Ezekiel 12:23 Meaning and Explanation
“Tell them therefore, Thus saith the Lord GOD; I will make this proverb to cease, and they shall no more use it as a proverb in Israel; but say unto them, The days are at hand, and the effect of every vision.”
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Read Full Chapter →God will stop the proverb from circulating and will replace Israel's false confidence with the knowledge that the prophesied events are now imminent.
The Context of Ezekiel 12:23
God promises to silence Israel's false proverb by bringing the predicted judgment to pass.
What Does Ezekiel 12:23 Mean?
God's response is direct: He will silence this proverb. No longer will this saying circulate among Israel as justification for ignoring warnings. The very words that express false confidence will be proven wrong by events.
'The days are at hand, and the effect of every vision'—God's counter-declaration is simple and decisive. The vision's fulfillment is near. Ezekiel's words, and all the warnings he has delivered, are about to be validated by history. The people will see what they denied.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 12:23
What does Ezekiel 12:23 mean?
God will stop the proverb from circulating and will replace Israel's false confidence with the knowledge that the prophesied events are now imminent.
What is the context of Ezekiel 12:23?
God promises to silence Israel's false proverb by bringing the predicted judgment to pass.