Can thine heart endure, or can thine hands be strong, in the days that I shall deal with thee? I the LORD have spoken it, and will do it.
Do you really think you can handle what's coming? Can you stay strong when I deal with you directly? I'm the LORD, and when I say something's going to happen, it happens.
God's asking if you're ready for the consequences, because his word is his bond.
📚 Historical Context
Ezekiel was a prophet speaking to the Jewish exiles in Babylon during the 6th century BC, condemning the sins of Jerusalem and Judah, including idolatry, injustice, and corruption among leaders and people. In this verse, God challenges the endurance of the people as He announces impending judgment through the Babylonian conquest. This reflects the historical reality of Judah's downfall, as the nation faced exile and destruction for repeatedly turning away from God's covenant.
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