Ezekiel 22:2 akjv — Now, you son of man, will you judge, will you judge the bloody city? yes, you shall show her all her abominations.

American King James Version

"Now, you son of man, will you judge, will you judge the bloody city? yes, you shall show her all her abominations. "

— Ezekiel 22:2, American King James Version

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Ezekiel 22 — Context

1

Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

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Now, you son of man, will you judge, will you judge the bloody city? yes, you shall show her all her abominations.

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Then say you, Thus says the Lord GOD, The city sheds blood in the middle of it, that her time may come, and makes idols against herself to defile herself.

4

You are become guilty in your blood that you have shed; and have defiled yourself in your idols which you have made; and you have caused your days to draw near, and are come even to your years: therefore have I made you a reproach to the heathen, and a mocking to all countries.

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Those that be near, and those that be far from you, shall mock you, which are infamous and much vexed.

Ezekiel 22:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Ezekiel 22:2 say?
Ezekiel 22:2 in the American King James Version reads: “Now, you son of man, will you judge, will you judge the bloody city? yes, you shall show her all her abominations. ”
Where is Ezekiel 22:2 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 22:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 22, verse 2.
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 22:2.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 22:2 in?
Ezekiel 22:2 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 22:2?
Ezekiel 22:2 reads (AKJV): “Now, you son of man, will you judge, will you judge the bloody city? yes, you shall show her all her abominations. ” 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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