Ezekiel 16:48 Meaning and Explanation
“As I live, saith the Lord GOD, Sodom thy sister hath not done, she nor her daughters, as thou hast done, thou and thy daughters.”
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Read Full Chapter →God swears that even Sodom, notorious for destruction, did not commit sins as grave as Jerusalem's.
The Context of Ezekiel 16:48
Jerusalem's sins exceed even those of the infamously wicked Sodom.
What Does Ezekiel 16:48 Mean?
God invokes His own life to guarantee the truth of His statement: Sodom, whose name had become synonymous with sin and divine judgment, did not engage in sins comparable to Jerusalem's. Jerusalem exceeds even Sodom in transgression. Given that Sodom was destroyed for its grievous sins, this comparison underscores how serious Jerusalem's offenses are.
The phrase 'thou and thy daughters' emphasizes that Jerusalem's unfaithfulness extends through generations, affecting her entire people. Both the city and its inhabitants share in the corruption. The comparison makes clear that Jerusalem will face judgment comparable to or exceeding that of Sodom.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 16:48
What does Ezekiel 16:48 mean?
God swears that even Sodom, notorious for destruction, did not commit sins as grave as Jerusalem's.
What is the context of Ezekiel 16:48?
Jerusalem's sins exceed even those of the infamously wicked Sodom.