Ezekiel 21:11 Meaning and Explanation
“And he hath given it to be furbished, that it may be handled: this sword is sharpened, and it is furbished, to give it into the hand of the slayer.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The sword is given to be handled and placed in the hand of the one who will wield it to slay.
The Context of Ezekiel 21:11
God prepares the sword and places it in the hands of those who will execute judgment.
What Does Ezekiel 21:11 Mean?
The sword is now fully prepared and ready to be grasped and wielded. The repetition of 'sharpened' and 'furbished' reinforces that preparation is complete. The weapon is not merely symbolic but functional and ready for use.
'To give it into the hand of the slayer' reveals the agent: a human instrument (the king of Babylon and his armies) will wield God's sword. This combines divine sovereignty with human agency—God works through the military force of a pagan nation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 21:11
What does Ezekiel 21:11 mean?
The sword is given to be handled and placed in the hand of the one who will wield it to slay.
What is the context of Ezekiel 21:11?
God prepares the sword and places it in the hands of those who will execute judgment.