Ezekiel 7:23 kjva — Make a chain: for the land is full of bloody crimes, and the city is full of violence.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Make a chain: for the land is full of bloody crimes, and the city is full of violence."

— Ezekiel 7:23, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Ezekiel 7 — Context

20

As for the beauty of his ornament, he set it in majesty: but they made the images of their abominations and of their detestable things therein: therefore have I set it far from them.

21

And I will give it into the hands of the strangers for a prey, and to the wicked of the earth for a spoil; and they shall pollute it.

22

My face will I turn also from them, and they shall pollute my secret place: for the robbers shall enter into it, and defile it.

23

Make a chain: for the land is full of bloody crimes, and the city is full of violence.

24

Wherefore I will bring the worst of the heathen, and they shall possess their houses: I will also make the pomp of the strong to cease; and their holy places shall be defiled.

25

Destruction cometh; and they shall seek peace, and there shall be none.

26

Mischief shall come upon mischief, and rumour shall be upon rumour; then shall they seek a vision of the prophet; but the law shall perish from the priest, and counsel from the ancients.

Ezekiel 7:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 7:23 say?
Ezekiel 7:23 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Make a chain: for the land is full of bloody crimes, and the city is full of violence.”
Where is Ezekiel 7:23 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 7:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 7, verse 23.
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 7:23.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 7:23 in?
Ezekiel 7:23 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 7:23?
Ezekiel 7:23 reads (KJVA): “Make a chain: for the land is full of bloody crimes, and the city is full of violence.” 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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