Ezekiel 16:10

"“‘“Then I washed you with water. Yes, I thoroughly washed away your blood from you, and I anointed you with oil."

Key Reflection

In Ezekiel 16:10, God's washing of Israel with water signifies the cleansing of their sins through judgment and purification. The thorough washing away of "blood" likely refers to the removal of their past iniquities, while anointing them with oil symbolizes the bestowal of His Spirit for guidance and empowerment, preparing them for a new covenant relationship.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Badgers’ skin -Probably the skin of the dolphin or dugong (Exodus 25:5note). Silk -For a robe, a turban, or (as gauze) for a transparent veil; the derivation of the word in the original is much disputed.

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