Ezekiel 18:17 Meaning and Explanation
“That hath taken off his hand from the poor, that hath not received usury nor increase, hath executed my judgments, hath walked in my statutes; he shall not die for the iniquity of his father, he shall surely live.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The righteous grandson will live for his own righteousness, not die for his father's wickedness.
The Context of Ezekiel 18:17
The righteous grandson is promised life, not vicarious death.
What Does Ezekiel 18:17 Mean?
Taking the hand off the poor means restraint and protection; he refuses usury and wrongful gain. He executes God's judgments and walks in God's statutes—the same language as the first father. His covenant faithfulness is complete and deliberate.
The critical promise: he shall not die for the iniquity of his father. Conversely, his father dies for his own sin, not inherited guilt. Each person's fate rests on their own choices.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 18:17
What does Ezekiel 18:17 mean?
The righteous grandson will live for his own righteousness, not die for his father's wickedness.
What is the context of Ezekiel 18:17?
The righteous grandson is promised life, not vicarious death.