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Ezekiel 12:20 cpdv — And cities that are now inhabited will become desolate, and the land will be forsaken. And you shall know that I am the…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And cities that are now inhabited will become desolate, and the land will be forsaken. And you shall know that I am the Lord.” "

— Ezekiel 12:20, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Ezekiel 12 — Context

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And the word of the Lord came to me, saying:

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“Son of man, eat your bread in consternation. Moreover, drink your water hurriedly and in sorrow.

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And say to the people of the land: Thus says the Lord God, to those who are living in Jerusalem, in the land of Israel: They shall eat their bread in anxiety, and drink their water in desolation, so that the land may be desolate before its multitude, because of the iniquity of all who are living in it.

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And cities that are now inhabited will become desolate, and the land will be forsaken. And you shall know that I am the Lord.”

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And the word of the Lord came to me, saying:

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“Son of man, what is this proverb that you have in the land of Israel? saying: ‘The days shall be extended in length, and every vision shall perish.’

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Therefore, say to them: Thus says the Lord God: I will cause this proverb to cease, and it shall no longer be a common saying in Israel. And tell them that the days are approaching, and the word of every vision.

Ezekiel 12:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 12:20 say?
Ezekiel 12:20 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And cities that are now inhabited will become desolate, and the land will be forsaken. And you shall know that I am the Lord.” ”
Where is Ezekiel 12:20 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 12:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 12, verse 20.
Who wrote Ezekiel?
Ezekiel is traditionally attributed to Ezekiel the priest. It was written c. 593–571 BC.
What is the book of Ezekiel about?
Ezekiel ministers among the exiles in Babylon with vivid visions, sign-acts, and oracles. He sees God's glory depart from a defiled temple, then promises dry bones brought to life, a new heart, and a restored temple — pictures of resurrection and the new covenant fulfilled in Christ.
What are the major themes of Ezekiel?
Ezekiel explores themes including Glory of God, Judgment, New Heart, Resurrection, New Temple. These themes shape the meaning and context of Ezekiel 12:20.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 12:20 in?
Ezekiel 12:20 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Ezekiel 12:20?
Ezekiel 12:20 reads (CPDV): “And cities that are now inhabited will become desolate, and the land will be forsaken. And you shall know that I am the Lord.” ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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