Ezekiel 34:21 Meaning and Explanation
“Because ye have thrust with side and with shoulder, and pushed all the diseased with your horns, till ye have scattered them abroad;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The strong have violently scattered the weak through physical aggression.
The Context of Ezekiel 34:21
The powerful have violently persecuted and scattered the weak.
What Does Ezekiel 34:21 Mean?
The brutality of the powerful is vividly rendered: thrusting with body, pushing with horns (animal imagery suggesting loss of human dignity in their behavior), scattering the diseased and vulnerable. This is not gentle exploitation but violent, repeated abuse that has fragmented the community. The strong use their physical strength as weapon against the helpless.
The accumulation of violent verbs—'thrust,' 'pushed,' 'scattered'—emphasizes the relentless, aggressive nature of the oppression. This is cruelty, not oversight.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 34:21
What does Ezekiel 34:21 mean?
The strong have violently scattered the weak through physical aggression.
What is the context of Ezekiel 34:21?
The powerful have violently persecuted and scattered the weak.