Ezekiel 33:28
Ezekiel 33:28 in Multiple Translations
I will make the land a desolate waste, and the pride of her strength will come to an end. The mountains of Israel will become desolate, so that no one will pass through.
For I will lay the land most desolate, and the pomp of her strength shall cease; and the mountains of Israel shall be desolate, that none shall pass through.
And I will make the land a desolation and an astonishment; and the pride of her power shall cease; and the mountains of Israel shall be desolate, so that none shall pass through.
And I will make the land a waste and a cause of wonder, and the pride of her strength will come to an end; and the mountains of Israel will be made waste so that no one will go through.
I will turn the country into a wasteland, and power you are so proud of will be ended. The mountains of Israel will become wild places that no one will want to travel through.
For I will lay the land desolate and waste, and the pompe of her strength shall cease: and the moutaines of Israel shalbe desolate, and none shall passe through.
And I have made the land a desolation and an astonishment, And ceased hath the excellency of its strength, And desolated have been mountains of Israel, Without any one passing through.
I will make the land a desolation and an astonishment. The pride of her power will cease. The mountains of Israel will be desolate, so that no one will pass through.
For I will lay the land most desolate, and the pomp of her strength shall cease; and the mountains of Israel shall be desolate, that none shall pass through.
And I will make the land a wilderness, and a desert, and the proud strength thereof shall fail, and the mountains of Israel shall be desolate, because there is none to pass by them.
I will cause your country to become a desolate wasteland. You will no longer be proud of being a strong country. The mountains of Israel will become very desolate, with the result that no one will walk across them.
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 33:28
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- Ezekiel 33:28 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 33:28
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 33:28
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 33:28
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 33:28
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 33:28
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 33:28
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 33:28
- Sermons on Ezekiel 33:28
Context — Word of Jerusalem’s Fall
28I will make the land a desolate waste, and the pride of her strength will come to an end. The mountains of Israel will become desolate, so that no one will pass through.
29Then they will know that I am the LORD, when I have made the land a desolate waste because of all the abominations they have committed.’ 30As for you, son of man, your people are talking about you near the city walls and in the doorways of their houses. One speaks to another, each saying to his brother, ‘Come and hear the message that has come from the LORD!’Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 7:24 | So I will bring the most wicked of nations to take possession of their houses. I will end the pride of the mighty, and their holy places will be profaned. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 44:2 | “This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: You have seen all the disaster that I brought against Jerusalem and all the cities of Judah; and behold, they lie today in ruins and desolation |
| 3 | Jeremiah 44:6 | Therefore My wrath and anger poured out and burned in the cities of Judah and in the streets of Jerusalem, so that they have become the desolate ruin they are today. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 6:14 | I will stretch out My hand against them, and wherever they live I will make the land a desolate waste, from the wilderness to Diblah. Then they will know that I am the LORD.’” |
| 5 | Micah 7:13 | Then the earth will become desolate because of its inhabitants, as the fruit of their deeds. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 44:22 | So the LORD could no longer endure the evil deeds and detestable acts you committed, and your land became a desolation, a horror, and an object of cursing, without inhabitant, as it is this day. |
| 7 | 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.’ |
| 8 | Jeremiah 25:11 | And this whole land will become a desolate wasteland, and these nations will serve the king of Babylon for seventy years. |
| 9 | Zechariah 7:13–14 | And just as I had called and they would not listen, so when they called I would not listen, says the LORD of Hosts. But I scattered them with a whirlwind among all the nations that they had not known, and the land was left desolate behind them so that no one could come or go. Thus they turned the pleasant land into a desolation.” |
| 10 | 2 Chronicles 36:21 | So the land enjoyed its Sabbath rest all the days of the desolation, until seventy years were completed, in fulfillment of the word of the LORD through Jeremiah. |
Ezekiel 33:28 Summary
Ezekiel 33:28 is a warning from God that He will make the land of Israel desolate and empty because of the people's sinful actions, as seen in Ezekiel 33:26-27. This means that the things they were proud of and trusted in would be taken away, and they would be left with nothing, much like the judgment seen in Deuteronomy 28:15-68. This verse can teach us that when we trust in our own strength and abilities rather than in God, we can expect to face difficulties and challenges, but when we turn to Him and trust in His power, we can find hope and restoration, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the 'pride of her strength' to come to an end in Ezekiel 33:28?
This phrase refers to the end of Israel's confidence in their own power and military might, which had led them away from trusting in God, as seen in Ezekiel 33:26, where they relied on their swords and committed detestable acts.
Why will the mountains of Israel become desolate and uninhabited?
The desolation of the mountains is a result of God's judgment on the nation for their sinful actions, as stated in Ezekiel 33:29, where God says He will make the land a desolate waste because of all the abominations they have committed, much like the judgment seen in Leviticus 26:32-33.
Is this verse talking about a literal or spiritual desolation?
While the verse does speak of a physical desolation, as seen in Ezekiel 33:27, where those in the ruins will fall by the sword and those in the open field will be devoured by wild animals, it also has spiritual implications, as the people are being called to recognize and repent of their sins, as seen in 2 Chronicles 7:14.
How does this verse relate to the overall message of Ezekiel?
This verse is part of a larger theme in Ezekiel of God's judgment on Israel for their sins, followed by a message of hope and restoration, as seen in Ezekiel 36:22-32, where God promises to give them a new heart and put His Spirit within them, and in Ezekiel 37:21-28, where God promises to gather them from all the countries and bring them back into their own land.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I have been relying on my own strength rather than trusting in God, and how can I surrender them to Him?
- How can I apply the principle of repentance and recognition of sin, as seen in this verse, to my own life and relationships?
- What does it mean for me to 'pass through' the challenges of life with faith and trust in God, rather than trying to navigate them on my own, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6?
- How can I be a source of hope and encouragement to others who may be facing desolation and difficulty, pointing them to the promises of God, as seen in Psalm 23:4 and Isaiah 43:2?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 33:28
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 33:28
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 33:28
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 33:28
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 33:28
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 33:28
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 33:28
Sermons on Ezekiel 33:28
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Where Have You Taken Jesus? by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the struggle of being in a religious environment that is disconnected from the true heart of God. They emphasize the importance of being touch |
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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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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Daniel) ch.1:1-1:8 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the book of Daniel and its relevance to the end times. The book is divided into two parts: the first six chapters are historical and the last |
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Eternity and Time 04 Daniel's 70'th Week by David Clifford | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of time periods in relation to God's eternal purpose. He explains that these periods, referred to as dispensations, are symbolic |
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The Message of Ezra by G. Campbell Morgan | G. Campbell Morgan delivers a powerful sermon on 'The Message of Ezra,' emphasizing God's sovereignty and His ability to restore and remake His people, much like a potter reshapes |
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Knowing and Serving the Lord in a Day of Crisis by Tom Macartney | Tom Macartney preaches on the life of Daniel, who lived through a time of crisis during the exile in Babylon. Daniel's foundations were his personal knowledge of God and his unswer |






