Ezekiel 25:5
Ezekiel 25:5 in Multiple Translations
I will make Rabbah a pasture for camels, and Ammon a resting place for sheep. Then you will know that I am the LORD.’
And I will make Rabbah a stable for camels, and the Ammonites a couchingplace for flocks: and ye shall know that I am the LORD.
And I will make Rabbah a stable for camels, and the children of Ammon a couching-place for flocks: and ye shall know that I am Jehovah.
And I will make Rabbah a place for housing camels, and the children of Ammon a resting-place for flocks: and you will be certain that I am the Lord.
I will make Rabbah a camel pasture, and Ammon a sheep-pen. Then you will know that I am the Lord.
And I will make Rabbah a dwelling place for camels, and the Ammonites a sheepecote, and ye shall knowe that I am the Lord.
And I have given Rabbah for a habitation of camels, And the sons of Ammon for the crouching of a flock, And ye have known that I [am] Jehovah.
I will make Rabbah a stable for camels and the children of Ammon a resting place for flocks. Then you will know that I am the LORD.”
And I will make Rabbah a stable for camels, and the Ammonites a couching-place for flocks: and ye shall know that I am the LORD.
And I will make Rabbath a stable for camels, and the children of Ammon a couching place for flocks: and you shall know that I am the Lord.
I will causeyour capital city Rabbah to become a pasture for camels, and the rest of Ammon to becomeonly a resting place for sheep. Then you will know that I, Yahweh, have the power to do what I say that I will do.”
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 25:5
- Context
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- Ezekiel 25:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 25:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 25:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 25:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 25:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 25:5
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 25:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 25:5
- Sermons on Ezekiel 25:5
Context — A Prophecy against Ammon
5I will make Rabbah a pasture for camels, and Ammon a resting place for sheep. Then you will know that I am the LORD.’
6For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Because you clapped your hands and stomped your feet and rejoiced over the land of Israel with a heart full of contempt, 7therefore I will indeed stretch out My hand against you and give you as plunder to the nations. I will cut you off from the peoples and exterminate you from the countries. I will destroy you, and you will know that I am the LORD.’Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 21:20 | Mark out one road for the sword to come against Rabbah of the Ammonites, and another against Judah into fortified Jerusalem. |
| 2 | 2 Samuel 12:26 | Meanwhile, Joab fought against Rabbah of the Ammonites and captured the royal fortress. |
| 3 | Isaiah 17:2 | The cities of Aroer are forsaken; they will be left to the flocks, which will lie down with no one to fear. |
| 4 | Isaiah 37:20 | And now, O LORD our God, save us from his hand, so that all the kingdoms of the earth may know that You alone, O LORD, are God. ” |
| 5 | Isaiah 32:14 | For the palace will be forsaken, the busy city abandoned. The hill and the watchtower will become caves forever— the delight of wild donkeys and a pasture for flocks— |
| 6 | Ezekiel 25:8 | This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Because Moab and Seir said, “Look, the house of Judah is like all the other nations,” |
| 7 | Ezekiel 38:23 | I will magnify and sanctify Myself, and will reveal Myself in the sight of many nations. Then they will know that I am the LORD. |
| 8 | Deuteronomy 3:11 | (For only Og king of Bashan had remained of the remnant of the Rephaim. His bed of iron, nine cubits long and four cubits wide, is still in Rabbah of the Ammonites.) |
| 9 | Ezekiel 24:24 | ‘Thus Ezekiel will be a sign for you; you will do everything that he has done. When this happens, you will know that I am the Lord GOD.’ |
| 10 | Zephaniah 2:14–15 | Herds will lie down in her midst, creatures of every kind. Both the desert owl and screech owl will roost atop her pillars. Their calls will sound from the window, but desolation will lie on the threshold, for He will expose the beams of cedar. This carefree city that dwells securely, that thinks to herself: “I am it, and there is none besides me,” what a ruin she has become, a resting place for beasts. Everyone who passes by her hisses and shakes his fist. |
Ezekiel 25:5 Summary
[This verse is saying that God will judge the Ammonites by making their cities desolate and empty, like a pasture for animals, as a result of their wicked actions against God's people, as seen in Ezekiel 25:3-6. This shows that God is a God of justice and will not tolerate sin, as taught in Psalm 7:11 and Romans 6:23. We can learn from this that God is sovereign and will judge all nations, and that we should fear and reverence Him, as commanded in Psalm 111:10. By acknowledging God's power and authority, we can submit to His will and live a life that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Ezekiel 25:5 and Matthew 16:24.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Rabbah being made a pasture for camels and Ammon a resting place for sheep?
This is a sign of desolation and judgment, as the once thriving cities will be reduced to mere grazing lands, fulfilling God's promise to judge the nations, as seen in Ezekiel 25:5 and Isaiah 13:20.
Why is God judging the Ammonites in this verse?
The Ammonites are being judged for their actions against God's people, as they rejoiced over the destruction of Israel and Judah, as mentioned in Ezekiel 25:3 and Ezekiel 25:6, which is a fulfillment of God's warning in Deuteronomy 32:35.
How does this verse relate to God's character?
This verse showcases God's justice and sovereignty, as He declares that the Ammonites will know He is the Lord through their judgment, highlighting His power and authority, as seen in Ezekiel 25:5 and Psalm 9:16.
What can we learn from God's judgment on the Ammonites?
We can learn that God is a God of justice and righteousness, and that He will not tolerate wickedness and rebellion, as seen in Ezekiel 25:5 and Romans 11:22, and that we should fear and reverence Him, as commanded in Psalm 111:10.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can apply the concept of God's justice and sovereignty in my own life, especially when faced with trials and challenges?
- How can I ensure that I am not rejoicing over the misfortunes of others, but instead showing compassion and empathy, as taught in Luke 6:27-28 and Romans 12:15?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to acknowledge God's power and authority, and submit to His will, as seen in Ezekiel 25:5 and Matthew 16:24?
- How can I use this verse to share the Gospel with others, and highlight God's love and mercy, as seen in John 3:16 and Romans 5:8?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 25:5
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 25:5
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 25:5
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 25:5
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 25:5
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 25:5
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 25:5
Sermons on Ezekiel 25:5
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The Power of Prayer by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing the greatness and power of God when facing difficulties. He calls upon God, acknowledging His ability to overco |
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Why Do the Heathen Rage by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the inability to pacify the wicked and gives four reasons why it is impossible. He uses Hosea 11:1 as a reference and explains that pursuing |
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Russia by Welcome Detweiler | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of attending a chapel program where a magician performed tricks to attract a crowd. After the magician finished, the speake |
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Ezekiel 39:27 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith discusses the prophecy in Ezekiel 39:27, emphasizing the significance of God's promise to pour out His Spirit on Israel after their regathering as a nation, which was f |
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The Coming Storm by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that God is shaking the world to awaken humanity from spiritual slumber, much like a parent gently shakes a sleeping child. He illustrates this divine sh |
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Epistle 309 by George Fox | George Fox emphasizes the importance of seeking peace among all people, which is found in Christ and cannot be taken away by the world. He highlights the blessings for peacemakers |
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The Letter O by Walter Wilson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the different types of belief in relation to faith in God. The first type is the belief of faith, which brings us closer to God. The second ty |





