message. The LORD and King says, "I am about to set you on fire. The fire will destroy all of your trees. It will burn up green trees and dry trees alike. The blazing flame will not be put out. The faces of everyone from south to north will be burned by it.