Ezekiel 23:20 net — She lusted after her lovers there, whose genitals were like those of donkeys, and whose emission was like that of stall…

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"She lusted after her lovers there, whose genitals were like those of donkeys, and whose emission was like that of stallions."

— Ezekiel 23:20, NET Bible

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Ezekiel 23 — Context

17

The Babylonians crawled into bed with her. They defiled her with their lust; after she was defiled by them, she became disgusted with them.

18

When she lustfully exposed her nakedness, I was disgusted with her, just as I had been disgusted with her sister.

19

Yet she increased her prostitution, remembering the days of her youth when she engaged in prostitution in the land of Egypt.

20

She lusted after her lovers there, whose genitals were like those of donkeys, and whose emission was like that of stallions.

21

This is how you assessed the obscene conduct of your youth, when the Egyptians fondled your nipples and squeezed your young breasts.

22

“Therefore, Oholibah, this is what the Sovereign LORD says: Look here, I am about to stir up against you the lovers with whom you were disgusted; I will bring them against you from every side:

23

the Babylonians and all the Chaldeans, Pekod, Shoa, and Koa, and all the Assyrians with them, desirable young men, all of them governors and officials, officers and nobles, all of them riding on horses.

Ezekiel 23:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 23:20 say?
Ezekiel 23:20 in the NET Bible reads: “She lusted after her lovers there, whose genitals were like those of donkeys, and whose emission was like that of stallions.”
Where is Ezekiel 23:20 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 23:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 23, 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 23:20.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 23:20 in?
Ezekiel 23:20 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 23:20?
Ezekiel 23:20 reads (NET): “She lusted after her lovers there, whose genitals were like those of donkeys, and whose emission was like that of stallions.” 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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