Ezekiel 16:56 net — In your days of majesty, was not Sodom your sister a byword in your mouth,

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"In your days of majesty, was not Sodom your sister a byword in your mouth,"

— Ezekiel 16:56, NET Bible

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Ezekiel 16 — Context

53

“‘I will restore their fortunes, the fortunes of Sodom and her daughters, and the fortunes of Samaria and her daughters(along with your fortunes among them),

54

so that you may bear your disgrace and be ashamed of all you have done in consoling them.

55

As for your sisters, Sodom and her daughters will be restored to their former status, Samaria and her daughters will be restored to their former status, and you and your daughters will be restored to your former status.

56

In your days of majesty, was not Sodom your sister a byword in your mouth,

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before your evil was exposed? Now you have become an object of scorn to the daughters of Aram and all those around her and to the daughters of the Philistines– those all around you who despise you.

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You must bear your punishment for your obscene conduct and your abominable practices, declares the LORD.

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“‘For this is what the Sovereign LORD says: I will deal with you according to what you have done when you despised your oath by breaking your covenant.

Ezekiel 16:56 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 16:56 say?
Ezekiel 16:56 in the NET Bible reads: “In your days of majesty, was not Sodom your sister a byword in your mouth,”
Where is Ezekiel 16:56 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 16:56 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 16, verse 56.
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 16:56.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 16:56 in?
Ezekiel 16:56 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 16:56?
Ezekiel 16:56 reads (NET): “In your days of majesty, was not Sodom your sister a byword in your mouth,” 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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