Ezekiel 7:23 Meaning and Explanation
“Make a chain: for the land is full of bloody crimes, and the city is full of violence.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Prepare captive bonds; the land is saturated with murder and the city overflows with violence.
The Context of Ezekiel 7:23
God justifies coming captivity by citing Israel's pervasive violence and crime.
What Does Ezekiel 7:23 Mean?
The command to 'make a chain' is directed at someone—possibly the enemy, possibly the executioners of judgment. Chains bind captives. This prepares the reader for what follows: judgment that includes captivity and exile.
The reason is stated plainly: the land is 'full' of bloody crimes and the city is 'full' of violence. This is not scattered wickedness but pervasive, systemic corruption. Every level of society is implicated. Violence has become the air Israel breathes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 7:23
What does Ezekiel 7:23 mean?
Prepare captive bonds; the land is saturated with murder and the city overflows with violence.
What is the context of Ezekiel 7:23?
God justifies coming captivity by citing Israel's pervasive violence and crime.