Ezekiel 23:10
Ezekiel 23:10 in Multiple Translations
They exposed her nakedness, seized her sons and daughters, and put her to the sword. Thus she became a byword among women, and they executed judgment against her.
These discovered her nakedness: they took her sons and her daughters, and slew her with the sword: and she became famous among women; for they had executed judgment upon her.
These uncovered her nakedness; they took her sons and her daughters; and her they slew with the sword: and she became a byword among women; for they executed judgments upon her.
By these her shame was uncovered: they took her sons and daughters and put her to death with the sword: and she became a cause of wonder to women; for they gave her the punishment which was right.
They stripped her naked, took away her sons and daughters, and killed her with the sword. She became infamous among women, and they punished her.
These discouered her shame: they tooke away her sonnes and her daughters, and slewe her with the sworde, and she had an euill name among women: for they had executed iudgement vpon her.
They have uncovered her nakedness, Her sons and her daughters they have taken, And her by sword they have slain, And she is a name for women, And judgments they have done with her.
These uncovered her nakedness. They took her sons and her daughters, and they killed her with the sword. She became a byword among women; for they executed judgments on her.
These uncovered her nakedness: they took her sons and her daughters, and slew her with the sword: and she became famous among women; for they had executed judgment upon her.
They discovered her disgrace, took away her sons and daughters, and slew her with the sword: and they became infamous women, and they executed judgments in her.
They stripped all her clothes off her. They took away her sons and daughters. And then they killed her with a sword. Other women started talking about what had happened to her, about how she had been punished.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 23:10
Study Notes — Ezekiel 23:10
- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 23:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 23:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 23:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:10
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 23:10
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 23:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:10
- Sermons on Ezekiel 23:10
Context — The Two Adulterous Sisters
10They exposed her nakedness, seized her sons and daughters, and put her to the sword. Thus she became a byword among women, and they executed judgment against her.
11Her sister Oholibah saw this, yet in her lust and prostitution she was more depraved than her sister. 12She too lusted after the Assyrians—governors and commanders, warriors dressed in splendor, horsemen riding on steeds, all desirable young men.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 23:29 | They will treat you with hatred, take all for which you have worked, and leave you naked and bare, so that the shame of your prostitution will be exposed. Your indecency and promiscuity |
| 2 | Hosea 2:10 | And then I will expose her lewdness in the sight of her lovers, and no one will deliver her out of My hands. |
| 3 | Jeremiah 22:8–9 | And many nations will pass by this city and ask one another, ‘Why has the LORD done such a thing to this great city?’ Then people will reply, ‘Because they have forsaken the covenant of the LORD their God and have worshiped and served other gods.’” |
| 4 | Hosea 2:3 | Otherwise, I will strip her naked and expose her like the day of her birth. I will make her like a desert and turn her into a parched land, and I will let her die of thirst. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 23:48 | So I will put an end to indecency in the land, and all the women will be admonished not to imitate your behavior. |
| 6 | Ezekiel 16:37–41 | therefore I will surely gather all the lovers with whom you found pleasure, all those you loved and all those you hated. I will gather them against you from all around and expose you before them, and they will see you completely naked. And I will sentence you to the punishment of women who commit adultery and those who shed blood; so I will bring upon you the wrath of your bloodshed and jealousy. Then I will deliver you into the hands of your lovers, and they will level your mounds and tear down your lofty shrines. They will strip off your clothes, take your fine jewelry, and leave you naked and bare. They will bring a mob against you, who will stone you and cut you to pieces with their swords. Then they will burn down your houses and execute judgment against you in the sight of many women. I will put an end to your prostitution, and you will never again pay your lovers. |
Ezekiel 23:10 Summary
[This verse is talking about a woman who did not stop sinning, even when she knew it was wrong. As a result, she faced serious consequences, including shame, loss, and judgment. This is a reminder that our choices have consequences, and that God wants us to turn away from sin and towards Him (Proverbs 28:13). By acknowledging our sin and seeking forgiveness, we can avoid the kind of judgment and shame seen in this verse.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for her nakedness to be exposed?
In Ezekiel 23:10, the exposure of her nakedness is a metaphor for the shame and humiliation that comes from sin, as seen in Revelation 3:18 where Jesus warns the church to buy white garments to cover their shame. This exposure is a result of her continued prostitution and idolatry.
Why did God allow her sons and daughters to be seized?
The seizure of her sons and daughters represents the consequences of her actions, as stated in Exodus 34:7, where God says He will visit the iniquity of the fathers upon the children to the third and fourth generation. This is a solemn reminder of the seriousness of sin and its impact on future generations.
What does it mean to become a byword among women?
To become a byword, as seen in Ezekiel 23:10, means to become an example or a warning to others, similar to how the prophets used the example of Sodom and Gomorrah in Ezekiel 16:46-50 to warn of the dangers of sin. This serves as a warning to others to turn away from sin and towards God.
How does this verse relate to God's judgment?
Ezekiel 23:10 shows that God's judgment is not just a future event, but can also be seen in the consequences of our actions in this life, as seen in Galatians 6:7-8, where it says we will reap what we sow. This verse emphasizes the importance of living a life that honors God to avoid His judgment.
Reflection Questions
- How can I apply the lesson of this verse to my own life, recognizing the potential consequences of my actions?
- What are some ways I can avoid the shame and humiliation that comes from sin, and instead walk in the light of God's presence?
- In what ways can I use my experiences, whether positive or negative, to serve as a warning or example to others, just like the woman in this verse?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty and justice, even when I don't understand the circumstances of my life or the lives of those around me?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 23:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 23:10
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:10
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:10
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:10
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 23:10
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 23:10
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:10
Sermons on Ezekiel 23:10
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Christ and His Harlot Church by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the book of Hosea and the theme of Christ and His Harlot Church. He calls out to backsliders and those who have grown cold towards the Lord, |

