Ezekiel 13:10 kjv
Because, even because they have seduced my people, saying, Peace; and there was no peace; and one built up a wall, and, lo, others daubed it with untempered morter:
Ezekiel 13:10 nkjv
"Because, indeed, because they have seduced My people, saying, 'Peace!' when there is no peace?and one builds a wall, and they plaster it with untempered mortar?
Ezekiel 13:10 niv
"?'Because they lead my people astray, saying, "Peace," when there is no peace, and because, when a flimsy wall is built, they cover it with whitewash,
Ezekiel 13:10 esv
Precisely because they have misled my people, saying, 'Peace,' when there is no peace, and because, when the people build a wall, these prophets smear it with whitewash,
Ezekiel 13:10 nlt
"This will happen because these evil prophets deceive my people by saying, 'All is peaceful' when there is no peace at all! It's as if the people have built a flimsy wall, and these prophets are trying to reinforce it by covering it with whitewash!
Ezekiel 13 10 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Ezekiel 13:10 | "Because, yes because they have led astray my people, saying, ‘Peace!’ when there is no peace," | God denouncing false security |
| Jeremiah 6:14 | "They dress the wound of my people casually, saying, ‘Peace, peace,’ when there is no peace." | Similar condemnation |
| Jeremiah 8:11 | "They have healed the wound of my people lightly, saying, ‘Peace, peace,’ when there is no peace." | Parallel imagery |
| Romans 11:33 | "Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments and his paths!" | God's sovereign judgments |
| 1 Thessalonians 5:3 | "While they are saying, ‘Peace and safety!’ then sudden destruction will come upon them..." | Warning against false security |
| Hebrews 13:8 | "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." | God's unchanging word |
| Isaiah 5:20 | "Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil, who put darkness for light, and light for darkness..." | Reversing truth |
| Ezekiel 3:18 | "If I say to the wicked, ‘You will surely die,’ and you give him no warning, nor speak to warn the wicked from his wicked way, in order to save his life, that wicked person shall die in his iniquity, but his blood I will require at your hand." | Prophet's responsibility |
| Ezekiel 33:6 | "but if the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the trumpet, so that the people are not warned, and the sword comes and takes a life from them, that life is taken in his iniquity, but his blood I will require at the watchman's hand." | Prophet's responsibility |
| Acts 20:29 | "I know that after my departure fierce wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock," | Warning against false teachers |
| 2 Corinthians 11:14 | "And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light." | Deception by evil powers |
| Matthew 7:15 | "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves." | Identifying false prophets |
| 1 Peter 5:8 | "Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion seeking someone to devour." | Spiritual watchfulness |
| Galatians 1:8 | "But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach to you a gospel contrary to the one we preached to you, let him be accursed." | Purity of the gospel |
| Jude 1:3 | "Beloved, although I was very eager to write to you about our common salvation, I felt compelled to write to you and urge you to continue to contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints." | Contending for the faith |
| Proverbs 29:18 | "Where there is no vision, the people are cast off, but blessed is he who keeps the law." | Need for true guidance |
| Amos 3:7 | "Surely the Lord GOD does nothing unless he reveals his secret to his servants the prophets." | God revealing His will |
| John 8:44 | "You are of your father the devil, and your desires to do your father’s will. He was a murderer from the beginning..." | The father of lies |
| Romans 10:14 | "How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without a preacher?" | The importance of preaching |
| Ephesians 4:14 | "so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by the formula of deceitful workmen." | Danger of doctrinal error |
| Zechariah 7:10 | "and do not oppress the widow, the fatherless, the sojourner, or the poor, and let none of you devise evil against another in your hearts.” | Social justice emphasis |
| Hosea 4:6 | "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge; because you have rejected knowledge, I reject you from being priest to me." | Consequences of ignorance |
Ezekiel 13 verses
Ezekiel 13 10 Meaning
This verse describes the superficial and flawed nature of the prophecies given by false prophets in Israel. They applied a faulty "plaster" or coating to a wall that was inherently unsound, signifying their deceptive words that did not address the true spiritual decay of the nation. Their prophecies offered a false sense of security and were ultimately useless in preventing the impending judgment from God.
Ezekiel 13 10 Context
Chapter 13 of Ezekiel continues God's condemnation of the false prophets and prophetesses in Israel. These individuals are accused of speaking lies and leading the people astray with their superficial pronouncements. The specific context of verse 10 involves a critique of their message of "peace," which offered false reassurance to a people facing imminent divine judgment due to their sin and rebellion. Historically, the nation of Israel was on the brink of the Babylonian exile, a time when true repentance was needed, not hollow promises. The false prophets are contrasted with true prophets who faithfully declared God's word, even when it brought difficult truths.
Ezekiel 13 10 Word analysis
"Because": (Hebrew: מִכֵּן - mikken) Indicates the reason or cause for the following statement. It emphasizes the justification for God's judgment on these prophets.
"yes because": (Hebrew: מִכֵּן כִּי - mikken kiy) This double affirmation intensifies the reason, stressing the absolute certainty and weight of their transgression.
"they": Refers to the false prophets and prophetesses previously mentioned.
"have led astray": (Hebrew: הִטּוּ - hiṭṭû) From the root נָטָה (nāṭâ), meaning to incline, turn aside, or deceive. It highlights their active role in misguiding God's people.
"my people": Refers specifically to the people of Israel, God's chosen covenant people, emphasizing that the prophets' deception was against those in a special relationship with God.
"saying": Introduces the deceptive message they proclaimed.
"‘Peace’": (Hebrew: שָׁלוֹם - shalom) This common Hebrew greeting, signifying peace, well-being, and completeness, is used here with a malicious intent. It represents a false sense of security.
"when there is no peace": (Hebrew: וְאֵין שָׁלוֹם - wə'ên shālōm) Directly contradicts their declaration. This stark contrast reveals the depth of their deceit, proclaiming security in the midst of impending disaster.
Words Group Analysis:
- "led astray my people, saying, ‘Peace,’ when there is no peace": This phrase encapsulates the core of the false prophets' sin: they provided a comforting but ultimately deadly falsehood to a people who desperately needed a warning. It mirrors the unfaithfulness of shepherds who allow their flock to be scattered and harmed by offering superficial comfort instead of true protection.
Ezekiel 13 10 Bonus section
The act of "plastering" a wall described earlier in the chapter (Ezekiel 13:10b states they plaster it with untempered mortar) uses imagery of a superficial repair. In ancient building practices, untempered mortar would not adhere well and would be prone to cracking and crumbling, especially under stress. This made the wall outwardly appear stable but inwardly weak and susceptible to collapse. The false prophets, by their words, applied a similar weak and temporary coating to the moral and spiritual state of Israel. Their prophecies offered no genuine healing or restoration, only a misleading facade that would ultimately fail when God's judgment (like heavy rain or strong winds) hit. This reflects a deeper truth found in Psalm 118:8, "It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man."
Ezekiel 13 10 Commentary
The false prophets in Ezekiel’s time, much like some may act today, offered words of comfort and assurance (peace) to the people without any true basis. They "plastered" over the cracks in the spiritual foundation of the nation, creating an illusion of stability while ignoring the deep-seated sin that was leading to judgment. Their prophecies were a departure from God's true message and were ultimately self-serving, aiming to gain favor and prestige rather than to lead people to repentance. This highlights the crucial difference between true prophetic ministry, which speaks God’s truth even when difficult, and false prophecy, which panders to popular opinion or personal desire. The core problem identified is deception – replacing God's reality with a palatable lie.
- Practical Usage Example: Today, a modern-day parallel might be leaders or voices in society (even within religious circles) who assure people that everything is fine, despite clear signs of moral decay or impending societal breakdown, thus preventing genuine acknowledgment and repentance of issues.