Ezekiel 18:2

"The LORD’s word came to me again, saying,"

Key Reflection

This phrase indicates that God has given Ezekiel another significant prophetic message, emphasizing the continuing relevance and importance of the divine communication in the context of moral and spiritual guidance for the people of Israel. The repetition underscores the persistent nature of God's words, highlighting their ongoing impact and necessity in addressing the nation's condition.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Concerning the land of Israel -Rather, “in the land of Israel,” i. e., upon Israel’s soil, the last place where such a paganish saying should be expected. The saying was general among the people both in Palestine and in exile; and expressed the excuse wherewith they ascribed their miserable condition to anyone’s fault but their own - to a blind fate such as the pagan recognized, instead of the discriminating judgment of an All-holy God.

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