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Ezekiel 16:15

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
But thou didst trust in thine own beauty, and playedst the harlot because of thy renown, and pouredst out thy fornications on every one that passed by; his it was.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

But you got caught up in your own beauty and started using your fame to hook up with literally everyone who came along, you belonged to whoever wanted you.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When you get too obsessed with your own hype, you end up losing yourself to anyone who gives you attention.

📚 Historical Context

Ezekiel was a prophet speaking to the Jewish exiles in Babylon around the 6th century BC, during the time of Judah's punishment for its sins. In this chapter, he uses a powerful allegory comparing Jerusalem to an unfaithful wife, illustrating how Israel had turned to idolatry and foreign alliances despite God's faithful care. This reflects the broader historical pattern of Israel's covenant unfaithfulness that led to their exile.

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