Ezekiel 28:18 Meaning and Explanation
“Thou hast defiled thy sanctuaries by the multitude of thine iniquities, by the iniquity of thy traffick; therefore will I bring forth a fire from the midst of thee, it shall devour thee, and I will bring thee to ashes upon the earth in the sight of all them that behold thee.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The king's iniquities and corrupt trade have defiled his sanctuaries; God will consume him with fire.
The Context of Ezekiel 28:18
The complete destruction of the king through fire, witnessed by all nations.
What Does Ezekiel 28:18 Mean?
The king held sanctuaries—sacred spaces entrusted to his care—yet he defiled them through his many iniquities and unjust commerce. His wickedness polluted the very places meant to be holy, transforming sanctuaries into scenes of corruption.
God's response is fire from the midst of him—consuming judgment. The king will be reduced to ashes, a complete and utter destruction witnessed by all. The contrast is stark: from clothed in precious gems to reduced to ash, from exalted on the holy mountain to consumed in public shame.
Ezekiel 28:18 in the Original Language
mikdash (מִקְדָּשׁ), 'sanctuaries' or 'holy places' — places set apart for worship and God's presence.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 28:18
What does Ezekiel 28:18 mean?
The king's iniquities and corrupt trade have defiled his sanctuaries; God will consume him with fire.
What is the context of Ezekiel 28:18?
The complete destruction of the king through fire, witnessed by all nations.