Ezekiel 18:15
Ezekiel 18:15 Meaning and Explanation
“That hath not eaten upon the mountains, neither hath lifted up his eyes to the idols of the house of Israel, hath not defiled his neighbour's wife,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The righteous grandson refuses idolatry and sexual sin, like the first generation.
The Context of Ezekiel 18:15
The righteous grandson returns to righteous paths.
What Does Ezekiel 18:15 Mean?
The grandson's righteousness mirrors the first father's. He refuses idol worship and adultery, maintaining the covenant boundaries his father crossed. His choices are identical to the first righteous father's choices in verses 6-7.
This shows that righteousness is not inherited but chosen; it can be reclaimed even when a parent abandoned it.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 18:15
What does Ezekiel 18:15 mean?
The righteous grandson refuses idolatry and sexual sin, like the first generation.
What is the context of Ezekiel 18:15?
The righteous grandson returns to righteous paths.