But they encouraged my people to worship idols, causing Israel to fall into deep sin. So I have taken a solemn oath that they must bear the consequences for their sins, says the Sovereign Lord.

Commentaries

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Admonition to the ministering priests, grounded upon former neglect.

On Ezekiel 44:4: The north gate before the house – This…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Because they ministered to them before their idols
Had officiated for them in the priest's office, their idols being…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

This chapter contains ordinances relative to the true priests. The prince evidently means Christ, and the words in Ezekiel 44:2 may remind us that …