Ezekiel 7:18

Key Reflection

In the first century BCE, when this prophecy was spoken, the people of Israel were familiar with physical signs of weakness and collapse, often used metaphorically in literature and daily life to describe dire situations. The hands becoming feeble and knees turning to water would have vividly depicted a time of extreme terror and despair, likely referring to impending judgment or conquest by foreign powers, such as the Babylonians, which was a real threat during Ezekiel's lifetime and a significant fear for his audience.