Ezekiel 24:7
Ezekiel 24:7 in Multiple Translations
For the blood she shed is still within her; she poured it out on the bare rock; she did not pour it on the ground to cover it with dust.
For her blood is in the midst of her; she set it upon the top of a rock; she poured it not upon the ground, to cover it with dust;
For her blood is in the midst of her; she set it upon the bare rock; she poured it not upon the ground, to cover it with dust.
For her blood is in her; she has put it on the open rock not draining it on to the earth so that it might be covered with dust;
For the blood she shed is still inside the city. She shed it openly on bare rock—she didn't even spill it on the ground and cover it up with dirt.
For her blood is in the middes of her: shee set it vpon an high rocke, and powred it not vpon on the ground to couer it with dust,
For her blood in her midst hath been, On a clear place of a rock she hath set it, She hath not poured it on the earth, To cover it over with dust.
“‘“For the blood she shed is in the middle of her. She set it on the bare rock. She didn’t pour it on the ground, to cover it with dust.
For her blood is in the midst of her; she set it upon the top of a rock; she poured it not upon the ground, to cover it with dust;
For her blood is in the midst of her, she hath shed it upon the smooth rock: she hath not shed it upon the ground, that it might be covered with dust.
The blood of the people who were murdered in Jerusalem is still there; they were murdered on the bare rocks, not on the soil, where their blood could be covered.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 24:7
Study Notes — Ezekiel 24:7
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- Ezekiel 24:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 24:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 24:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:7
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 24:7
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 24:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:7
- Sermons on Ezekiel 24:7
Context — The Parable of the Cooking Pot
7For the blood she shed is still within her; she poured it out on the bare rock; she did not pour it on the ground to cover it with dust.
8In order to stir up wrath and take vengeance, I have placed her blood on the bare rock, so that it would not be covered.’ 9Yes, this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Woe to the city of bloodshed! I, too, will pile the kindling high.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 17:13 | And if any Israelite or foreigner living among them hunts down a wild animal or bird that may be eaten, he must drain its blood and cover it with dirt. |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 12:16 | but you must not eat the blood; pour it on the ground like water. |
| 3 | Job 16:18 | O earth, do not cover my blood; may my cry for help never be laid to rest. |
| 4 | 1 Kings 21:19 | Tell him that this is what the LORD says: ‘Have you not murdered a man and seized his land?’ Then tell him that this is also what the LORD says: ‘In the place where the dogs licked up the blood of Naboth, there also the dogs will lick up your blood—yes, yours!’ ” |
| 5 | Isaiah 3:9 | The expression on their faces testifies against them, and like Sodom they flaunt their sin; they do not conceal it. Woe to them, for they have brought disaster upon themselves. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 6:15 | Are they ashamed of the abomination they have committed? No, they have no shame at all; they do not even know how to blush. So they will fall among the fallen; when I punish them, they will collapse,” says the LORD. |
| 7 | Isaiah 26:21 | For behold, the LORD is coming out of His dwelling to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity. The earth will reveal her bloodshed and will no longer conceal her slain. |
| 8 | Jeremiah 2:34 | Moreover, your skirts are stained with the blood of the innocent poor, though you did not find them breaking in. But in spite of all these things |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 12:24 | You must not eat the blood; pour it on the ground like water. |
Ezekiel 24:7 Summary
This verse in Ezekiel 24:7 talks about a city that has committed terrible sins, including shedding innocent blood, and how this sin remains unatoned for, much like the concept in Numbers 35:33. The city's actions are compared to pouring blood on bare rock, leaving it exposed and unhidden, which signifies a blatant disregard for life and a lack of repentance. This serves as a warning that our sins will be exposed and judged by God if we do not seek forgiveness and atonement, as seen in verses like Isaiah 1:15 and Ezekiel 24:8. We can learn from this verse to be mindful of our own sins and to seek God's forgiveness, just as we are called to in 1 John 1:9.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the blood 'she shed is still within her' in Ezekiel 24:7?
This phrase suggests that the city's guilt and sin of shedding innocent blood have not been atoned for or covered, much like the concept of unatoned sin in Numbers 35:33. The blood remains as a witness to her guilt.
Why did the city pour the blood 'on the bare rock' instead of covering it with dust?
Poured blood on bare rock signifies a deliberate and blatant disregard for the value of life, leaving the blood exposed and unatoned, in contrast to the usual practice of covering blood with dust to atone for sin, as seen in Leviticus 17:13.
How does this verse relate to God's judgment on the city?
The verse indicates that the city's failure to atone for her sin will lead to God's judgment, as He will not allow the sin to be covered or hidden, similar to the judgment pronounced in Ezekiel 24:6 and further explained in Ezekiel 24:8.
What is the significance of the image of blood on the bare rock in this context?
The image of blood on the bare rock serves as a visual reminder of the city's sin and guilt, emphasizing the need for atonement and repentance, much like the imagery used in Isaiah 1:15 to convey the seriousness of unrepented sin.
Reflection Questions
- How do I respond to the conviction of my own sin, and do I try to cover it or bring it before God for atonement?
- In what ways can I be more mindful of the value and sanctity of life, as emphasized in this verse?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be 'pouring out blood on the bare rock,' ignoring the consequences of my actions or the sin in my life?
- How can I apply the principle of atoning for sin, as implied in this verse, to my personal relationship with God and others?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 24:7
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 24:7
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:7
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:7
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:7
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:7
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 24:7
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 24:7
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:7
Sermons on Ezekiel 24:7
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Homily 12 on the Acts of the Apostles by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the story of Ananias and Sapphira, highlighting the severity of their sin of sacrilege and deception, leading to their tragic deaths as a result of thei |
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The Dog by Harriet N. Cook | Harriet N. Cook delivers a sermon reflecting on the biblical references to dogs, illustrating their behavior and consequences tied to wickedness. Through the story of Jezebel and A |
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Whores' Foreheads by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks addresses the alarming lack of shame among sinners, comparing them to those with 'whores' foreheads' who cannot blush for their sins. He emphasizes that many today no |
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Fearfulness in the Presence of the Lord by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of faith and trust in God's plan. He uses the story of Gideon from the book of Judges to illustrate this point. Gideon was called |
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We've Forgotten How to Blush by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the state of God's people in Israel during a time of rebellion and turning away from the truth. He references Jeremiah 5:1-3, where God chall |
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The Good Way by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the pastor emphasizes the importance of returning to our first love for God. He encourages the congregation to turn off distractions like television and prioritize |
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The Generation Gap - Part 1 by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of passing on a godly vision to future generations. He laments the loss of vision in families, leading to divorce and remarria |






