Ezekiel 30:3

Ezekiel 30:3 Meaning and Explanation

For the day is near, even the day of the LORD is near, a cloudy day; it shall be the time of the heathen.

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God's judgment day for Egypt is near, a dark time affecting all the nations.

The Context of Ezekiel 30:3

The timing and scope of God's judgment on Egypt.

What Does Ezekiel 30:3 Mean?

'The day of the LORD' appears throughout the prophets as a time of God's intervention and judgment. Here it is described as 'cloudy' and 'dark,' emphasizing obscurity, danger, and divine wrath. This is not a day of blessing for Egypt but of severe reckoning.

'The time of the heathen' or nations suggests that Egypt's judgment is part of God's broader dealings with pagan peoples. God's sovereignty extends beyond Israel to all nations, who stand accountable to Him.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 30:3

What does Ezekiel 30:3 mean?

God's judgment day for Egypt is near, a dark time affecting all the nations.

What is the context of Ezekiel 30:3?

The timing and scope of God's judgment on Egypt.

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