Ezekiel 33:19
Ezekiel 33:19 Meaning and Explanation
“But if the wicked turn from his wickedness, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall live thereby.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →A wicked person who turns to righteousness and lawful living will live.
The Context of Ezekiel 33:19
God repeats the principle that the wicked who turn to righteousness will live.
What Does Ezekiel 33:19 Mean?
This is the counterbalance: if the wicked genuinely turn from wickedness and do what is lawful and right, life is the outcome. Just as the righteous can die by turning to iniquity, the wicked can live by turning to righteousness.
The principle is symmetric and hopeful. No one is locked into their past. Present choice determines present standing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 33:19
What does Ezekiel 33:19 mean?
A wicked person who turns to righteousness and lawful living will live.
What is the context of Ezekiel 33:19?
God repeats the principle that the wicked who turn to righteousness will live.