Ezekiel 18:7
Ezekiel 18:7 in Multiple Translations
He does not oppress another, but restores the pledge to the debtor. He does not commit robbery, but gives his bread to the hungry and covers the naked with clothing.
And hath not oppressed any, but hath restored to the debtor his pledge, hath spoiled none by violence, hath given his bread to the hungry, and hath covered the naked with a garment;
and hath not wronged any, but hath restored to the debtor his pledge, hath taken nought by robbery, hath given his bread to the hungry, and hath covered the naked with a garment;
And has done no wrong to any, but has given back to the debtor what is his, and has taken no one's goods by force, and has given food to him who was in need of it, and clothing to him who was without it;
He doesn't exploit anyone. He gives back what a debtor has given him as security. He doesn't rob others. He feeds the hungry and clothes the naked.
Neither hath oppressed any, but hath restored the pledge to his dettour: he that hath spoyled none by violence, but hath giuen his bread to the hungry, and hath couered the naked with a garment,
A man — he doth not oppress, His pledge to the debtor he doth return, Plunder he doth not take away, His bread to the hungry he doth give, And the naked doth cover with a garment,
and has not wronged any, but has restored to the debtor his pledge, has taken nothing by robbery, has given his bread to the hungry, and has covered the naked with a garment;
And hath not oppressed any, but hath restored to the debtor his pledge, hath stripped none by violence, hath given his bread to the hungry, and hath covered the naked with a garment:
And hath not wronged any man: but hath restored the pledge to the debtor, hath taken nothing away by violence: hath given his bread to the hungry, and hath covered the naked with a garment:
He does not mistreat/oppress people; if someoneborrows money from him and gives him his cloak to guarantee that he will pay the money back, he always gives the cloak back to that personbefore the sun goes down. He does not rob people. He gives food to hungry people. He gives clothing to people who need clothes.
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Ezekiel 18:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אִישׁ֙
לֹ֣א
יוֹנֶ֔ה
חֲבֹלָת֥/וֹ
חוֹב֙
יָשִׁ֔יב
גְּזֵלָ֖ה
לֹ֣א
יִגְזֹ֑ל
לַחְמ/וֹ֙
לְ/רָעֵ֣ב
יִתֵּ֔ן
וְ/עֵירֹ֖ם
יְכַסֶּה
בָּֽגֶד
וְ/אִישׁ֙
ʼîysh
H376
man
Conj | N-ms
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יוֹנֶ֔ה
yânâh
H3238
to oppress
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
חֲבֹלָת֥/וֹ
chăbôl
H2258
pledge
N-fs | Suff
חוֹב֙
chôwb
H2326
debtor
N-ms
יָשִׁ֔יב
shûwb
H7725
to return
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
גְּזֵלָ֖ה
gᵉzêlâh
H1500
violence
N-fs
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יִגְזֹ֑ל
gâzal
H1497
to plunder
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
לַחְמ/וֹ֙
lechem
H3899
food
N-cs | Suff
לְ/רָעֵ֣ב
râʻêb
H7457
hungry
Prep | Adj
יִתֵּ֔ן
nâthan
H5414
to give
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
וְ/עֵירֹ֖ם
ʻêyrôm
H5903
naked
Conj | Adj
יְכַסֶּה
kâçâh
H3680
to cover
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms
בָּֽגֶד
beged
H899
treachery
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 18:7
וְ/אִישׁ֙
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יוֹנֶ֔ה
yânâh
H3238
"to oppress"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
To oppress or treat someone violently, often implying a sense of injustice or wrongdoing, as found in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to oppress, suppress, treat violently, maltreat, vex, do wrong 1a) (Qal) to oppress, suppress 1b) (Hiphil) to treat violently, maltreat
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: destroy, (thrust out by) oppress(-ing, -ion, -or), proud, vex, do violence. See also: Exodus 22:20; Jeremiah 46:16; Psalms 74:8.
חֲבֹלָת֥/וֹ
chăbôl
H2258
"pledge"
N-fs | Suff
A pledge or security given for a debt, like a guarantee. In the Bible, it appears in books like Exodus and Job. It means something given as a promise to pay.
Definition: pledge Also means: cha.vo.lah (חֲבֹלָה "pledge" H2258B)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: pledge. See also: Ezekiel 18:7; Ezekiel 18:16; Ezekiel 33:15.
חוֹב֙
chôwb
H2326
"debtor"
N-ms
A debtor is someone who owes something, like money or a favor. In the Bible, being a debtor can be a serious issue, as seen in the laws of Exodus and Deuteronomy.
Definition: a debt, debtor
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: debtor. See also: Ezekiel 18:7.
יָשִׁ֔יב
shûwb
H7725
"to return"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to return or turn back, and can be used literally or figuratively. It is often used to describe someone returning to God or repenting from sin, as seen in the book of Psalms and the prophets.
Definition: : return 1) to return, turn back 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn back, return 1a1a) to turn back 1a1b) to return, come or go back 1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back 1a1d) of dying 1a1e) of human relations (fig) 1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig) 1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise 1a1f2) to turn away (of God) 1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent 1a1f4) turn back (from evil) 1a1g) of inanimate things 1a1h) in repetition 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to bring back 1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig) 1b3) to lead away (enticingly) 1b4) to show turning, apostatise 1c) (Pual) restored (participle) 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back 1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment 1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore 1d3) to bring back, report to, answer 1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense) 1d5) to turn back or backward, repel, defeat, repulse, hinder, reject, refuse 1d6) to turn away (face), turn toward 1d7) to turn against 1d8) to bring back to mind 1d9) to show a turning away 1d10) to reverse, revoke 1e) (Hophal) to be returned, be restored, be brought back 1f) (Pulal) brought back
Usage: Occurs in 953 OT verses. KJV: ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw. See also: Genesis 3:19; Numbers 8:25; Judges 8:13.
גְּזֵלָ֖ה
gᵉzêlâh
H1500
"violence"
N-fs
This word means robbery or plunder, referring to taking something violently. It is used to describe spoil or violence in the Bible. The KJV translates it as spoil or violence.
Definition: plunder, spoil, robbery
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: that (he had robbed) (which he took violently away), spoil, violence. See also: Leviticus 5:23; Ezekiel 18:12; Isaiah 3:14.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יִגְזֹ֑ל
gâzal
H1497
"to plunder"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to take something by force, like plundering or robbing, and is used in stories like David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17. It can also mean to strip or flay something, and is often associated with violence.
Definition: 1) to tear away, seize, plunder, tear off, pull off, rob, take away by force 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to tear away, rob 1a2) to seize, plunder (with acc cognate) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be robbed 1b2) to be taken away
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: catch, consume, exercise (robbery), pluck (off), rob, spoil, take away (by force, violence), tear. See also: Genesis 21:25; Psalms 69:5; Psalms 35:10.
לַחְמ/וֹ֙
lechem
H3899
"food"
N-cs | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to food, especially bread or grain. It's used throughout the Bible to describe meals, sacrifices, and daily life, highlighting the importance of food in ancient Israelite culture.
Definition: : food(eating) 1) bread, food, grain 1a) bread 1a1) bread 1a2) bread-corn 1b) food (in general)
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: (shew-) bread, [idiom] eat, food, fruit, loaf, meat, victuals. See also: Genesis 3:19; 1 Samuel 20:34; Psalms 14:4.
לְ/רָעֵ֣ב
râʻêb
H7457
"hungry"
Prep | Adj
A person who is hungry is described by this Hebrew word, which appears in books like Deuteronomy and Amos. Hunger can be a physical or emotional state, and the Bible addresses both aspects.
Definition: 1) hungry 1a) hungry 1b) hungry man (subst) 1c) of failing strength (fig)
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: hunger bitten, hungry. See also: 1 Samuel 2:5; Psalms 146:7; Psalms 107:5.
יִתֵּ֔ן
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
וְ/עֵירֹ֖ם
ʻêyrôm
H5903
"naked"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word means naked or nudity, describing a state of being without clothes. It appears in various Bible translations, including the KJV, as naked or nakedness.
Definition: adj 1) naked n m 2) nakedness
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: naked(-ness). See also: Genesis 3:7; Ezekiel 16:22; Ezekiel 23:29.
יְכַסֶּה
kâçâh
H3680
"to cover"
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms
To cover something means to fill up hollows or hide something from view, as seen in many biblical stories. This verb is used in various forms throughout the Bible, such as to cover oneself with clothing or to conceal something for protection. It can also mean to overwhelm or spread over something.
Definition: 1) to cover, conceal, hide 1a) (Qal) conceal, covered (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be covered 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cover, clothe 1c2) to cover, conceal 1c3) to cover (for protection) 1c4) to cover over, spread over 1c5) to cover, overwhelm 1d) (Pual) 1d1) to be covered 1d2) to be clothed 1e) (Hithpael) to cover oneself, clothe oneself
Usage: Occurs in 149 OT verses. KJV: clad self, close, clothe, conceal, cover (self), (flee to) hide, overwhelm. Compare H3780 (כָּשָׂה). See also: Genesis 7:19; Psalms 32:1; Psalms 32:5.
בָּֽגֶד
beged
H899
"treachery"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word refers to clothing or a covering, like a garment or robe. It appears in books like Genesis and Exodus, describing what people wore. The word is often translated as 'apparel' or 'raiment'.
Definition: treachery, deceit
Usage: Occurs in 190 OT verses. KJV: apparel, cloth(-es, ing), garment, lap, rag, raiment, robe, [idiom] very (treacherously), vesture, wardrobe. See also: Genesis 24:53; Judges 17:10; Psalms 22:19.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 18:7
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- Context
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- Ezekiel 18:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 18:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 18:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:7
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:7
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 18:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:7
- Sermons on Ezekiel 18:7
Context — The Soul Who Sins Will Die
5Now suppose a man is righteous and does what is just and right:
6He does not eat at the mountain or look to the idols of the house of Israel. He does not defile his neighbor’s wife or approach a woman during her period.
7He does not oppress another, but restores the pledge to the debtor. He does not commit robbery, but gives his bread to the hungry and covers the naked with clothing.
8He does not engage in usury or take excess interest, but he withholds his hand from iniquity and executes true justice between men. 9He follows My statutes and faithfully keeps My ordinances. That man is righteous; surely he will live, declares the Lord GOD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezekiel 18:16 | He does not oppress another, or retain a pledge, or commit robbery. He gives his bread to the hungry and covers the naked with clothing. |
| 2 | Exodus 22:26 | If you take your neighbor’s cloak as collateral, return it to him by sunset, |
| 3 | Ezekiel 18:12 | He oppresses the poor and needy; he commits robbery and does not restore a pledge. He lifts his eyes to idols; he commits abominations. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 24:12–13 | If he is a poor man, you must not go to sleep with the security in your possession; be sure to return it to him by sunset, so that he may sleep in his own cloak and bless you, and this will be credited to you as righteousness before the LORD your God. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 33:15 | if he restores a pledge, makes restitution for what he has stolen, and walks in the statutes of life without practicing iniquity—then he will surely live; he will not die. |
| 6 | Luke 3:11 | John replied, “Whoever has two tunics should share with him who has none, and whoever has food should do the same.” |
| 7 | Exodus 22:21–24 | You must not exploit or oppress a foreign resident, for you yourselves were foreigners in the land of Egypt. You must not mistreat any widow or orphan. If you do mistreat them, and they cry out to Me in distress, I will surely hear their cry. My anger will be kindled, and I will kill you with the sword; then your wives will become widows and your children will be fatherless. |
| 8 | Amos 3:10 | “For they know not how to do right,” declares the LORD. “They store up violence and destruction in their citadels.” |
| 9 | Ezekiel 18:18 | As for his father, he will die for his own iniquity, because he practiced extortion, robbed his brother, and did what was wrong among his people. |
| 10 | Amos 2:8 | They lie down beside every altar on garments taken in pledge. And in the house of their God, they drink wine obtained through fines. |
Ezekiel 18:7 Summary
[Ezekiel 18:7 describes what it means to be a righteous person, someone who treats others with kindness and respect. This includes not taking advantage of others, being generous to those in need, and keeping our word. As seen in Proverbs 19:17, when we help the poor, we are lending to the Lord, and He will repay us. By following God's commands, such as those in Exodus 22:22 and Deuteronomy 24:14-15, we can live a life that honors Him and shows love to those around us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'not oppress another' in Ezekiel 18:7?
This means to not take advantage of or mistreat others, especially those who are vulnerable, as seen in Exodus 22:22 and Deuteronomy 24:14-15, where God commands us to treat others with kindness and fairness.
Why is giving bread to the hungry and covering the naked important in this verse?
This shows that the righteous person is compassionate and cares for the physical needs of others, as Jesus teaches in Matthew 25:31-46, where serving the poor and needy is equivalent to serving Him.
How does restoring a pledge to a debtor relate to being righteous?
This act demonstrates the righteous person's integrity and commitment to keeping their word, as seen in Psalm 15:4, where the righteous person 'swears to his own hurt and does not change'.
What is the significance of not committing robbery in this verse?
Not committing robbery shows that the righteous person respects the property and belongings of others, as commanded in the eighth commandment, 'You shall not steal' (Exodus 20:15, Deuteronomy 5:19).
Reflection Questions
- How can I show compassion and care for those in need around me, as described in Ezekiel 18:7?
- What are some ways I can 'restore the pledge' to those I have wronged or taken advantage of in the past?
- How can I prioritize fairness and kindness in my interactions with others, especially those who are vulnerable or marginalized?
- What are some practical ways I can give to those in need, such as giving bread to the hungry or covering the naked with clothing?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 18:7
And hath not oppressed any,.... By fraud or force, particularly the poor, to the great grief and hurt of them: [but] hath restored to the debtor his pledge; which was pawned; not embezzling it, or
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 18:7
And hath not oppressed any, but hath restored to the debtor his pledge, hath spoiled none by violence, hath given his bread to the hungry, and hath covered the naked with a garment; Hath restored to
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:7
Hath not oppressed; by rigorous dealing grieve, injure, or damnify, and cause them to cry out, , which is done many ways; and how slyly soever it is done, yet it is a crying sin, . Much of oppression is in detaining what was laid in pawn, which was always of greater value than the thing that was taken upon it; and the poor often pawned their most necessary utensils, and oftentimes needed them ere they could redeem them; in such cases God will not that the pledge be detained; as ,10-13,17; but here mercy ought to be preferred above profit; nor might the pledge be any way lessened by embezzling it. Hath spoiled none by violence; nor by force robbed any one, and taken out of the hand of the owner, as the thief doth; whoso hath forborne these courses of inhumanity and injustice. Hath given his bread; with compassion hath given to the necessitous, communicating to them as their case required, and our ability will reach. Bread here is largely to be taken, . To the hungry; such as truly want, are not able to help themselves, and, we may with reason think, have none to help them if we do not. Hath covered the naked; clothed the naked, who else are like to perish for want of clothing, as . Who are such, and live so just, so holy, so inoffensive, so beneficent a life among men, shall not suffer for the sins others commit.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:7
Ezekiel 18:7 And hath not oppressed any, [but] hath restored to the debtor his pledge, hath spoiled none by violence, hath given his bread to the hungry, and hath covered the naked with a garment;Ver. 7. And hath not oppressed any.] Either by force or fraud. Hath given his bread to the hungry.] Negative goodness alone is little worth. Men must not only rob the hospital, as we say, spoil the poor by violence, but "draw forth their souls," and their sheaves both, "to the hungry," and clothe the naked with a garment, or they cannot have the comfort and credit of just men.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:7
(7) To the debtor his pledge.—In the simple state of early Hebrew society borrowing was resorted to only by the very poor, and the law abounds in precepts against any oppression or taking advantage in such cases (Exodus 22:25-27; Leviticus 25:14; Leviticus 25:17, &c). Especial provision was made for restoring in a considerate way a pledge for borrowed money (Exodus 22:26; Deuteronomy 24:6; Deuteronomy 24:10, &c). Given his bread.—In addition to the negative duties mentioned, were also the positive ones of feeding the hungry and clothing the naked; and it is to be remembered that these duties, and general helpfulness to those who need our help, are not left optional in Scripture, but are positively required, both in the Old and the New Testament, and their neglect is sin. (See Deuteronomy 22:1-4; Job 31:16-22; Isaiah 58:5; Isaiah 58:7; Matthew 25:34-46; James 1:27; James 2:15-16).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:7
Verse 7. 5. Hath not oppressed any] Has not used his power or influence to oppress, pain, or injure another. 6. Hath restored to the debtor his pledge] Has carefully surrendered the pawn or pledge when its owner came to redeem it. As the pledge is generally of more worth than that for which it is pledged, an unprincipled man will make some pretence to keep it; which is highly abominable in the sight of God. 7. Hath spoiled none by violence] Either by robbery or personal insult. For a man may be spoiled both ways. 8. Hath given his bread to the hungry] Has been kind-hearted and charitable; especially to them that are in the deepest want. 9. Hath covered the naked with a garment] Has divided both his bread and his clothing with the necessitous. These are two branches of the same root.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 18:7
5–20. Developement of the principle in three instances, chosen so as to exhibit it in its most paradoxical form 5–9. The man that is righteous shall live. First, his righteousness is defined generally as doing judgment or right and justice, Ezekiel 18:5. Then it is analysed into: (1) religious duties, Ezekiel 18:6; (2) duties relating to marriage and the relations of men and women, Ezekiel 18:6; (3) duties to one’s neighbour, Ezekiel 18:7-8; and (4) finally all these duties are brought under the conception of obedience to the commands of God, Ezekiel 18:9.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:7
7. Violence — Rather, robbery. (Also Ezekiel 18:12; Ezekiel 18:16; Ezekiel 18:18.) It vividly shows the poverty of the “common people,” that they had to get back their cloak in order to have
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(The Lord - Merciful and Gracious) 4. the Needy When He Crieth by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of obeying God's laws and regulations, particularly in relation to treating others with kindness and compassion. He emphasizes |
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Why Will You Die? by Achille Blaize | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of repentance and turning away from sin. He highlights that God issues a universal invitation to all people to turn from thei |
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Azusa Street's Confession of Faith by William Seymour | William Seymour preaches on The Confession of Faith Statement of the Apostolic Faith Mission at 312 Azusa Street, Los Angeles, California, emphasizing the Apostolic Faith Movement' |
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The Apostolic Faith: A Doctrinal Overview by William Seymour | William Seymour preaches about the Apostolic Faith Mission's commitment to restoring the old-time religion of camp meetings, revivals, missions, and Christian unity based on the fa |
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What Will We Do When Jesus Knocks? by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of following God's chosen fast, which involves helping those in need and showing compassion. He highlights the power of God t |
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Can God Speak to You? by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of repentance and turning to God. He encourages listeners to not be governed by the negative influences of the world, such as |
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Guidelines for the Godly Man by Eli Brayley | Eli Brayley preaches on the calling of the man of God to live a life of full consecration, obedience, and service unto the Kingdom of God. The purpose of the man of God is to confo |