Ezekiel 10:2 Meaning and Explanation
“And he spake unto the man clothed with linen, and said, Go in between the wheels, even under the cherub, and fill thine hand with coals of fire from between the cherubims, and scatter them over the city. And he went in in my sight.”
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The Context of Ezekiel 10:2
The judgment agent carries out God's command to mark the city for destruction.
What Does Ezekiel 10:2 Mean?
The divine figure from chapter 9 (the man in linen, likely representing the divine scribe or messenger) receives instructions. He is told to gather burning coals from the divine presence—the fire between the cherubim—and scatter them over Jerusalem. This fire symbolizes God's judgment being executed upon the city.
The obedience of this figure demonstrates the certainty and inevitability of judgment. The coals represent the consequences of covenant-breaking, sent directly from God's presence. This action literalizes the destruction Ezekiel warned would come upon Jerusalem for its unfaithfulness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 10:2
What does Ezekiel 10:2 mean?
A command to scatter coals of fire over the city as judgment.
What is the context of Ezekiel 10:2?
The judgment agent carries out God's command to mark the city for destruction.