Ezekiel 22:13 Meaning and Explanation
“Behold, therefore I have smitten mine hand at thy dishonest gain which thou hast made, and at thy blood which hath been in the midst of thee.”
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Read Full Chapter →God declares His judgment against Jerusalem's greed and bloodshed.
The Context of Ezekiel 22:13
God's hand of judgment comes against Jerusalem's crimes.
What Does Ezekiel 22:13 Mean?
God 'smites His hand' in a gesture of divine judgment and anger. He has witnessed Jerusalem's unjust wealth accumulated through extortion and its blood spilled through violence. The language conveys both certainty and intensity of God's response.
This response is not arbitrary punishment but the righteous reply to concrete transgressions. The phrase 'thy blood which hath been in the midst of thee' emphasizes that violence has saturated the city's entire structure and culture.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 22:13
What does Ezekiel 22:13 mean?
God declares His judgment against Jerusalem's greed and bloodshed.
What is the context of Ezekiel 22:13?
God's hand of judgment comes against Jerusalem's crimes.