Ezekiel 13:12 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Lo, when the wall is fallen, shall it not be said unto you, Where is the daubing wherewith ye have daubed it?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Look, when that wall comes crashing down, don't you think people are going to ask you, 'Where's all that cheap plaster you slapped on to make it look sturdy?'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

You can't fake your way through forever, eventually the truth comes out.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Ezekiel, the prophet is addressing the exiled Israelites in Babylon during the 6th century BC, warning them about false prophets who promised false security and peace. These prophets were compared to people who daubed or plastered over weak walls, making them appear strong but failing to address the underlying problems. When the walls inevitably collapsed, it revealed the emptiness of their deceptive work.

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