Ezekiel 18:12
Ezekiel 18:12 in Multiple Translations
He oppresses the poor and needy; he commits robbery and does not restore a pledge. He lifts his eyes to idols; he commits abominations.
Hath oppressed the poor and needy, hath spoiled by violence, hath not restored the pledge, and hath lifted up his eyes to the idols, hath committed abomination,
hath wronged the poor and needy, hath taken by robbery, hath not restored the pledge, and hath lifted up his eyes to the idols, hath committed abomination,
Has done wrong to the poor and to him who is in need, and taken property by force, and has not given back to one in his debt what is his, and has given worship to images and has done disgusting things,
He exploits the poor and those in need. He robs others, and he doesn't give back what a debtor has given him as security. He worships idols. He commits disgusting sins.
Or hath oppressed the poore and needy, or hath spoyled by violence, or hath not restored the pledge, or hath lift vp his eyes vnto the idoles, or hath committed abomination,
The afflicted and needy he hath oppressed, Plunder he hath taken violently away, A pledge he doth not return, And unto the idols he hath lifted up his eyes, Abomination he hath done!
has wronged the poor and needy, has taken by robbery, has not restored the pledge, and has lifted up his eyes to the idols, has committed abomination,
Hath oppressed the poor and needy, hath stripped by violence, hath not restored the pledge, and hath lifted up his eyes to the idols, hath committed abomination.
That grieveth the needy and the poor, that taketh away by violence, that restoreth not the pledge, and that lifteth up his eyes to idols, that committeth abomination:
He mistreats/oppresses poor and needy people. He robs people. If someone gives him his cloak to guaranteethat he will pay the money back, he never gives the cloak back to himbefore the sun goes down. He seeks help from idols. He does other detestable things.
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Context — The Soul Who Sins Will Die
12He oppresses the poor and needy; he commits robbery and does not restore a pledge. He lifts his eyes to idols; he commits abominations.
13He engages in usury and takes excess interest. Will this son live? He will not! Since he has committed all these abominations, he will surely die; his blood will be on his own head. 14Now suppose this son has a son who sees all the sins his father has committed, considers them, and does not do likewise:Cross References
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| 1 | Ezekiel 8:17 | “Son of man,” He said to me, “do you see this? Is it not enough for the house of Judah to commit the abominations they are practicing here, that they must also fill the land with violence and continually provoke Me to anger? Look, they are even putting the branch to their nose! |
| 2 | Ezekiel 8:6 | “Son of man,” He said to me, “do you see what they are doing—the great abominations that the house of Israel is committing—to drive Me far from My sanctuary? Yet you will see even greater abominations.” |
| 3 | 2 Kings 21:11 | “Since Manasseh king of Judah has committed all these abominations, acting more wickedly than the Amorites who preceded him, and with his idols has caused Judah to sin, |
| 4 | Amos 4:1 | Hear this word, you cows of Bashan on Mount Samaria, you women who oppress the poor and crush the needy, who say to your husbands, “Bring us more to drink.” |
| 5 | Zechariah 7:10 | Do not oppress the widow or the fatherless, the foreigner or the poor. And do not plot evil in your hearts against one another.’ |
| 6 | Ezekiel 18:16 | He does not oppress another, or retain a pledge, or commit robbery. He gives his bread to the hungry and covers the naked with clothing. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 18:6–7 | He does not eat at the mountain or look to the idols of the house of Israel. He does not defile his neighbor’s wife or approach a woman during her period. He does not oppress another, but restores the pledge to the debtor. He does not commit robbery, but gives his bread to the hungry and covers the naked with clothing. |
| 8 | James 2:6 | But you have dishonored the poor. Is it not the rich who oppress you and drag you into court? |
| 9 | Leviticus 18:26–30 | But you are to keep My statutes and ordinances, and you must not commit any of these abominations—neither your native-born nor the foreigner who lives among you. For the men who were in the land before you committed all these abominations, and the land has become defiled. So if you defile the land, it will vomit you out as it spewed out the nations before you. Therefore anyone who commits any of these abominations must be cut off from among his people. You must keep My charge not to practice any of the abominable customs that were practiced before you, so that you do not defile yourselves by them. I am the LORD your God.” |
| 10 | 2 Kings 23:13 | The king also desecrated the high places east of Jerusalem, to the south of the Mount of Corruption, which King Solomon of Israel had built for Ashtoreth the abomination of the Sidonians, for Chemosh the abomination of the Moabites, and for Milcom the abomination of the Ammonites. |
Ezekiel 18:12 Summary
[This verse describes a person who does many wrong things, including treating the poor and needy unfairly, worshiping idols, and committing sinful actions. This kind of behavior is not pleasing to God and can have serious consequences, as seen in verses like Psalm 51:4 and Proverbs 21:2. We should strive to treat others with kindness and respect, and to worship only the one true God, as described in Exodus 20:3 and Deuteronomy 6:13. By doing so, we can demonstrate our love and commitment to God, and live a life that is pleasing to Him.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of actions are considered oppressive to the poor and needy in Ezekiel 18:12?
In this verse, oppressing the poor and needy refers to taking advantage of those who are vulnerable, similar to what is described in Exodus 22:22 and Deuteronomy 24:17, where the Israelites are warned against mistreating widows, orphans, and foreigners.
What does it mean to 'lift his eyes to idols' in this verse?
Lifting one's eyes to idols means to look to or worship false gods, which is a form of spiritual adultery, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:23 and Jeremiah 7:9, where the people are warned against worshiping idols and committing other sins.
How does this verse relate to the concept of personal responsibility in the Bible?
This verse emphasizes personal responsibility, as seen in Deuteronomy 24:16, where it is written that each person will die for their own sin, and not for the sins of their parents, highlighting the importance of individual accountability before God.
What are some examples of 'abominations' that the son commits in this verse?
While the verse does not provide specific examples of abominations, other verses like Leviticus 18:22 and 20:13 describe various actions that are considered abominations, such as sexual immorality and idolatry, which are likely included in the son's actions described in Ezekiel 18:12.
Reflection Questions
- How do I treat those who are less fortunate than me, and am I guilty of oppressing them in any way?
- In what ways might I be 'lifting my eyes to idols' in my own life, and how can I turn my focus back to the one true God?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be committing 'abominations' or sinful actions, and how can I repent and turn to God for forgiveness?
- How can I demonstrate my love and commitment to God by treating others with kindness, respect, and compassion, as seen in Matthew 25:31-46?
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Sermons on Ezekiel 18:12
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The Glory of God and the Image of Jealousy by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher warns the congregation about the dangers of turning away from God and indulging in sinful behavior. He emphasizes that those who take pleasure in wicke |
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The Crime of Unbelief by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses a vision that the prophet Ezekiel had, where he witnessed a horrible crime being committed behind closed doors in God's house. The preacher e |
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(The Lord - Merciful and Gracious) 2. Man- Poor and Needy by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the plight of being poor and needy in this world. He explains that those who are in such a condition have a special appeal to the merciful a |
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Prepare to Meet Your God by Brian Long | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of genuine worship from the heart. He criticizes those who engage in religious activities without true devotion to God. The p |
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The Warfare of Suffering Brothers by Russell Moore | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of visiting an orphanage and adopting two boys. He describes the terrible conditions of the orphanage and the fear and horr |





