Ezekiel 32:14 Meaning and Explanation
“Then will I make their waters deep, and cause their rivers to run like oil, saith the Lord GOD.”
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Read Full Chapter →After the destruction, Egypt's waters will become still and clear, running as smoothly as oil.
The Context of Ezekiel 32:14
The waters will be restored to their natural state, flowing undisturbed in a now-empty land.
What Does Ezekiel 32:14 Mean?
The image shifts from violence to stillness. 'Deep waters' and rivers flowing like oil suggest calm, undisturbed, and even peaceful flow. The contrast is striking: where there was chaos and fouling, there will be clarity and order, but only in a desolate landscape.
Running like oil conveys both smoothness and heaviness, perhaps also suggesting death—the rivers will flow, but nothing will disturb them because nothing living remains to do so. It is peace without life, restoration without restoration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 32:14
What does Ezekiel 32:14 mean?
After the destruction, Egypt's waters will become still and clear, running as smoothly as oil.
What is the context of Ezekiel 32:14?
The waters will be restored to their natural state, flowing undisturbed in a now-empty land.