Ezekiel 33:13 Meaning and Explanation
“When I shall say to the righteous, that he shall surely live; if he trust to his own righteousness, and commit iniquity, all his righteousnesses shall not be remembered; but for his iniquity that he hath committed, he shall die for it.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →A righteous person who becomes complacent and commits sin will be judged for that sin, not protected by past righteousness.
The Context of Ezekiel 33:13
God illustrates judgment against a righteous person who turns to sin.
What Does Ezekiel 33:13 Mean?
Even if God has promised life to a righteous person, if that person then puts confidence in their own righteousness and commits iniquity, God will not recall or count their past good deeds. They will be judged for the iniquity they commit.
The warning is against spiritual complacency. Righteousness is not a permanent status that cannot be lost. A person must remain in right living; the temptation to 'trust to his own righteousness' is the trap.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 33:13
What does Ezekiel 33:13 mean?
A righteous person who becomes complacent and commits sin will be judged for that sin, not protected by past righteousness.
What is the context of Ezekiel 33:13?
God illustrates judgment against a righteous person who turns to sin.