Ezekiel 16:36 Meaning and Explanation
“Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because thy filthiness was poured out, and thy nakedness discovered through thy whoredoms with thy lovers, and with all the idols of thy abominations, and by the blood of thy children, which thou didst give unto them;”
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Read Full Chapter →God cites Jerusalem's comprehensive corruption—her sexual immorality, idolatry, and child sacrifice—as the cause of coming judgment.
The Context of Ezekiel 16:36
God catalogs Jerusalem's comprehensive corruption as grounds for judgment.
What Does Ezekiel 16:36 Mean?
God catalogs the reasons for judgment: Jerusalem's filthiness poured out (her pervasive corruption), her nakedness exposed through fornication, her involvement with idols, and worst of all, the blood of her children sacrificed to false gods. These are not minor infractions but grave, comprehensive violations of covenant and humanity.
The phrase 'poured out' suggests overflowing corruption—not contained sin but abundant, spilling manifestation of unfaithfulness throughout her entire being. The specific mention of children's blood emphasizes the gravity: Jerusalem has not only betrayed God but has committed acts that violate the deepest moral laws. These actions necessitate divine judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 16:36
What does Ezekiel 16:36 mean?
God cites Jerusalem's comprehensive corruption—her sexual immorality, idolatry, and child sacrifice—as the cause of coming judgment.
What is the context of Ezekiel 16:36?
God catalogs Jerusalem's comprehensive corruption as grounds for judgment.