Ezekiel 17:10 Meaning and Explanation
“Yea, behold, being planted, shall it prosper? shall it not utterly wither, when the east wind toucheth it? it shall wither in the furrows where it grew.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The vine cannot prosper; when the east wind touches it, it will completely wither where it was planted.
The Context of Ezekiel 17:10
God's judgment intensifies: complete destruction is certain and near.
What Does Ezekiel 17:10 Mean?
The parable reinforces the question with urgency. 'Utterly wither'—complete destruction, not partial damage. The 'east wind' is a devastating natural force in the biblical world, representing drought, judgment, and divine action. This image recalls prophetic use of wind as God's instrument of judgment.
The tragic poignancy is that the vine will wither 'in the furrows where it grew'—in the very place where it was planted and cared for. Judah will fall on its own soil, among the remnants of its once-fruitful cultivation. The east wind destroys what neither the first nor second eagle could uproot.
Ezekiel 17:10 in the Original Language
ruach qadim (רוח קדים), 'east wind' — biblical symbol for judgment, desolation, and divine punishment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 17:10
What does Ezekiel 17:10 mean?
The vine cannot prosper; when the east wind touches it, it will completely wither where it was planted.
What is the context of Ezekiel 17:10?
God's judgment intensifies: complete destruction is certain and near.