Ezekiel 24:25 Meaning and Explanation
“Also, thou son of man, shall it not be in the day when I take from them their strength, the joy of their glory, the desire of their eyes, and that whereupon they set their minds, their sons and their daughters,”
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Read Full Chapter →In the day when God removes Israel's strength, pride, and all that they love—including their children—the judgment will be complete.
The Context of Ezekiel 24:25
The completeness of judgment: all sources of strength and comfort are removed
What Does Ezekiel 24:25 Mean?
The day of judgment is further elaborated. God will take their strength (military and national power), their joy of glory (pride and confidence), their desire of eyes (home and beloved places), and what their minds are set upon (their goals and futures). The comprehensive nature of this loss—touching power, emotion, place, and aspiration—shows nothing is spared.
Their sons and their daughters are mentioned again. Family, the most intimate source of joy and continuity, will be taken. This loss will be total: no refuge remains. When the siege comes, when exile follows, there will be nothing left to comfort, protect, or sustain them but the knowledge that this was God's word made manifest.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 24:25
What does Ezekiel 24:25 mean?
In the day when God removes Israel's strength, pride, and all that they love—including their children—the judgment will be complete.
What is the context of Ezekiel 24:25?
The completeness of judgment: all sources of strength and comfort are removed