Thus saith the Lord GOD; When the whole earth rejoiceth, I will make thee desolate.
This is what the Lord God says: When the whole world is celebrating and thriving, I'm going to leave you completely empty and broken.
While everyone else is winning, you'll be left with nothing, that's what happens when you mess with God's people.
📚 Historical Context
Ezekiel was a prophet during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BC, delivering messages from God to the exiled Israelites about divine judgment on their enemies. In Ezekiel 35, the prophecy targets the Edomites, descendants of Esau who had rejoiced in Judah's fall and even aided in its destruction during the Babylonian invasion. God is affirming His sovereignty by warning that despite any worldly celebrations, He will bring desolation to Edom as retribution for their enmity toward Israel.
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