Ye eat the fat, and ye clothe you with the wool, ye kill them that are fed: but ye feed not the flock.
You take all the good stuff for yourselves, the best food, the nicest clothes, you even get rid of the healthy ones, but you don't actually take care of the people you're supposed to be looking after.
Called out for taking everything while giving nothing back to the people who need you.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Ezekiel, written during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BC, the prophet condemns the leaders of Israel for acting like selfish shepherds who exploited the people for their own gain. These leaders, including kings and priests, were taking the best resources, such as the fat and wool from the flock, while failing to protect and nourish those they were responsible for. This passage reflects God's broader judgment on unfaithful leadership in ancient Israel, emphasizing His role as the true shepherd.
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