Ezekiel 25:13 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; I will also stretch out mine hand upon Edom, and will cut off man and beast from it; and I will make it desolate from Teman; and they of Dedan shall fall by the sword.”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
Read Full Chapter →God will bring death and desolation to Edom, destroying both people and livestock.
The Context of Ezekiel 25:13
Edom faces complete desolation as punishment for blood vengeance against Judah.
What Does Ezekiel 25:13 Mean?
God will stretch His hand against Edom with devastating effect. The judgment affects all living creatures—man and beast alike—making Edom utterly desolate. The mention of Teman (a major Edomite region) and Dedan (another important city) shows that the desolation will be comprehensive, touching Edom's most prominent areas and peoples.
'They of Dedan shall fall by the sword' indicates violent conquest and warfare. The completeness of the judgment—emptying the land of both human and animal life—demonstrates the intensity of God's response to Edom's blood vengeance. The scales of judgment weigh Edom's active malice and find it worthy of proportional destruction.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 25:13
What does Ezekiel 25:13 mean?
God will bring death and desolation to Edom, destroying both people and livestock.
What is the context of Ezekiel 25:13?
Edom faces complete desolation as punishment for blood vengeance against Judah.