Ezekiel 22:18 Meaning and Explanation
“Son of man, the house of Israel is to me become dross: all they are brass, and tin, and iron, and lead, in the midst of the furnace; they are even the dross of silver.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Ezekiel 22:18
Israel compared to useless dross metal.
What Does Ezekiel 22:18 Mean?
God compares Israel—'the house of Israel'—to dross, the waste material that burns away when precious metal is refined. The list of base metals (brass, tin, iron, lead) stands in contrast to the pure silver that should result from refinement, indicating that Israel has become utterly corrupted.
The phrase 'even the dross of silver' carries additional weight: Israel was meant to be refined like silver in a furnace, yet it has become the very waste that must be burned away. The corruption is total and comprehensive.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 22:18
What does Ezekiel 22:18 mean?
Israel is like worthless metal dross, not the pure silver it should be.
What is the context of Ezekiel 22:18?
Israel compared to useless dross metal.