Ezekiel 18:11
Ezekiel 18:11 Meaning and Explanation
“And that doeth not any of those duties, but even hath eaten upon the mountains, and defiled his neighbour's wife,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wicked son abandons righteousness and embraces idolatry and adultery.
The Context of Ezekiel 18:11
The wicked son deliberately rejects his father's righteousness.
What Does Ezekiel 18:11 Mean?
The wicked son does none of the righteous deeds his father did—no mercy, no justice, no faithfulness. Instead, he actively practices idolatry (eating on mountains) and adultery, the sexual sins his father refused.
This generation consciously rejects the example before them, choosing instead the path of compromise with false worship and sexual unfaithfulness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 18:11
What does Ezekiel 18:11 mean?
The wicked son abandons righteousness and embraces idolatry and adultery.
What is the context of Ezekiel 18:11?
The wicked son deliberately rejects his father's righteousness.