Ezekiel 14:22 Meaning and Explanation
“Yet, behold, therein shall be left a remnant that shall be brought forth, both sons and daughters: behold, they shall come forth unto you, and ye shall see their way and their doings: and ye shall be comforted concerning the evil that I have brought upon Jerusalem, even concerning all that I have brought upon it.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Despite the overwhelming judgment, a righteous remnant will survive and come to the exiles, vindicating God's justice.
The Context of Ezekiel 14:22
A righteous remnant will survive Jerusalem's judgment and come to vindicate God's justice to the exiles.
What Does Ezekiel 14:22 Mean?
After pronouncing comprehensive judgment, God introduces hope through a remnant. Some will survive—both sons and daughters—who will emerge from the judgment. These survivors will come to those listening to Ezekiel's prophecy (the exiles), bringing their example of righteousness and covenant faithfulness. This remnant represents those who truly turned from idolatry and remained faithful to God despite the land's judgment.
The exiles will observe the survivors' way and actions, recognizing in them the marks of true covenant loyalty. This observation will bring comfort and vindication. Rather than questioning God's justice, the exiles will come to see that God's judgment was fair, necessary, and aimed at purifying a faithless people. The existence of a righteous remnant proves that God's judgment distinguishes between the righteous and the unrighteous, even in comprehensive catastrophe.
Ezekiel 14:22 in the Original Language
she'ar (שְׁאָר), 'remnant' — literally what remains or is left, indicating those who survive and preserve covenantal continuity.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 14:22
What does Ezekiel 14:22 mean?
Despite the overwhelming judgment, a righteous remnant will survive and come to the exiles, vindicating God's justice.
What is the context of Ezekiel 14:22?
A righteous remnant will survive Jerusalem's judgment and come to vindicate God's justice to the exiles.