Ezekiel 20:48
Ezekiel 20:48 in Multiple Translations
Then all people will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it will not be quenched.”
And all flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it: it shall not be quenched.
And all flesh shall see that I, Jehovah, have kindled it; it shall not be quenched.
And all flesh will see that I the Lord have had it lighted: it will not be put out.
Then everyone will recognize that it was me, the Lord, who started the fire, and it won't be put out.”
And all flesh shall see, that I the Lord haue kindled it, and it shall not bee quenched. Then saide I, Ah Lord God, they say of me, Doeth not he speake parables?
And seen have all flesh, that I, Jehovah, have kindled it — it is not quenched.'
All flesh will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it. It will not be quenched.”’”
And all flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it: it shall not be quenched.
And all flesh shall see, that I the Lord have kindled it, and it shall not be quenched.
Everyone will see that it is I, Yahweh, who have lit this fire, and no one will be able to put it out.” ' ”
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 20:48
- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 20:48 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 20:48
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 20:48
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 20:48
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 20:48
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 20:48
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 20:48
- Sermons on Ezekiel 20:48
Context — A Prophecy against the South
48Then all people will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it will not be quenched.”
49Then I said, “Ah, Lord GOD, they are saying of me, ‘Is he not just telling parables?’”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 40:2–3 | The captain of the guard found Jeremiah and said to him, “The LORD your God decreed this disaster on this place, and now the LORD has fulfilled it; He has done just as He said. Because you people have sinned against the LORD and have not obeyed His voice, this thing has happened to you. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 7:20 | Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, My anger and My fury will be poured out on this place, on man and beast, on the trees of the field and the produce of the land, and it will burn and not be extinguished. |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 29:24–28 | So all the nations will ask, ‘Why has the LORD done such a thing to this land? Why this great outburst of anger?’ And the people will answer, ‘It is because they abandoned the covenant of the LORD, the God of their fathers, which He made with them when He brought them out of the land of Egypt. They went and served other gods, and they worshiped gods they had not known—gods that the LORD had not given to them. Therefore the anger of the LORD burned against this land, and He brought upon it every curse written in this book. The LORD uprooted them from their land in His anger, rage, and great wrath, and He cast them into another land, where they are today.’ |
| 4 | Isaiah 26:11 | O LORD, Your hand is upraised, but they do not see it. They will see Your zeal for Your people and be put to shame. The fire set for Your enemies will consume them! |
| 5 | Lamentations 2:16–17 | All your enemies open their mouths against you. They hiss and gnash their teeth, saying, “We have swallowed her up. This is the day for which we have waited. We have lived to see it!” The LORD has done what He planned; He has accomplished His decree, which He ordained in days of old; He has overthrown you without pity. He has let the enemy gloat over you and exalted the horn of your foes. |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 7:20–22 | then I will uproot Israel from the soil I have given them, and I will banish from My presence this temple I have sanctified for My Name. I will make it an object of scorn and ridicule among all the peoples. And when this temple has become a heap of rubble, all who pass by it will be appalled and say, ‘Why has the LORD done such a thing to this land and to this temple?’ And others will answer, ‘Because they have forsaken the LORD, the God of their fathers, who brought them out of the land of Egypt, and have embraced other gods, worshiping and serving them—because of this, He has brought all this disaster upon them.’” |
Ezekiel 20:48 Summary
This verse means that God is in control of everything, including judgment and punishment for sin, as seen in Ezekiel 20:47. He wants everyone to know that He is the one who starts the fire of judgment, and it will not be stopped until His purposes are fulfilled. This is a reminder of God's power and authority, and it should motivate us to obey Him and follow His commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Jeremiah 7:23. By acknowledging God's sovereignty and holiness, we can cultivate a deeper reverence and respect for Him, and live in obedience to His will.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the fire will not be quenched?
This means that the judgment of God will be unstoppable and unrelenting, much like the fire that cannot be put out, as seen in Jeremiah 4:4 and Isaiah 34:10.
Why does God say He will kindle the fire?
God kindles the fire as a symbol of His judgment and wrath upon sin, as seen in Deuteronomy 32:22 and Ezekiel 20:47, demonstrating His sovereignty and power over all things.
How does this verse relate to God's character?
This verse showcases God's holiness and justice, as He will not tolerate sin and will bring judgment upon it, as seen in Ezekiel 18:4 and Romans 6:23, highlighting the importance of repentance and obedience to God's commands.
What is the purpose of God making His judgment visible to all people?
The purpose is to demonstrate God's power and authority, and to bring people to acknowledge and reverence Him, as seen in Ezekiel 36:23 and Isaiah 2:10-11, that they may turn from their sins and worship Him alone.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be ignoring or rejecting God's warnings, and how can I respond in obedience to His Word?
- How does the concept of God's unquenchable fire impact my understanding of His love and mercy, and what does this reveal about His character?
- In what ways can I apply the lesson of God's judgment and wrath in my own life, and how can I share this truth with others in a loving and compassionate manner?
- What are some ways that I can cultivate a deeper reverence and respect for God's holiness and power, as demonstrated in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 20:48
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 20:48
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 20:48
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 20:48
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 20:48
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 20:48
Sermons on Ezekiel 20:48
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Praying for Revival by Brian Edwards | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the downward spiral of faith in four generations. The great grandparents of the present generation believed in the Christian faith but were in |
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(Through the Bible) Deuteronomy 26-29 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Moses addresses the children of Israel and reminds them of the covenant they have with God. He emphasizes that despite witnessing great miracles and signs, they hav |
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Of the Anger and Wrath of God. by John Gill | John Gill addresses the anger and wrath of God, emphasizing that while God is loving and merciful, He also possesses anger and wrath as responses to sin. He distinguishes between G |
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The Grace and Duty of Being Spiritually Minded #2 by John Owen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of focusing on the word of God to detach our hearts and affections from worldly things. He encourages believers to have a con |
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The Future Punishment of the Wicked Unavoidable and Intolerable by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches a powerful sermon on the future punishment of the wicked, emphasizing the unavoidable, intolerable, and inescapable nature of God's wrath upon impenitent |
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The Only Place of Safety by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that throughout history, many have believed they can withstand calamities without faith in God, likening them to the spiritually blind described by Isaia |