Ezekiel 16:40 Meaning and Explanation
“They shall also bring up a company against thee, and they shall stone thee with stones, and thrust thee through with their swords.”
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Read Full Chapter →Jerusalem will face a violent assault from gathered enemies who will stone and sword her.
The Context of Ezekiel 16:40
Jerusalem will face violent execution by gathered enemy forces.
What Does Ezekiel 16:40 Mean?
The enemies will gather armies against Jerusalem and execute her through violent means—stoning and sword-piercing. This is not casual punishment but intense, public violence inflicted by gathered forces. The method—stoning—echoes the biblical penalty for serious transgressions and adultery.
This violent execution represents the full consequence of her covenant-breaking. She will not simply lose her possessions or prosperity but will face death itself. The physical violence mirrors the spiritual violence she inflicted on the covenant relationship and on her own children through sacrifice.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 16:40
What does Ezekiel 16:40 mean?
Jerusalem will face a violent assault from gathered enemies who will stone and sword her.
What is the context of Ezekiel 16:40?
Jerusalem will face violent execution by gathered enemy forces.