Ezekiel 11:18 Meaning and Explanation
“And they shall come thither, and they shall take away all the detestable things thereof and all the abominations thereof from thence.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Upon return to the land, the exiles will remove all idolatrous practices and objects of spiritual corruption.
The Context of Ezekiel 11:18
The exiles will purify the land of idolatrous objects and practices upon their return.
What Does Ezekiel 11:18 Mean?
When the exiles return to the land, their first action will be to cleanse it. They shall take away all detestable things and abominations—references to idolatrous objects and pagan religious practices that have corrupted the land. This purification indicates the returned exiles will have a different spiritual orientation than the people who remained in the land and adopted heathen practices.
The removal of these objects signifies covenant renewal and spiritual restoration. Rather than continuing in the syncretism and idolatry that brought judgment, the returned exiles will actively reject and remove these corruptions. This cleansing prepares the land for the restored relationship with God that follows.
Ezekiel 11:18 in the Original Language
shiqquts (שִׁקּוּץ), 'detestable things' — objects and practices that are abominable in God's sight, particularly idols.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 11:18
What does Ezekiel 11:18 mean?
Upon return to the land, the exiles will remove all idolatrous practices and objects of spiritual corruption.
What is the context of Ezekiel 11:18?
The exiles will purify the land of idolatrous objects and practices upon their return.