Charles Spurgeon Commentary Ezekiel 16:1-2

"Again the word of Jehovah came unto me, saying, Son of man, cause Jerusalem to know her abominations;" — Ezekiel 16:1-2 (ASV)

This is a very necessary command, for unless people know their disease, they will not turn to the great Physician. Only one who knows that he is poor will be willing to accept alms. It is, therefore, a necessary part of the duty of God's servants to cause sinners to know their evil ways: Son of man, cause Jerusalem to know her abominations.