Ezekiel 23:47
Ezekiel 23:47 in Multiple Translations
The mob will stone them and cut them down with their swords. They will kill their sons and daughters and burn down their houses.
And the company shall stone them with stones, and dispatch them with their swords; they shall slay their sons and their daughters, and burn up their houses with fire.
And the company shall stone them with stones, and despatch them with their swords; they shall slay their sons and their daughters, and burn up their houses with fire.
And the meeting, after stoning her with stones, will put an end to her with their swords; they will put her sons and daughters to death and have her house burned up with fire.
The mob will stone them and kill them with their swords, slaughtering their sons and daughters and burning down their houses.
And the multitude shall stone them with stones, and cut them with their swordes: they shall slay their sonnes, and their daughters, and burne vp their houses with fire.
And they have cast at them the stone of the assembly, And cut them with their swords, Their sons and their daughters they do slay, And their houses with fire they burn.
The company will stone them with stones and dispatch them with their swords. They will kill their sons and their daughters, and burn up their houses with fire.
And the company shall stone them with stones, and dispatch them with their swords; they shall slay their sons and their daughters, and burn their houses with fire.
And lee the people stone them with stones, and let them be stabbed with their swords: they shall kill their sons and daughters, and their houses they shall burn with fire.
The mob will throw stones at themto kill them; they will cut them into pieces with their swords, they will kill their sons and daughters, and burn down their houses.
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 23:47
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- Ezekiel 23:47 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 23:47
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 23:47
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:47
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:47
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:47
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:47
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 23:47
- Sermons on Ezekiel 23:47
Context — Judgment on Both Sisters
47The mob will stone them and cut them down with their swords. They will kill their sons and daughters and burn down their houses.
48So I will put an end to indecency in the land, and all the women will be admonished not to imitate your behavior. 49They will repay you for your indecency, and you will bear the consequences of your sins of idolatry. Then you will know that I am the Lord GOD.’”Cross References
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| 1 | Ezekiel 16:40–41 | They will bring a mob against you, who will stone you and cut you to pieces with their swords. Then they will burn down your houses and execute judgment against you in the sight of many women. I will put an end to your prostitution, and you will never again pay your lovers. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 39:8 | The Chaldeans set fire to the palace of the king and to the houses of the people, and they broke down the walls of Jerusalem. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 24:21 | Tell the house of Israel that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘I am about to desecrate My sanctuary, the pride of your power, the desire of your eyes, and the delight of your soul. And the sons and daughters you left behind will fall by the sword.’ |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 36:17–19 | So He brought up against them the king of the Chaldeans, who put their young men to the sword in the sanctuary, sparing neither young men nor young women, neither elderly nor infirm. God gave them all into the hand of Nebuchadnezzar, who carried off everything to Babylon—all the articles of the house of God, both large and small, and the treasures of the house of the LORD and of the king and his officials. Then the Chaldeans set fire to the house of God and broke down the wall of Jerusalem. They burned down all the palaces and destroyed every article of value. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 9:6 | Slaughter the old men, the young men and maidens, the women and children; but do not go near anyone who has the mark. Now begin at My sanctuary.” So they began with the elders who were before the temple. |
| 6 | Ezekiel 23:29 | They will treat you with hatred, take all for which you have worked, and leave you naked and bare, so that the shame of your prostitution will be exposed. Your indecency and promiscuity |
| 7 | Jeremiah 33:4–5 | For this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says about the houses of this city and the palaces of the kings of Judah that have been torn down for defense against the siege ramps and the sword: The Chaldeans are coming to fight and to fill those places with the corpses of the men I will strike down in My anger and in My wrath. I have hidden My face from this city because of all its wickedness. |
| 8 | Ezekiel 23:25 | And I will set My jealous rage against you, and they will deal with you in fury. They will cut off your noses and ears, and your survivors will fall by the sword. They will seize your sons and daughters, and your remnant will be consumed by fire. |
| 9 | Jeremiah 52:13 | He burned down the house of the LORD, the royal palace, and all the houses of Jerusalem—every significant building. |
| 10 | Ezekiel 24:6 | Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Woe to the city of bloodshed, to the pot now rusted, whose rust will not come off! Empty it piece by piece; cast no lots for its contents. |
Ezekiel 23:47 Summary
This verse describes a severe punishment for the sinful actions of the people, where a mob will stone and cut down the adulteresses with swords, killing their sons and daughters and burning down their houses. This punishment is a consequence of their sinful actions, as seen in other parts of the Bible, such as Leviticus 20:10 and Deuteronomy 22:22. The purpose of this punishment is to serve as a deterrent to others, to warn them of the severity of God's judgment on sin, as seen in Joshua 7:24-25 and Ezekiel 23:48. By understanding this verse, we can see the importance of repenting from our sins and turning to God, as described in 1 John 1:9 and Acts 3:19, and trusting in His sovereignty and justice, even when we don't understand the circumstances or outcomes, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7 and Proverbs 3:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does God instruct the mob to stone and cut down the adulteresses with swords?
This severe punishment is a consequence of their sinful actions, as seen in Ezekiel 23:45, where righteous men sentence them to the punishment of those who commit adultery and bloodshed, highlighting the gravity of their sins, similar to the punishments described in Leviticus 20:10 and Deuteronomy 22:22.
What is the purpose of killing the sons and daughters and burning down the houses?
This act of judgment serves as a deterrent to others, as stated in Ezekiel 23:48, where it says that all the women will be admonished not to imitate their behavior, illustrating the severity of God's judgment on sin, as also seen in Joshua 7:24-25.
Is this verse promoting violence against women?
No, this verse is a prophetic declaration of God's judgment on the sinful actions of the people, specifically the idolatrous and adulterous behavior of the women, as described in Ezekiel 23:45-46, and should not be taken as a promotion of violence against anyone, but rather as a call to repentance and obedience to God's commands, as seen in Exodus 20:17 and Matthew 5:27-28.
How does this verse relate to God's character?
This verse demonstrates God's holiness and justice, as He will not tolerate sin and will judge it accordingly, as stated in Ezekiel 23:49, where it says that they will repay the consequences of their sins of idolatry, and will know that He is the Lord God, highlighting His righteous and just nature, similar to what is described in Psalm 89:14 and Isaiah 30:18.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be tolerating or even promoting sin in my own life, and how can I repent and turn to God?
- How can I balance God's justice and mercy in my understanding of His character, as seen in this verse and others like it, such as Romans 11:22 and Hebrews 10:26-31?
- What are some ways that I can be a voice of warning and admonition to others, as described in Ezekiel 23:48, without being judgmental or self-righteous, but rather humble and compassionate, as seen in Matthew 7:1-5 and Galatians 6:1-2?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty and justice, even when I don't understand the circumstances or outcomes, as seen in this verse and others like it, such as Job 42:2-3 and Psalm 73:16-17?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 23:47
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 23:47
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:47
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:47
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:47
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:47
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 23:47
Sermons on Ezekiel 23:47
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If You Attempt to Enthrone the Creature! by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the danger of overvaluing earthly comforts and mercies, warning that when we prioritize them over Christ, we risk losing them. He illustrates that our hear |
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I Am About to Desecrate My Sanctuary by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the danger of hypocrisy within the church, warning that many engage in religious activities while their hearts remain distant from God. He highlights that |
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(Through the Bible) 2 Chronicles 28-36 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker tells the story of Balaam and his donkey from the Bible. Balaam is tempted by the king's offer of wealth and power, but his donkey keeps veering off the |
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Progress of Redemption #03 by David Shirley | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Solomon in the book of 1 Kings. He highlights how Solomon's disobedience to God's commands led to the decline and division of t |
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Daniel and His Times by Sir Robert Anderson | Sir Robert Anderson delves into the life of the prophet Daniel, highlighting his unique role as a recipient of divine revelations rather than an inspired prophet. Daniel, living in |
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Marked Men #2 by Gareth Evans | In this sermon, the speaker shares two powerful stories that illustrate the brokenness and suffering in the world. The first story is about a missionary in Haiti who brings doctors |
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Judgment Must Begin at the House of God if We Are to Be Witnesses to the World by Andrew Murray | Andrew Murray emphasizes that judgment must start within the house of God, as seen in the prophetic vision of abominations in Jerusalem. He highlights that God is aware of the sins |






