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Ezekiel 15

8 verses

TL;DR

Ezekiel 15 uses the image of a vine tree burned by fire to warn that Jerusalem will face successive judgments and desolation for its transgressions.

Summary

The chapter opens with God's word, where He asks if a vine tree is better than any other tree. He then describes how the vine, once whole, is useless, but when burned, it is utterly destroyed. God uses this as a parable to explain that He will bring Jerusalem to the fire as well, and that He will set His face against them. He warns that a second fire will consume them, demonstrating His judgment. Finally, God declares that He will make the land desolate because of their trespasses, emphasizing the consequences of disobedience.

Outline
  1. Vines and fire as a parable for judgment (verses 1‑5)
  2. God's judgment upon Jerusalem (verses 6‑7)
  3. Desolation of the land as a result of sin (verse 8)
Themes
Judgment and divine wrathCovenant fidelity and disobedienceDesolation as consequence
Keywords
vine treefirejudgmentdesolationLordinhabitants of Jerusalem
People
Inhabitants of Jerusalem
Places
Jerusalem
Things
Vine treeFireDesolationLord's face
Key Verses
  • Ezekiel 15:6: Introduces the parable that illustrates God's judgment on Jerusalem.
  • Ezekiel 15:7: Shows the double fire, emphasizing the severity of God's judgment.
Questions
  • Why does God compare Jerusalem to a burning vine?
  • What does the 'second fire' represent in the context of divine judgment?
  • How does the concept of desolation function as a warning to the people?
  • What parallels can be drawn between the parable of the vine and other biblical warnings?
Sentiment

negative
The passage conveys a stern warning of judgment and desolation.