Ezekiel 23:35
Ezekiel 23:35 in Multiple Translations
Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Because you have forgotten Me and have cast Me behind your back, you must bear the consequences of your indecency and prostitution.’”
Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Because thou hast forgotten me, and cast me behind thy back, therefore bear thou also thy lewdness and thy whoredoms.
Therefore thus saith the Lord Jehovah: Because thou hast forgotten me, and cast me behind thy back, therefore bear thou also thy lewdness and thy whoredoms.
So this is what the Lord has said: Because you have not kept me in your memory, and because your back has been turned to me, you will even undergo the punishment of your evil designs and your loose ways.
In summary this is what the Lord God says: Because you have forgotten about me and have ignored me, you will have to experience the consequences of your immorality and prostitution.”
Therefore thus saith the Lord God, Because thou hast forgotten me, and cast me behinde thy backe, therefore thou shalt also beare thy wickednes and thy whoredome.
Therefore, thus said the Lord Jehovah: Because thou hast forgotten Me, And thou dost cast Me behind thy back, Even thou also bear thy wickedness and thy whoredoms.'
“Therefore the Lord GOD says: ‘Because you have forgotten me and cast me behind your back, therefore you also bear your lewdness and your prostitution.’”
Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Because thou hast forgotten me, and cast me behind thy back, therefore bear thou also thy lewdness and thy prostitutions.
Therefore thus saith the Lord God: Because thou hast forgotten me, and hast cast me off behind thy back, bear thou also thy wickedness, and thy fornications.
Therefore, this is what I, Yahweh the Lord, say: ‘Because you have forgotten me and rejected me [IDM], you must be punished for your immoral behavior and for beinglike a prostitute.’ ”
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 23:35
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- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 23:35
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 23:35
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:35
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:35
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 23:35
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Context — Oholibah to Be Plagued
35Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Because you have forgotten Me and have cast Me behind your back, you must bear the consequences of your indecency and prostitution.’”
36Then the LORD said to me: “Son of man, will you pass judgment against Oholah and Oholibah? Then declare to them their abominations. 37For they have committed adultery, and blood is on their hands. They have committed adultery with their idols. They have even sacrificed their children, whom they bore to Me, in the fire as food for their idols.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 14:9 | You have done more evil than all who came before you. You have proceeded to make for yourself other gods and molten images to provoke Me, and you have flung Me behind your back. |
| 2 | Isaiah 17:10 | For you have forgotten the God of your salvation and failed to remember the Rock of your refuge. Therefore, though you cultivate delightful plots and set out cuttings from exotic vines— |
| 3 | Jeremiah 32:33 | They have turned their backs to Me and not their faces. Though I taught them again and again, they would not listen or respond to discipline. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 22:12 | In you they take bribes to shed blood. You engage in usury, take excess interest, and extort your neighbors. But Me you have forgotten, declares the Lord GOD. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 3:21 | A voice is heard on the barren heights, the children of Israel weeping and begging for mercy, because they have perverted their ways and forgotten the LORD their God. |
| 6 | Hosea 8:14 | Israel has forgotten his Maker and built palaces; Judah has multiplied its fortified cities. But I will send fire upon their cities, and it will consume their citadels. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 2:32 | Does a maiden forget her jewelry or a bride her wedding sash? Yet My people have forgotten Me for days without number. |
| 8 | Numbers 14:34 | In keeping with the forty days you spied out the land, you shall bear your guilt forty years—a year for each day—and you will experience My alienation. |
| 9 | Hosea 13:6 | When they had pasture, they became satisfied; when they were satisfied, their hearts became proud, and as a result they forgot Me. |
| 10 | Romans 1:28 | Furthermore, since they did not see fit to acknowledge God, He gave them up to a depraved mind, to do what ought not to be done. |
Ezekiel 23:35 Summary
[Ezekiel 23:35 is a warning from God to His people, reminding them that when they forget Him and turn to sin, they will face serious consequences. This is because God is a holy and just God, who cannot tolerate sin, as seen in Leviticus 18:6-23 and Deuteronomy 23:17-18. When we forget God and indulge in sin, we open ourselves up to spiritual devastation and desolation, but when we remember and obey Him, we can experience His love, forgiveness, and restoration, as seen in Psalm 119:11 and 1 John 1:9.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'forget' God in Ezekiel 23:35?
Forgetting God in this context means to ignore or neglect Him, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:11, where the Israelites are warned not to forget God's commands and works, and in Psalm 78:11, where they are rebuked for forgetting God's wonders.
How does God view prostitution and indecency in Ezekiel 23:35?
God views prostitution and indecency as sinful and detestable, as seen in Leviticus 18:6-23 and Deuteronomy 23:17-18, where such practices are forbidden and condemned.
What are the consequences of forgetting God and indulging in sin, according to Ezekiel 23:35?
The consequences of forgetting God and indulging in sin are severe, including spiritual devastation and desolation, as seen in this verse, and also in Isaiah 1:28, where the wicked are consumed by their own sin.
Is Ezekiel 23:35 still relevant to believers today?
Yes, Ezekiel 23:35 is still relevant to believers today, as it reminds us of the importance of remembering and obeying God, and the dangers of spiritual forgetfulness and sin, as warned in 2 Peter 1:9 and Hebrews 2:1-4.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I may be 'forgetting' God in my own life, and how can I turn back to Him?
- How can I guard my heart and mind against the temptations of sin and worldly influences, as warned in Ezekiel 23:35?
- What are some practical steps I can take to remember and obey God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:11 and Psalm 119:11?
- How can I seek God's forgiveness and restoration when I have fallen into sin, as seen in 1 John 1:9 and Psalm 51:1-17?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 23:35
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 23:35
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:35
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:35
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 23:35
Sermons on Ezekiel 23:35
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(The Word for Today) Isaiah 17:1 - Part 3 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the importance of standing up for righteousness in a fallen world. He emphasizes the need for young adults to abstain from the immorali |
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The Rock of My Salvation by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of a song given by God to Moses in the 32nd chapter of Deuteronomy. The song was meant to be memorized and passed down throug |
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Pleasant Plants and Desperate Sorrow by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches about the consequences of forgetting the God of salvation and being unmindful of the Rock of strength, leading to planting pleasant plants and setting strange |
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(Through the Bible) Jeremiah 3-5 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for people to turn away from worldly distractions and dedicate themselves fully to God and spiritual matters. He quotes from the bo |
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Hosea #5 Ch. 7-8 Jesus Christ on Every Page by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the decline in biblical knowledge and understanding in society. He then focuses on Hosea chapter 8, specifically verses 13 and 14. The speaker |
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Fear of Man by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker addresses a group of people and asks them if they have unfinished business in their lives. He mentions those who have built houses but haven't dedicated |
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Acid Test Series 6 of 8 - Get Back to the Closet by Al Whittinghill | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of giving time to the Lord through prayer. He highlights the potential impact of dedicating just one hour a day to God, which |





