Ezekiel 20:48
New International Version
Everyone will see that I the LORD have kindled it; it will not be quenched.’”

New Living Translation
And everyone in the world will see that I, the LORD, have set this fire. It will not be put out.’”

English Standard Version
All flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it; it shall not be quenched.”

Berean Standard Bible
Then all people will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it will not be quenched.”

King James Bible
And all flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it: it shall not be quenched.

New King James Version
All flesh shall see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it shall not be quenched.” ’ ”

New American Standard Bible
And all mankind will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it will not go out.”’”

NASB 1995
“All flesh will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it shall not be quenched."’”

NASB 1977
“And all flesh will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it shall not be quenched.”’”

Legacy Standard Bible
And all flesh will see that I, Yahweh, have made it burn; it shall not be quenched.”’”

Amplified Bible
All flesh will see that I the LORD have kindled it; it will not be quenched.”’”

Christian Standard Bible
Then all humanity will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it. It will not be extinguished.’ ”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then all people will see that I, Yahweh, have kindled it. It will not be extinguished.”

American Standard Version
And all flesh shall see that I, Jehovah, have kindled it; it shall not be quenched.

Contemporary English Version
Everyone will know that I started it, and that it cannot be stopped."

English Revised Version
And all flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it: it shall not be quenched.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then everyone will know that I, the LORD, started the fire. It will never be put out.'"

Good News Translation
They will all see that I, the LORD, set it on fire and that no one can put it out."

International Standard Version
Then everyone will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it, because it won't be extinguished."'"

Majority Standard Bible
Then all people will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it will not be quenched.”

NET Bible
And everyone will see that I, the LORD, have burned it; it will not be extinguished.'"

New Heart English Bible
All flesh shall see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it shall not be quenched."'"

Webster's Bible Translation
And all flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it: it shall not be quenched.

World English Bible
All flesh will see that I, Yahweh, have kindled it. It will not be quenched.”’”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And all flesh has seen, that I, YHWH, have kindled it—it is not quenched.”

Young's Literal Translation
And seen have all flesh, that I, Jehovah, have kindled it -- it is not quenched.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And all flesh saw that I Jehovah kindled it: it shall not be quenched.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And all flesh shall see, that I the Lord have kindled it, and it shall not be quenched.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And all flesh will see that I, the Lord, have kindled it, and that it will not be extinguished.”

New American Bible
All flesh shall see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it shall not be quenched.

New Revised Standard Version
All flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it; it shall not be quenched.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And all flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it; it shall not be quenched.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And everybody shall see it, that I, LORD JEHOVAH, set fire to it, and you shall not put it out”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
All flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it; it shall not be quenched.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And all flesh shall know that I the Lord have kindled it: it shall not be quenched.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
A Prophecy Against the South
47Say to the forest of the Negev: Hear the word of the LORD! This is what the Lord GOD says: I am about to ignite in you a fire, and it will devour all your trees, both green and dry. The blazing flame will not be quenched, and by it every face from south to north will be scorched. 48Then all people will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it will not be quenched.” 49Then I said, “Ah, Lord GOD, they are saying of me, ‘Is he not just telling parables?’ ”…

Cross References
Isaiah 66:15-16
For behold, the LORD will come with fire—His chariots are like a whirlwind—to execute His anger with fury and His rebuke with flames of fire. / For by fire and by His sword, the LORD will execute judgment on all flesh, and many will be slain by the LORD.

Jeremiah 21:14
I will punish you as your deeds deserve, declares the LORD. I will kindle a fire in your forest that will consume everything around you.’”

Jeremiah 7:20
Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, My anger and My fury will be poured out on this place, on man and beast, on the trees of the field and the produce of the land, and it will burn and not be extinguished.

Isaiah 9:18-19
For wickedness burns like a fire that consumes the thorns and briers and kindles the forest thickets, which roll upward in billows of smoke. / By the wrath of the LORD of Hosts the land is scorched, and the people are fuel for the fire. No man even spares his brother.

Jeremiah 17:27
But if you do not listen to Me to keep the Sabbath day holy by not carrying a load while entering the gates of Jerusalem on the Sabbath day, then I will kindle an unquenchable fire in its gates to consume the citadels of Jerusalem.’”

Isaiah 10:17-18
And the Light of Israel will become a fire, and its Holy One a flame. In a single day it will burn and devour Assyria’s thorns and thistles. / The splendor of its forests and orchards, both soul and body, it will completely destroy, as a sickness consumes a man.

Jeremiah 11:16
The LORD once called you a flourishing olive tree, beautiful with well-formed fruit. But with a mighty roar He will set it on fire, and its branches will be consumed.

Isaiah 30:27-30
Behold, the Name of the LORD comes from afar, with burning anger and dense smoke. His lips are full of fury, and His tongue is like a consuming fire. / His breath is like a rushing torrent that rises to the neck. He comes to sift the nations in a sieve of destruction; He bridles the jaws of the peoples to lead them astray. / You will sing as on the night of a holy festival, and your heart will rejoice like one who walks to the music of a flute, going up to the mountain of the LORD, to the Rock of Israel. ...

Matthew 3:10-12
The axe lies ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire. / I baptize you with water for repentance, but after me will come One more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not worthy to carry. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and with fire. / His winnowing fork is in His hand to clear His threshing floor and to gather His wheat into the barn; but He will burn up the chaff with unquenchable fire.”

Luke 3:9
The axe lies ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire.”

Revelation 8:7
Then the first angel sounded his trumpet, and hail and fire mixed with blood were hurled down upon the earth. A third of the earth was burned up, along with a third of the trees and all the green grass.

Revelation 9:4
They were told not to harm the grass of the earth or any plant or tree, but only those who did not have the seal of God on their foreheads.

Revelation 16:8-9
Then the fourth angel poured out his bowl on the sun, and it was given power to scorch the people with fire. / And the people were scorched by intense heat, and they cursed the name of God, who had authority over these plagues. Yet they did not repent and give Him glory.

2 Thessalonians 1:7-8
and to grant relief to you who are oppressed and to us as well. This will take place when the Lord Jesus is revealed from heaven with His mighty angels / in blazing fire, inflicting vengeance on those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus.

Hebrews 10:27
but only a fearful expectation of judgment and of raging fire that will consume all adversaries.


Treasury of Scripture

And all flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it: it shall not be quenched.

Deuteronomy 29:24-28
Even all nations shall say, Wherefore hath the LORD done thus unto this land? what meaneth the heat of this great anger? …

2 Chronicles 7:20-22
Then will I pluck them up by the roots out of my land which I have given them; and this house, which I have sanctified for my name, will I cast out of my sight, and will make it to be a proverb and a byword among all nations…

Isaiah 26:11
LORD, when thy hand is lifted up, they will not see: but they shall see, and be ashamed for their envy at the people; yea, the fire of thine enemies shall devour them.

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And all flesh
The phrase "all flesh" in Hebrew is "kol basar," which refers to all humanity, emphasizing the universality of God's actions and judgments. This phrase underscores the comprehensive scope of God's sovereignty and the inclusivity of His divine revelation. In the context of Ezekiel, it serves as a reminder that God's actions are not limited to Israel but are visible and relevant to all nations. This reflects the biblical theme that God's glory and power are to be recognized by all people, aligning with the prophetic vision of a world that acknowledges the Lord's supremacy.

will see
The Hebrew verb "ra'ah" means to see, perceive, or understand. This implies not just a physical sight but a deeper comprehension and acknowledgment of God's work. In the prophetic literature, seeing often involves a revelation or an unveiling of divine truth. Here, it suggests that God's actions will be so evident and undeniable that all humanity will recognize His hand in the events unfolding. This visibility of God's work serves as both a warning and an invitation to repentance and faith.

that I, the LORD
The use of "I, the LORD" (Yahweh) is a powerful assertion of God's identity and authority. Yahweh is the covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal, self-existent nature and His faithfulness to His promises. This declaration serves as a reminder of God's personal involvement in the world and His commitment to His people. It is a call to remember who God is—His holiness, justice, and mercy—and to respond accordingly. The repetition of God's name in prophetic texts often serves to reinforce His sovereignty and the certainty of His words.

have kindled it
The verb "kindled" (Hebrew "ba'ar") means to ignite or set on fire. In the context of Ezekiel, this refers to God's judgment, often depicted as a consuming fire. Fire in the Bible is a symbol of purification, judgment, and the presence of God. Here, it signifies the inescapable and purifying nature of God's judgment upon sin. The imagery of fire conveys the seriousness of God's actions and the need for repentance. It is a reminder that God's judgment is both just and purposeful, aimed at bringing about righteousness.

it will not be quenched
The phrase "will not be quenched" (Hebrew "lo tikhbeh") indicates the unstoppable and enduring nature of God's judgment. This suggests that once God's judgment is set in motion, it cannot be halted by human means. It serves as a sobering reminder of the finality and seriousness of divine judgment. In a broader theological context, it points to the ultimate triumph of God's justice and the establishment of His kingdom. This phrase calls believers to a reverent fear of the Lord and a recognition of the need for repentance and alignment with God's will.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

people
בָּשָׂ֔ר (bā·śār)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1320: Flesh, body, person, the pudenda of a, man

will see
וְרָאוּ֙ (wə·rā·’ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 7200: To see

that
כִּ֛י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

I,
אֲנִ֥י (’ă·nî)
Pronoun - first person common singular
Strong's 589: I

the LORD,
יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

have kindled it;
בִּֽעַרְתִּ֑יהָ (bi·‘ar·tî·hā)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - first person common singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 1197: To kindle, consume, to be, brutish

it will not
לֹ֖א (lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808: Not, no

be quenched.’”
תִּכְבֶּֽה׃ (tiḵ·beh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 3518: To be quenched or extinguished, to go out


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