Ezekiel 7:2 Meaning and Explanation
“Also, thou son of man, thus saith the Lord GOD unto the land of Israel; An end, the end is come upon the four corners of the land.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The end of Israel's time of mercy has arrived; judgment will come upon the entire land.
The Context of Ezekiel 7:2
God announces the end of Israel's mercy and the certainty of judgment.
What Does Ezekiel 7:2 Mean?
Ezekiel is directly addressed and commissioned to warn the land of Israel. The repetition of 'end' (emphasis added three times in rapid succession) underscores inevitability. This is not a threat but a proclamation of what is already set in motion.
'The four corners' signifies the whole land comprehensively—nowhere will escape. The judgment is total and inescapable, reflecting the seriousness of Israel's breach of covenant.
Ezekiel 7:2 in the Original Language
soph (סוֹף), 'end' — terminus, completion, the final point.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 7:2
What does Ezekiel 7:2 mean?
The end of Israel's time of mercy has arrived; judgment will come upon the entire land.
What is the context of Ezekiel 7:2?
God announces the end of Israel's mercy and the certainty of judgment.