When the righteous turneth from his righteousness, and committeth iniquity, he shall even die thereby.
When someone who's been doing right starts choosing wrong and gets into destructive stuff, those choices will literally destroy them.
Your choices have consequences, even good people can mess up their lives if they start making bad decisions.
📚 Historical Context
Ezekiel was a prophet speaking to the Jewish exiles in Babylon during the 6th century BC, a time when God was judging Israel for their persistent idolatry and unfaithfulness. In this chapter, God appoints Ezekiel as a watchman to warn the people about the consequences of their actions, emphasizing that each person is responsible for their own spiritual path. This verse fits into a broader message about repentance and accountability, showing that even those who have lived righteously can face severe judgment if they turn to sin.
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