Ezekiel 22:10

Ezekiel 22:10 Meaning and Explanation

In thee have they discovered their fathers' nakedness: in thee have they humbled her that was set apart for pollution.

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Jerusalem is plagued by incest and ritual abuse.

The Context of Ezekiel 22:10

Incest and abuse of ritually unclean persons.

What Does Ezekiel 22:10 Mean?

'Discovering the father's nakedness' is a biblical euphemism for sexual relations with a father's wife or concubine, violating the family structure and covenant law. Such acts represent a profound breach of family honor and sacred law.

The reference to humbling 'her that was set apart for pollution' likely refers to a woman in a state of ritual uncleanness. To abuse such a person doubles the transgression, combining sexual violation with deliberate desecration of ritual law.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 22:10

What does Ezekiel 22:10 mean?

Jerusalem is plagued by incest and ritual abuse.

What is the context of Ezekiel 22:10?

Incest and abuse of ritually unclean persons.

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