Ezekiel 21:25 Meaning and Explanation
“And thou, profane wicked prince of Israel, whose day is come, when iniquity shall have an end,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The king of Israel is addressed as profane and wicked; his day of judgment has arrived.
The Context of Ezekiel 21:25
The prophecy directly addresses the king of Judah with his sentence of judgment.
What Does Ezekiel 21:25 Mean?
The address shifts from Israel as a whole to the specific ruler—the 'profane wicked prince.' This is likely Zedekiah, the last king of Judah before the Babylonian conquest. He is characterized as 'profane' (defiled, unholy) and 'wicked' (morally corrupt).
'Whose day is come, when iniquity shall have an end' marks the terminus of his reign. His iniquity—personal and national—has reached its appointed end. The day of reckoning is not future but already present.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 21:25
What does Ezekiel 21:25 mean?
The king of Israel is addressed as profane and wicked; his day of judgment has arrived.
What is the context of Ezekiel 21:25?
The prophecy directly addresses the king of Judah with his sentence of judgment.