Ezekiel 16:19
Ezekiel 16:19 in Multiple Translations
And you set before them as a pleasing aroma the food I had given you—the fine flour, oil, and honey that I had fed you. That is what happened, declares the Lord GOD.
My meat also which I gave thee, fine flour, and oil, and honey, wherewith I fed thee, thou hast even set it before them for a sweet savour: and thus it was, saith the Lord GOD.
My bread also which I gave thee, fine flour, and oil, and honey, wherewith I fed thee, thou didst even set it before them for a sweet savor; and thus it was, saith the Lord Jehovah.
And my bread which I gave you, the best meal and oil and honey which I gave you for your food, you put it before them for a sweet smell, says the Lord.
You presented the food I had given you as an offering for them to accept —bread made from the best flour, olive oil, and honey that I had provided for you to eat. That's exactly what you did, declares the Lord God.
My meate also, which I gaue thee, as fine floure, oyle, and honie, wherewith I fedde thee, thou hast euen set it before them for a sweete sauour: thus it was, saith the Lord God.
And My bread, that I gave to thee, Fine flour, and oil, and honey, that I caused thee to eat. Thou hast even set it before them, For a sweet fragrance — thus it is, An affirmation of the Lord Jehovah.
My bread also which I gave you, fine flour, oil, and honey, with which I fed you, you even set it before them for a pleasant aroma; and so it was,” says the Lord GOD.
My provisions also which I gave thee, fine flour, and oil, and honey, with which I fed thee, thou hast even set before them for a sweet savor: and thus it was, saith the Lord GOD.
And my bread which I gave thee, the fine flour, and oil, and honey, wherewith I fed thee, thou hast set before them for a sweet odour; and it was done, saith the Lord God.
And the bread that was made from fine flour and the olive oil and honey that I gave to you to eat, you offered to be a fragrant sacrifice to those idols. I, Yahweh the Lord, declare that is what happened.
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 16:19
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- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 16:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 16:19
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 16:19
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- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 16:19
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Context — Jerusalem’s Unfaithfulness
19And you set before them as a pleasing aroma the food I had given you—the fine flour, oil, and honey that I had fed you. That is what happened, declares the Lord GOD.
20You even took the sons and daughters you bore to Me and sacrificed them as food to idols. Was your prostitution not enough? 21You slaughtered My children and delivered them up through the fire to idols.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 16:13 | So you were adorned with gold and silver, and your clothing was made of fine linen, silk, and embroidered cloth. You ate fine flour, honey, and oil. You became very beautiful and rose to be queen. |
| 2 | Hosea 2:8–13 | For she does not acknowledge that it was I who gave her grain, new wine, and oil, who lavished on her silver and gold— which they crafted for Baal. Therefore I will take back My grain in its time and My new wine in its season; I will take away My wool and linen, which were given to cover her nakedness. And then I will expose her lewdness in the sight of her lovers, and no one will deliver her out of My hands. I will put an end to all her exultation: her feasts, New Moons, and Sabbaths— all her appointed feasts. I will destroy her vines and fig trees, which she thinks are the wages paid by her lovers. So I will make them into a thicket, and the beasts of the field will devour them. I will punish her for the days of the Baals when she burned incense to them, when she decked herself with rings and jewelry, and went after her lovers. But Me she forgot,” declares the LORD. |
| 3 | Genesis 8:21 | When the LORD smelled the pleasing aroma, He said in His heart, “Never again will I curse the ground because of man, even though every inclination of his heart is evil from his youth. And never again will I destroy all living creatures as I have done. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 32:14–17 | with curds from the herd and milk from the flock, with the fat of lambs, with rams from Bashan, and goats, with the choicest grains of wheat. From the juice of the finest grapes you drank the wine. But Jeshurun grew fat and kicked— becoming fat, bloated, and gorged. He abandoned the God who made him and scorned the Rock of his salvation. They provoked His jealousy with foreign gods; they enraged Him with abominations. They sacrificed to demons, not to God, to gods they had not known, to newly arrived gods, which your fathers did not fear. |
Ezekiel 16:19 Summary
[In Ezekiel 16:19, God is saying that the Israelites took the good things He gave them, like food and oil, and used them to worship false gods instead of Him. This is like taking a gift from someone and using it to hurt or disobey them. We can learn from this by making sure we use the things God gives us in a way that honors Him, like using our talents to help others or our resources to spread the Gospel (Matthew 25:14-30). By doing so, we can bring a pleasing aroma to God, rather than a stench of disobedience.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lord GOD referring to when He says 'the food I had given you' in Ezekiel 16:19?
The Lord GOD is referring to the fine flour, oil, and honey that He had provided for the Israelites, which they then used to worship idols instead of Him, as seen in Exodus 16:4 and Deuteronomy 8:3.
How does this verse relate to the concept of stewardship in the Bible?
This verse highlights the importance of using the resources God has given us in a way that honors Him, rather than using them for our own selfish desires or to worship idols, as taught in Matthew 25:14-30 and 1 Corinthians 4:2.
What is the significance of the 'pleasing aroma' in this verse?
The 'pleasing aroma' refers to the sweet smell of the food being offered to the idols, which is a stark contrast to the pleasing aroma of sacrifices offered to God in Leviticus 1:9 and 17, highlighting the Israelites' misplaced worship.
How does this verse apply to our lives today?
This verse reminds us that everything we have is a gift from God, and we must use these gifts in a way that honors Him, rather than using them for our own selfish desires or to worship idols, as warned in 1 Corinthians 10:21-22 and Colossians 3:17.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I use the resources God has given me to worship Him, and what are some ways I use them to worship idols or my own desires?
- How can I ensure that my daily life is a pleasing aroma to God, rather than a stench of selfishness and idolatry?
- What are some modern-day idols that I may be unknowingly worshiping, and how can I redirect my worship to the one true God?
- In what ways can I use my resources to bless others and bring glory to God, rather than using them solely for my own benefit?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 16:19
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 16:19
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 16:19
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 16:19
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 16:19
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 16:19
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 16:19
Sermons on Ezekiel 16:19
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Hosea and Gomer - God's Endtime Strategy by Art Katz | Art Katz explores God's endtime strategy for restoring Israel through the metaphor of Hosea and Gomer, illustrating God's deep grief over Israel's unfaithfulness. He emphasizes tha |
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Hosea 2:8 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the importance of recognizing the true source of our blessings, which ultimately come from God. He warns against the tragic misuse of gifts when we fail to a |
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A Sacrifice Like a Perfume by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of sacrificial giving and worshiping God with a fragrant aroma, focusing on the story of the widow's offering in Mark 12. It challenges believ |
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(Genesis #9) God in Covenant by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God wants to communicate His word to us and desires our comfort and service. The preacher highlights the covenant God made with all cre |
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(Second Coming of Christ) 12 a Brand New City for the Bride by Aeron Morgan | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of the end times as described in the Bible. He references passages from 1 Corinthians, Matthew, Peter, and Revelation to emphasiz |
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The Tragedy of Solomons Life by Keith Daniel | This sermon delves into the tragic life of Solomon, highlighting his initial pursuit of God, the blessings he received, and the subsequent downfall due to pursuing self-glory, weal |
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(Worship) Session 3: A True Heart by Joseph Carroll | Joseph Carroll emphasizes the necessity of approaching God with a true heart, highlighting that true worship is not merely a matter of words but a heartfelt commitment to God. He i |







