Ezekiel 23:22-49

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+title = "Ezekiel 23:22–49"
+date = "2023-05-01"
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+### [Read the passage.](https://biblia.com/bible/esv/Ezekiel23.22-49)
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+After the case has been made against Oholibah, the judgements are pronounced.
+The same fate that befell her sister is given to her, namely that her lovers
+turn against her and destroy her beauty. In this way the Lord will put an end
+to the detestable deeds she had done with them. The same cup of judgement that
+Samaria drank will be given to Jerusalem in full measure, so that even the
+dregs and drops left on the shards of the cup will be drunk. She has forgotten
+the Lord and His holiness, and now must endure the consequences.
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+Again, the Lord reiterates the sins of Israel, and has Ezekiel declare them to
+the people. Idolatry, including child sacrifice. Adultery with foreign
+officials, and feasts celebrating their iniquity. Righteous men will pass
+judgement on her like an adulteress or murderess. The terror that will befall
+is to become a watchword and a warning, so that everyone knows not to do these
+things.
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+Make us holy as You are holy.