Ezekiel 28:15 Meaning and Explanation
“Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the day that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The king was flawless until corruption arose within him.
The Context of Ezekiel 28:15
The origin of the king's fall: from perfect obedience to internal corruption.
What Does Ezekiel 28:15 Mean?
From his creation, the king's conduct was without flaw. This state of perfection lasted from his beginning until a turning point: when 'iniquity was found in thee.' The phrase suggests that wrongdoing, deceit, or rebellion emerged and corrupted what was originally pure.
The verse marks a tragic transition: the anointed cherub, once perfect in all his ways, fell into sin. This is not a story of external temptation alone but of internal corruption—iniquity emerging from within his own heart.
Ezekiel 28:15 in the Original Language
avon (עָוֹן), 'iniquity' — wickedness, transgression, or guilt; often refers to deliberate wrongdoing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 28:15
What does Ezekiel 28:15 mean?
The king was flawless until corruption arose within him.
What is the context of Ezekiel 28:15?
The origin of the king's fall: from perfect obedience to internal corruption.