Ezekiel 11:12
Ezekiel 11:12 in Multiple Translations
Then you will know that I am the LORD. For you have neither followed My statutes nor practiced My ordinances, but you have conformed to the ordinances of the nations around you.”
And ye shall know that I am the LORD: for ye have not walked in my statutes, neither executed my judgments, but have done after the manners of the heathen that are round about you.
and ye shall know that I am Jehovah: for ye have not walked in my statutes, neither have ye executed mine ordinances, but have done after the ordinances of the nations that are round about you.
And you will be certain that I am the Lord: for you have not been guided by my rules or given effect to my orders, but you have been living by the orders of the nations round about you.
Then you will know that I am the Lord. For you didn't follow my rules and you didn't keep my laws. Instead you kept the laws of the nations around you.”
And ye shall knowe that I am the Lord: for ye haue not walked in my statutes, neither executed my iudgements, but haue done after the maners of the heathen, that are round about you.
And ye have known that I [am] Jehovah, For in My statutes ye have not walked, And My Judgments ye have not done, And according to the judgments of the nations Who are round about you — ye have done!'
You will know that I am the LORD, for you have not walked in my statutes. You have not executed my ordinances, but have done after the ordinances of the nations that are around you.”’”
And ye shall know that I am the LORD: for ye have not walked in my statutes, neither executed my judgments, but have done after the manners of the heathen that are around you.
And you shall know that I am the Lord: because you have not walked in my commandments, and have not done my judgments, but you have done according to the judgments of the nations that; are round about you.
And you will know that I, Yahweh, have predicted that would happen, because you have not obeyed my commands and decrees; instead, you have imitated thewicked behavior of the people of the nearby nations.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 11:12
Study Notes — Ezekiel 11:12
- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 11:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 11:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 11:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:12
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 11:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:12
- Sermons on Ezekiel 11:12
Context — Evil in High Places
12Then you will know that I am the LORD. For you have neither followed My statutes nor practiced My ordinances, but you have conformed to the ordinances of the nations around you.”
13Now as I was prophesying, Pelatiah son of Benaiah died. Then I fell facedown and cried out in a loud voice, “Oh, Lord GOD, will You bring the remnant of Israel to a complete end?” 14Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 8:10 | So I went in and looked, and engraved all around the wall was every kind of crawling creature and detestable beast, along with all the idols of the house of Israel. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 8:16 | So He brought me to the inner court of the house of the LORD, and there at the entrance to the temple of the LORD, between the portico and the altar, were about twenty-five men with their backs to the temple of the LORD and their faces toward the east; and they were bowing to the east in worship of the sun. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 8:14 | Then He brought me to the entrance of the north gate of the house of the LORD, and I saw women sitting there, weeping for Tammuz. |
| 4 | Psalms 106:35–39 | but they mingled with the nations and adopted their customs. They worshiped their idols, which became a snare to them. They sacrificed their sons and their daughters to demons. They shed innocent blood— the blood of their sons and daughters, whom they sacrificed to the idols of Canaan, and the land was polluted with blood. They defiled themselves by their actions and prostituted themselves by their deeds. |
| 5 | 2 Kings 21:2 | And he did evil in the sight of the LORD by following the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites. |
| 6 | 2 Kings 16:10–11 | Then King Ahaz went to Damascus to meet Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria. On seeing the altar in Damascus, King Ahaz sent Uriah the priest a model of the altar and complete plans for its construction. And Uriah the priest built the altar according to all the instructions King Ahaz had sent from Damascus, and he completed it by the time King Ahaz had returned. |
| 7 | 2 Kings 21:22 | He abandoned the LORD, the God of his fathers, and did not walk in the way of the LORD. |
| 8 | 2 Kings 18:12 | This happened because they did not listen to the voice of the LORD their God, but violated His covenant—all that Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded—and would neither listen nor obey. |
| 9 | 2 Chronicles 13:9 | But did you not drive out the priests of the LORD, the sons of Aaron, and the Levites? And did you not make priests for yourselves as do the peoples of other lands? Now whoever comes to consecrate himself with a young bull and seven rams can become a priest of things that are not gods. |
| 10 | Jeremiah 10:2 | This is what the LORD says: “Do not learn the ways of the nations or be terrified by the signs in the heavens, though the nations themselves are terrified by them. |
Ezekiel 11:12 Summary
[Ezekiel 11:12 is a reminder that God is the one true Lord, and He desires our obedience and worship. When we follow God's statutes and ordinances, we demonstrate our love and commitment to Him, as seen in John 14:15. However, when we conform to the ways of the world, we risk facing God's judgment, as seen in Ezekiel 11:10-12. By recognizing God's authority and turning to Him in repentance, we can experience restoration and forgiveness, as promised in 1 John 1:9.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main reason God is judging the people in Ezekiel 11:12?
The main reason God is judging the people is that they have not followed His statutes or practiced His ordinances, but instead conformed to the ordinances of the nations around them, as stated in Ezekiel 11:12. This is a clear example of the importance of obeying God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-2.
How does God want us to respond to His judgment?
God wants us to recognize His sovereignty and authority, and to turn to Him in repentance, as seen in Ezekiel 11:10-12 and 1 Kings 8:47-48. This response is crucial for restoration and forgiveness.
What is the significance of God saying 'Then you will know that I am the LORD' in Ezekiel 11:12?
When God says 'Then you will know that I am the LORD', He is emphasizing His power, authority, and presence in the midst of judgment, as seen in Ezekiel 11:10 and Exodus 7:5. This phrase is a reminder of God's covenant with His people and His desire for them to know and worship Him.
How does this verse relate to the concept of idolatry?
This verse highlights the danger of idolatry, as the people have conformed to the ordinances of the nations around them, which often involved idolatrous practices, as seen in Deuteronomy 12:1-3 and 1 Corinthians 10:19-22. God is a jealous God who demands exclusive worship and obedience, as stated in Exodus 20:3-5.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I may be conforming to the ordinances of the world around me, rather than following God's statutes?
- How can I practically apply God's ordinances to my daily life, and what steps can I take to prioritize His commands?
- What does it mean to 'know that God is the LORD' in my own life, and how can I deepen my understanding of His presence and authority?
- In what ways can I turn to God in repentance, as seen in Ezekiel 11:10-12, and what are the benefits of doing so?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 11:12
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 11:12
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:12
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:12
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 11:12
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:12
Sermons on Ezekiel 11:12
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The Lord's Prayer by Thomas Watson | Thomas Watson expounds on 'The Lord's Prayer,' particularly the petition 'Deliver us from evil,' emphasizing the need for divine protection from the evils of the world, our own hea |
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A True Revival Meeting by John Greer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of unity among believers. He highlights that unity is a priority and a mark of the Holy Spirit's work. The preacher refers to |
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The History of Rock - Part 2 by Alan Ives | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of maintaining a natural and normal approach to music in worship. He compares the excitement and thrill of extra musical notes |
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Unreached Peoples: The Drokpa People of the Himalayas by Paul Hattaway | This sermon delves into the unique traditions and lifestyle of the Drogpa people, who live in a fruitful yet isolated area, practicing ancient customs and idol worship. Despite the |
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Learn Not the Way of the Heathen - Part 1 by Joshua Daniel | This sermon by Joshua Daniel emphasizes the importance of not following the ways of the world but instead staying true to God's teachings. He warns against adopting the abominable |
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It's Not Business, It's Personal by Bob Sorge | In this sermon, Bob Sorge discusses the importance of having a father figure in worship ministry. He emphasizes the unique and precious relationship that can be formed with a fathe |






