Lux Domini
Then take of them again, and cast them into the midst of the fire, and burn them in the fire; for thereof shall a fire come forth into all the house of Israel.

What does Ezekiel 5:4 mean?

The prophet must shave off the hair of his head and beard, which signifies God's utter rejecting and abandoning that people.

Key themes

Justice and mercyGlory of GodJudgmentExile

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Keep this verse inside Ezekiel 5:1-4 and alongside a few nearby related passages.