Ezekiel 22:11 Meaning and Explanation
“And one hath committed abomination with his neighbour's wife; and another hath lewdly defiled his daughter in law; and another in thee hath humbled his sister, his father's daughter.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Widespread sexual sin pervades Jerusalem—adultery, incest, and violation.
The Context of Ezekiel 22:11
Various sexual transgressions are common in Jerusalem.
What Does Ezekiel 22:11 Mean?
The verse catalogs multiple forms of sexual transgression: adultery with a neighbor's wife, incest with a daughter-in-law, and violation of a sister. Each is forbidden in the covenant law and each destroys family bonds and social trust.
The repetition of 'another' and 'another' stresses that these are not isolated offenses but widespread practices throughout Jerusalem. What should be sacred relationships—marriage, family, kinship—have been corrupted by unchecked lust and disregard for law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 22:11
What does Ezekiel 22:11 mean?
Widespread sexual sin pervades Jerusalem—adultery, incest, and violation.
What is the context of Ezekiel 22:11?
Various sexual transgressions are common in Jerusalem.