Son of man, set thy face toward the south, and drop thy word toward the south, and prophesy against the forest of the south field;
What does Ezekiel 20:46 mean?
Judah and Jerusalem had been full of people, as a forest of trees, but empty of fruit. God's word prophesies against those who bring not forth the fruits of righteousness.
Key themes
Justice and mercyTruthGlory of GodJudgment
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Keep this verse inside Ezekiel 20:45-49 and alongside a few nearby related passages.
Related topics
Glossary
- Negeb Place
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Biblical region. Modern identification: Tel Beer Sheva.