Ezekiel 25:11 kjv
And I will execute judgments upon Moab; and they shall know that I am the LORD.
Ezekiel 25:11 nkjv
And I will execute judgments upon Moab, and they shall know that I am the LORD."
Ezekiel 25:11 niv
and I will inflict punishment on Moab. Then they will know that I am the LORD.'?"
Ezekiel 25:11 esv
and I will execute judgments upon Moab. Then they will know that I am the LORD.
Ezekiel 25:11 nlt
In the same way, I will bring my judgment down on the Moabites. Then they will know that I am the LORD.
Ezekiel 25 11 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Num 21:29 | Woe to you, O Moab! You are undone, O people of Chemosh! | Moab's association with Chemosh. |
| Num 22:3-6 | ...Moab was exceedingly afraid of the people... sent messengers to Balaam | Early hostility and fear of Israel. |
| Deut 23:3-4 | An Ammonite or Moabite shall not enter the assembly of the LORD... | Perpetual animosity against Israel. |
| Isa 15:1-9 | An oracle concerning Moab. | Prophecy of Moab's destruction. |
| Isa 16:6-12 | We have heard of the pride of Moab, how proud he is... | Moab's arrogance as a reason for judgment. |
| Jer 48:1-47 | Concerning Moab. Thus says the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel... | Extensive prophecy of Moab's desolation. |
| Jer 49:6 | But afterward I will bring back the captives of the sons of Ammon, declares the LORD. | Contrasting future hope for some nations (not Moab). |
| Amos 2:1-3 | For three transgressions of Moab, and for four, I will not revoke the punishment... | Specific judgments for burning Edom's king. |
| Zeph 2:8-11 | I have heard the taunts of Moab and the revilings of the Ammonites... | Judgment for taunting Israel and pride. |
| Ezek 25:8 | ...Moab and Seir say, "Behold, the house of Judah is like all the other nations" | Immediate context: Moab's rejoicing at Judah's fall. |
| Ezek 6:7 | And the slain shall fall in your midst, and you shall know that I am the LORD. | "Know I am LORD" formula used in Israel's judgment. |
| Ezek 6:10 | ...when their slain are in their midst among their altars, then they shall know that I am the LORD. | Recognition through judgment on idolatry. |
| Ezek 14:23 | ...you shall know that I have not done without cause all that I have done... | Judgment's purpose is to reveal God's just character. |
| Ezek 35:15 | ...So I will do to you... you shall know that I am the LORD. | Judgment on Mount Seir for similar reasons. |
| Exod 7:5 | ...the Egyptians shall know that I am the LORD, when I stretch out my hand... | God's self-revelation to Egyptians through plagues. |
| Psa 9:16 | The LORD has made himself known; he has executed judgment... | God reveals Himself through judgment. |
| Psa 58:11 | ...and men will say, "Surely there is a reward for the righteous; surely there is a God who judges on earth." | Universal acknowledgment of God's justice. |
| Isa 45:3 | ...that you may know that I am the LORD, the God of Israel, who calls you by your name. | Recognition formula in a context of sovereignty/election. |
| Joel 3:12 | Let the nations be stirred up... For there I will sit to judge all the surrounding nations. | God's ultimate judgment over all nations. |
| Rom 9:17 | ...that in you I might show my power, and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth. | God's actions revealing His glory universally. |
| Jude 1:15 | ...to execute judgment on all and to convict all the ungodly... | God's ultimate universal judgment. |
| Rev 15:4 | ...for Your righteous judgments have been revealed. | Eschatological judgments reveal God's righteousness. |
Ezekiel 25 verses
Ezekiel 25 11 Meaning
God declares He will execute severe judgments upon the nation of Moab. These divine actions of judgment are not merely punitive but serve a foundational purpose: through them, the Moabites, along with all surrounding nations, will come to experientially understand and acknowledge the unique power, justice, and absolute sovereignty of the LORD, the God of Israel.
Ezekiel 25 11 Context
Ezekiel 25 marks a distinct shift in the prophet's ministry. Having prophesied judgment against Judah and Jerusalem (chapters 1-24), Ezekiel now turns to the surrounding nations. This specific oracle against Moab (vv. 8-11) is part of a series condemning various enemies for their hostility towards God's people, particularly their rejoicing and gloating over Judah's downfall. Moab, situated east of the Dead Sea, shared a long, often antagonistic history with Israel, dating back to their origin as descendants of Lot. They were notorious for their national deity Chemosh, their pride, and their persistent opposition to Israel. At the time of Judah's destruction by Babylon, Moab likely saw it as an opportunity for expansion or a sign of the weakness of Israel's God, YHWH, in comparison to their own gods. God's judgment here asserts His unchallenged sovereignty, demonstrating that even when His people are disciplined, He remains the ultimate authority over all nations.
Ezekiel 25 11 Word analysis
- And I will execute (וְעָשִׂיתִי, v'asīti): "And I will do" or "And I will make." The verb ‘asah (to do, make, accomplish) implies direct, intentional action by God, emphasizing His sovereign agency. It signifies that this is not a random event but a purposeful act originating from God Himself.
- judgments (שְׁפָטִים, shĕfaṭîm): Plural of mishpat, which refers to divine decrees, just laws, or judicial acts. It implies not mere punishment but the application of righteous standards. God's judgments are always just and based on His character and covenant, even against pagan nations who transgress moral and cosmic laws known to them.
- upon Moab (בְּמוֹאָב, b'Mô’āv): "In/upon Moab." This phrase explicitly names the target, emphasizing the specific and deliberate nature of the judgment against this particular nation. It leaves no doubt about the recipient of God's action.
- and they shall know (וְיָדְעוּ, v'yāde‘û): From the verb yada‘, "to know," implying experiential, profound knowledge, not just intellectual acknowledgment. It denotes a forced, undeniable realization of truth that cannot be ignored or disputed. Through suffering the consequences, Moab will learn firsthand.
- that I am the LORD (כִּי אֲנִי יְהוָה, kî ‘ănî Yahweh): This is a powerful self-revelation, the "recognition formula" prominent in Ezekiel.
- that I am (ki ani): Expresses a strong, emphatic assertion of divine identity.
- the LORD (YHWH): God's covenant name, signifying His eternal, self-existent nature, His faithfulness to His promises, and His supreme, unique deity. It directly confronts any rival claims of pagan gods (like Chemosh) and asserts His absolute control over all creation and nations.
Words-group by words-group analysis:
- "And I will execute judgments upon Moab": This phrase highlights God's active, intentional intervention in the affairs of nations. It's not passive observation but direct divine action. The judgments are not arbitrary but align with God's perfect justice, implying a basis for the action (Moab's historical pride and malice towards Judah).
- "and they shall know that I am the LORD": This is the theological lynchpin, clarifying the ultimate purpose of divine judgment. It transforms mere punishment into a revelatory act. God's glory and identity are unveiled, not only to Israel but to those who oppose Him. The outcome of His judgment is a forced understanding of His unique sovereignty.
Ezekiel 25 11 Bonus section
The "recognition formula" ("they shall know that I am the LORD") in Ezekiel is incredibly versatile. While it often appears in contexts of judgment against nations (as here), it is also used regarding God's judgments against unfaithful Israel, His subsequent restoration of Israel, and even in positive covenant-keeping contexts. This emphasizes that God's overarching goal in all His dealings with humanity and creation is the revelation of Himself as the one true, sovereign LORD. The specificity of "Moab" points to the fact that God's universal sovereignty extends to particular geopolitical realities and individual nations, each held accountable to His divine standard, whether or not they acknowledge it beforehand. The judgments are a direct consequence of Moab's ungodly rejoicing and gloating over the affliction of God's chosen people, revealing that attacking Israel is seen as an attack on YHWH Himself.
Ezekiel 25 11 Commentary
Ezekiel 25:11 succinctly articulates the core theological purpose behind God's judgment upon Moab: the self-revelation of YHWH. Moab, representative of the nations hostile to God's people, often saw Israel's misfortunes as a weakness of their God. This verse declares that God will counter such arrogance and ignorance with definitive acts of justice. The "judgments" (mishpatim) are not simply destructive but demonstrate God's righteous governance over all creation, vindicating His holiness and power. The result, "they shall know that I am the LORD," is an undeniable, experiential conviction that Israel's God, YHWH, is not merely a tribal deity, but the supreme and sovereign Ruler, a truth made manifest through the consequences of defying Him. This principle extends to all who dismiss or disrespect God's authority; His actions in history will ultimately reveal His identity.