Ezekiel 20:30 Meaning and Explanation
“Wherefore say unto the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Are ye polluted after the manner of your fathers? and commit ye whoredom after their abominations?”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God asks whether the current generation continues their fathers' idolatry.
The Context of Ezekiel 20:30
God confronts the exiled generation about continuing their fathers' idolatry.
What Does Ezekiel 20:30 Mean?
The historical survey has led to this accusation of the exiled generation: you are walking in your fathers' ways, repeating their defilement. 'Whoredom' is a metaphor for unfaithfulness to the covenant, treating the marriage-bond between God and Israel as worthless. The generation in exile had inherited not just their fathers' punishment but their fathers' sins.
The question is direct and personal: has nothing changed? Despite exile, despite displacement, the people's hearts remain turned toward idols. The question implies that repentance is still possible—God would not ask 'do you continue in this?' unless there were an option to stop.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 20:30
What does Ezekiel 20:30 mean?
God asks whether the current generation continues their fathers' idolatry.
What is the context of Ezekiel 20:30?
God confronts the exiled generation about continuing their fathers' idolatry.