1. et factus est sermo Domini ad me dicens
2. fili hominis pone faciem tuam ad montes Israël et prophetabis ad eos
3. et dices montes Israël audite verbum Domini Dei hæc dicit Dominus Deus montibus et collibus rupibus et vallibus ecce ego inducam super vos gladium et disperdam excelsa vestra
4. et demoliar aras vestras et confringentur simulacra vestra et deiciam interfectos vestros ante idola vestra
5. et dabo cadavera filiorum Israël ante faciem simulacrorum vestrorum et dispergam ossa vestra circum aras vestras
6. in omnibus habitationibus vestris urbes desertæ erunt et excelsa demolientur et dissipabuntur et interibunt aræ vestræ et confringentur et cessabunt idola vestra et conterentur delubra vestra et delebuntur opera vestra
7. et cadet interfectus in medio vestri et scietis quoniam ego Dominus
8. et relinquam in vobis eos qui fugerint gladium in gentibus cum dispersero vos in terris
9. et recordabuntur mei liberati vestri in gentibus ad quas captivi ducti sunt quia contrivi cor eorum fornicans et recedens a me et oculos eorum fornicantes post idola sua et displicebunt sibimet super malis quæ fecerunt in universis abominationibus suis
10. et scient quia ego Dominus non frustra locutus sum ut facerem eis malum hoc
11. hæc dicit Dominus Deus percute manu tua et adlide pedem tuum et dic eheu ad omnes abominationes malorum domus Israël qui gladio fame peste ruituri sunt
12. qui longe est peste morietur qui autem prope gladio corruet et qui relictus fuerit et obsessus fame morietur et conpleam indignationem meam in eis
13. et scietis quia ego Dominus cum fuerint interfecti vestri in medio idolorum vestrorum in circuitu ararum vestrarum in omni colle excelso in cunctis summitatibus montium et subtus omne lignum nemorosum et subtus universam quercum frondosam locum ubi accenderunt tura redolentia universis idolis suis
14. et extendam manum meam super eos et faciam terram desolatam et destitutam a deserto Deblatha in omnibus habitationibus eorum et scient quia ego Dominus
Footnotes:
6:1-7 - God declares judgment on the mountains of Israel, symbolizing the destruction of pagan altars. Idolatry will be severely punished, showing that God demands exclusive worship (see also Isaiah 2:18-21 and Revelation 14:11).
6:8-10 - God promises to preserve a remnant who recognize His judgment. Even in the midst of destruction, there will be a small portion of His people who will repent and see God's hand in action against idolatry (see also Isaiah 10:20-22 and Revelation 7:9).
6:11-14 - Israel's punishment will be complete and without mercy for those who persist in idolatry. God declares that his wrath will be poured out on all idolaters, and the land will be desolate (see also Ezekiel 9:4 and Jeremiah 25:9).
6:15-18 - The destruction of Israel's idolatrous cities and mountains will be a symbol of divine judgment. Idolatry, which corrupts true worship, will lead to the ruin of the people and their land (see also 2 Kings 23:13-14 and Isaiah 64:10).
6:19-20 - Idolatry will be punished with great suffering, and the destruction will remind people of the gravity of sin and the need for repentance. The punishment is a warning to future generations (see also Ezekiel 22:2-4 and Revelation 9:20-21).
Verses related to Prophetia Ezechielis, 6:
Ezekiel chapter 6 prophesies against the mountains of Israel. What sins does God specifically condemn? This powerful text denounces widespread idolatry and announces the destruction of high places. The chapter emphasizes God's zeal for His glory and His desire for the people to repent and recognize Him. The promise of a remnant offers a glimmer of hope in the midst of judgment. Consider with us five biblical passages that correlate with the themes of idolatry and repentance addressed in this powerful chapter.
Deuteronomy 12:2: "Completely destroy all the places where the nations you are displacing worship their gods, on the tops of the mountains, on the hills and under every leafy tree." - This verse relates to Ezekiel 6:3-4, where God promises to destroy the high places and idolatrous altars, echoing the instructions given in Deuteronomy.
Leviticus 26:30: "I will destroy your sacrificial altars, tear down your incense altars, and pile your corpses on your lifeless idols, and I will loathe you." - This passage predicts the destruction of high places and idols, a central theme in Ezekiel 6, showing the continuity of the prophetic message.
Jeremiah 2:20: "Long ago you broke your yoke and broke your chains, saying, 'I will not serve!' Indeed, on every high place and under every leafy tree you lay down like a prostitute." - Jeremiah uses language similar to that of Ezekiel 6 to describe Israel's unfaithfulness, particularly their worship in high places.
Hosea 10:8: "The idolatrous altars of Aven, the sin of Israel, will be destroyed. Thorns and weeds will grow and cover your altars. Then they will say to the mountains, 'Cover us!' and to the hills: 'Fall on us!'" - This prophecy from Hosea about the destruction of idolatrous altars aligns with the predictions of Ezekiel 6.
Micah 1:7: "All your graven images will be torn to pieces, all your temple earnings will be burned, and I will destroy all your idols. Since her earnings were gathered through prostitution, as a prostitute's wages they will be used again." - Micah prophesies the destruction of idols, a theme that Ezekiel 6 develops in detail.
FAQ:
What does God announce about altars in Ezekiel 6?
God announces the destruction of the idolatrous altars in Israel, saying that the cities will be desolate and the altars destroyed as part of the judgment against idolatry. (Ezekiel 6:3-6)
Why does God punish the people of Israel in Ezekiel 6?
God punishes Israel for its idolatry and rebellion against Him. The people have turned away from God, worshiping idols instead of following His laws. (Ezekiel 6:9)
What will the survivors in Ezekiel 6 learn from the destruction?
The survivors will recognize that the Lord is God, understanding that the punishment was a consequence of disobedience and idolatry. (Ezekiel 6:7-10)
How does God describe sacrifices in Ezekiel 6?
God denounces the sacrifices made on idolatrous altars, saying they are abominable and displeasing to Him. He will destroy them as part of His judgment. (Ezekiel 6:13-14)
What will happen to Israel's idols?
Israel's idols will be broken and destroyed, leaving no trace of their idolatry, and they will not be able to save their people from God's wrath. (Ezekiel 6:4-5)
