Ezekiel 11:18
Ezekiel 11:18 in Multiple Translations
When they return to it, they will remove all its detestable things and all its abominations.
And they shall come thither, and they shall take away all the detestable things thereof and all the abominations thereof from thence.
And they shall come thither, and they shall take away all the detestable things thereof and all the abominations thereof from thence.
And they will come there, and take away all the hated and disgusting things from it.
When they come back, they are going to get rid of all its offensive idols and disgusting practices from the country.
And they shall come thither, and they shall take away all the idoles thereof, and all the abominations thereof from thence.
And they have gone in thither. And turned aside all its detestable things, And all its abominations — out of it.
“‘They will come there, and they will take away all its detestable things and all its abominations from there.
And they shall come thither, and they shall take away from thence all its detestable things, and all its abominations.
And they shall go in thither, and shall take away all the scandals, and all the abominations thereof from thence.
When you return to your country, you will get rid of all the vile statues of gods and detestable idols.
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 11:18
BAB
Word Study
Hover over any word to see its amplified meaning. Click a word to explore its full definition and translation comparisons.
Amplified text is generated using scripting to tie together English translations for comparison. Always refer to the core BSB translation and original Hebrew/Greek text for accuracy. Anomalies may occur.
Ezekiel 11:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וּ/בָ֖אוּ
שָׁ֑מָּ/ה
וְ/הֵסִ֜ירוּ
אֶת
כָּל
שִׁקּוּצֶ֛י/הָ
וְ/אֶת
כָּל
תּוֹעֲבוֹתֶ֖י/הָ
מִמֶּֽ/נָּה
וּ/בָ֖אוּ
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
שָׁ֑מָּ/ה
shâm
H8033
there
Adv | Suff
וְ/הֵסִ֜ירוּ
çûwr
H5493
to turn aside
Conj | V-Hiphil-3cp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
שִׁקּוּצֶ֛י/הָ
shiqqûwts
H8251
abomination
N-mp | Suff
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
תּוֹעֲבוֹתֶ֖י/הָ
tôwʻêbah
H8441
abomination
N-fp | Suff
מִמֶּֽ/נָּה
min
H4480
from
Prep | Suff
Hebrew Word Study
Select any word above to explore its original meaning, root, and usage across Scripture.
Use ← → arrow keys to navigate between words.
Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 11:18
וּ/בָ֖אוּ
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
שָׁ֑מָּ/ה
shâm
H8033
"there"
Adv | Suff
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
וְ/הֵסִ֜ירוּ
çûwr
H5493
"to turn aside"
Conj | V-Hiphil-3cp
To turn aside or remove is the meaning of this verb, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It can mean to depart, avoid, or put something away, and is often used in the context of turning away from sin or wrongdoing, as seen in the actions of prophets and leaders in the Old Testament.
Definition: : remove 1) to turn aside, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn aside, turn in unto 1a2) to depart, depart from way, avoid 1a3) to be removed 1a4) to come to an end 1b) (Polel) to turn aside 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to turn aside, cause to depart, remove, take away, put away, depose 1c2) to put aside, leave undone, retract, reject, abolish 1d) (Hophal) to be taken away, be removed
Usage: Occurs in 284 OT verses. KJV: be(-head), bring, call back, decline, depart, eschew, get (you), go (aside), [idiom] grievous, lay away (by), leave undone, be past, pluck away, put (away, down), rebel, remove (to and fro), revolt, [idiom] be sour, take (away, off), turn (aside, away, in), withdraw, be without. See also: Genesis 8:13; 2 Samuel 6:10; Psalms 6:9.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
שִׁקּוּצֶ֛י/הָ
shiqqûwts
H8251
"abomination"
N-mp | Suff
This word describes something disgusting or filthy, often referring to idol worship, as seen in Deuteronomy's warnings against false gods.
Definition: detestable thing or idol, abominable thing, abomination, idol, detested thing
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: abominable filth (idol, -ation), detestable (thing). See also: Deuteronomy 29:16; Ezekiel 7:20; Isaiah 66:3.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
תּוֹעֲבוֹתֶ֖י/הָ
tôwʻêbah
H8441
"abomination"
N-fp | Suff
The Hebrew word for abomination refers to something disgusting, like idolatry or unclean food, and is often used to describe wickedness in the Bible.
Definition: 1) a disgusting thing, abomination, abominable 1a) in ritual sense (of unclean food, idols, mixed marriages) 1b) in ethical sense (of wickedness etc)
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: abominable (custom, thing), abomination. See also: Genesis 43:32; Proverbs 26:25; Psalms 88:9.
מִמֶּֽ/נָּה
min
H4480
"from"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 11:18
Show Verse Quote Highlights
- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 11:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 11:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 11:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:18
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:18
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 11:18
- Sermons on Ezekiel 11:18
Context — A Promise of Restoration
16Therefore declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Although I sent them far away among the nations and scattered them among the countries, yet for a little while I have been a sanctuary for them in the countries to which they have gone.’
17Therefore declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘I will gather you from the peoples and assemble you from the countries to which you have been scattered, and I will give back to you the land of Israel.’
18When they return to it, they will remove all its detestable things and all its abominations.
19And I will give them singleness of heart and put a new spirit within them; I will remove their heart of stone and give them a heart of flesh, 20so that they may follow My statutes, keep My ordinances, and practice them. Then they will be My people, and I will be their God.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezekiel 37:23 | They will no longer defile themselves with their idols or detestable images, or with any of their transgressions. I will save them from all their apostasies by which they sinned, and I will cleanse them. Then they will be My people, and I will be their God. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 5:11 | Therefore as surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, because you have defiled My sanctuary with all your detestable idols and abominations, I Myself will withdraw My favor; I will not look upon you with pity, nor will I spare you. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 42:7–8 | An outer wall in front of the chambers was fifty cubits long and ran parallel to the chambers and the outer court. For the chambers on the outer court were fifty cubits long, while those facing the temple were a hundred cubits long. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 7:20 | His beautiful ornaments they transformed into pride and used them to fashion their vile images and detestable idols. Therefore I will make these into something unclean for them. |
| 5 | Isaiah 30:22 | So you will desecrate your silver-plated idols and your gold-plated images. You will throw them away like menstrual cloths, saying to them, “Be gone!” |
| 6 | Hosea 14:8 | O Ephraim, what have I to do anymore with idols? It is I who answer and watch over him. I am like a flourishing cypress; your fruit comes from Me. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 16:18 | And I will first repay them double their iniquity and their sin, because they have defiled My land with the carcasses of their detestable idols, and they have filled My inheritance with their abominations.” |
| 8 | Micah 5:10–14 | “In that day,” declares the LORD, “I will remove your horses from among you and wreck your chariots. I will remove the cities of your land and tear down all your strongholds. I will cut the sorceries from your hand, and you will have no fortune-tellers. I will also cut off the carved images and sacred pillars from among you, so that you will no longer bow down to the work of your own hands. I will root out the Asherah poles from your midst and demolish your cities. |
| 9 | Colossians 3:5–8 | Put to death, therefore, the components of your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, which is idolatry. Because of these, the wrath of God is coming on the sons of disobedience. When you lived among them, you also used to walk in these ways. But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. |
| 10 | Ezekiel 11:21 | But as for those whose hearts pursue detestable things and abominations, I will bring their conduct down upon their own heads, declares the Lord GOD.” |
Ezekiel 11:18 Summary
[This verse is talking about the Israelites returning to their homeland and removing all the bad things and sinful practices that they had adopted. This is similar to what God wants to do in our lives, as seen in 2 Corinthians 7:1, where we are called to purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit. When we return to God and seek to live for Him, He helps us to remove the things that are not pleasing to Him and to live a life that honors Him, as stated in Ezekiel 36:24-28. As we seek to follow God's commands and live a life of obedience, we can experience a new beginning and a fresh start, just like the Israelites did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to remove all detestable things and all abominations from the land?
This refers to the removal of idolatrous practices and sinful behaviors that are offensive to God, as seen in Deuteronomy 12:2-3, where the Israelites were instructed to destroy all the places where the nations they were displacing had served their gods.
How will the people be able to remove these detestable things and abominations?
The people will be able to remove these things because God will give them a new spirit and a heart of flesh, as stated in Ezekiel 11:19, enabling them to follow His statutes and ordinances.
What is the significance of the people returning to the land?
The people's return to the land is a fulfillment of God's promise to gather them from among the nations and give back to them the land of Israel, as stated in Ezekiel 11:17, and it marks a new beginning for them to live in obedience to God's commands, as seen in Ezekiel 36:24-28.
How does this verse relate to the concept of sanctification?
This verse relates to the concept of sanctification, as seen in 2 Corinthians 7:1, where believers are called to purify themselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God, and it highlights the importance of removing sinful behaviors and practices from one's life in order to live a holy life before God.
Reflection Questions
- What are some detestable things and abominations in my own life that I need to remove in order to live a life pleasing to God?
- How can I, like the Israelites, return to a place of obedience and faithfulness to God, and what steps do I need to take to get there?
- What role does God's grace and mercy play in my ability to remove detestable things and abominations from my life, and how can I rely on His power to do so?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites, experience a new beginning and a fresh start in my relationship with God, and what are the implications of this for my daily life?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 11:18
And they shall come thither,.... That those of the captivity shall come to the land of Israel, they or their posterity: and they shall take away all the detestable things thereof; the idols of the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 11:18
And they shall come thither, and they shall take away all the detestable things thereof and all the abominations thereof from thence. They shall take away all the detestable things ... and all the abominations thereof from them.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:18
They; the gathered, who assembled upon Cyrus’ s proclamation first, and then again upon Darius’ s proclamation; of which Ezra 1 and Ezr 8: they met together some where in the land of their captivity, and had a long journey to Jerusalem. Shall come thither; they shall overcome all difficulties, and escape dangers, and despatch the long journey, and come safely to their own land. They shall take away; abolish superstition and idolatry from the temple, Jerusalem, and from the priests. The detestable things: see . Thereof; of the land and city; and who reads Ezra, Nehemiah, and the prophets Zechariah and Haggai, will see this reformation carried on with SUCCESS.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:18
Ezekiel 11:18 And they shall come thither, and they shall take away all the detestable things thereof and all the abominations thereof from thence.Ver. 18. And they shall take away all the detestable things.] So God calleth their idols and monuments of idolatry, not deigning to call them by their usual names. After the captivity the Jews would never endure idols. They chose rather to die than to suffer Caligula’ s statue to be set up in their temple by Petronins. To this day they say that there is an ounce of the golden calf in all their sufferings.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:18
(18) They shall take away.—Chastened and purified by their chastisement, they should return to the land to do away utterly with the abominations which had caused their exile. Historically, this was fully realised in the abomination in which idolatry, the great sin of the people, was ever after held among the Jews. The change of person from you to they, though so common as not necessarily to call for remark, may yet here possibly indicate that what is foretold was to belong rather to their children than to themselves.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 11:18
18. shall take away] i.e. remove. Cf. ch. Ezekiel 37:22-23. The “detestable things” are the false gods (1 Kings 11:5; 1 Kings 11:7; 2 Kings 23:13), and all the accompaniments of the debased worship (cf. ch. Ezekiel 33:25-26).
Sermons on Ezekiel 11:18
| Sermon | Description | |
|---|---|---|
|
God's Holiness - Part 4 by Richard Owen Roberts | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of holiness and the hatred of sin in the eyes of God. He quotes various Bible verses to support his message, including Luke 1 |
|
So Exceeding Angry With Himself by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the profound anger that true penitents feel towards their own sins, illustrating that this self-directed anger is far greater than any frustration they may |
|
|
A Secret Virtue and Power by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the transformative power of private communion with God, illustrating how such intimacy leads to a profound hatred for sin and idolatry. He argues that true |
|
|
A Devil in an Angel's Dress by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the necessity of true repentance, which involves turning away from every sin, not just some. He illustrates that partial repentance, like that of Herod and |
|
Walk in God's Way by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher shares two stories about individuals seeking guidance from God. The first story is about a young man praying to find his future wife, and after flippin |
|
The Comforting Rod by Thomas Watson | Thomas Watson preaches on the comforting aspects of God's rod and staff as highlighted in Psalms 23:4. He explains that God's rod can be seen as a destroying rod upon His enemies, |
|
The Sure Afterward by Frances Ridley Havergal | Frances Ridley Havergal delves into the promise of peaceable fruit that comes after enduring chastening from the Lord, emphasizing that even the smallest troubles we face daily are |