the Lord GODאֲדֹנָי יְהוִה
Adonai Yahweh · Hebrew Noun/Proper Noun
The title for God (Adonai Yahweh) emphasizing His absolute sovereignty, lordship, and authority over all creation and nations.
offendedאָשָׁם
asham · Hebrew Verb
A state of moral wrong or guilt; in this context, it refers to a heinous transgression that provokes divine retribution, often involving a violation of covenant relationships.
vengeanceנְקָמָה
neqamah · Hebrew Noun
Retaliation or punishment inflicted for a perceived wrong; while sometimes permitted in human law, it is reserved for God in the ultimate sense (Deuteronomy 32:35), and sinful vengeance is characterized by malicious intent rather than justice.
desolateשְׁמָמָה
shemamah · Hebrew Noun
A state of being laid waste, empty, or ruined; in prophecy, it denotes the catastrophic result of divine judgment upon a nation or city, leaving it uninhabitable.
swordחֶרֶב
chereb · Hebrew Noun
A tool of war symbolizing violent death, execution, or divine judgment by the sword.
angerאַף
aph · Hebrew Noun
A term denoting intense, burning indignation; biblically, it refers to God's settled, holy opposition to sin and rebellion, which is righteous rather than arbitrary.
wrathחֵמָה
chemah · Hebrew Noun
An intense expression of God’s holy displeasure and judgment; it represents His active response to persistent wickedness and covenant breaking.
maliceמַשְׂטֵמָה
mastemah · Hebrew Noun
Deep-seated, intense hatred or ill-will; a persistent, active hostility that seeks the harm or destruction of another.
never-endingעוֹלָם
olam · Hebrew Adjective/Noun
A state of lasting, perpetual, or ancient hostility between individuals or groups, often describing a long-standing, generational hatred.
Lord GODאֲדֹנָי יְהוִה
Adonai Yahweh · Hebrew Noun/Proper Noun
The sovereign ruler of the universe, who is self-existent, eternal, and the covenant-keeping God of Israel. In Ezekiel, it emphasizes His absolute authority over both His people and the surrounding nations.
Philistinesפְּלִשְׁתִּים
Peleshtim · Hebrew Proper Noun
An ancient, coastal people group who were perpetual enemies of Israel. Biblically, they represent those who stand in opposition to God’s people and His purposes.
Cherethitesכְּרֵתִים
Keretim · Hebrew Proper Noun
A group closely associated with the Philistines, often identified as a mercenary group or a specific segment of the Philistine population. They represent those who share in the judgment destined for God’s enemies.
vengeanceנְקָמָה
neqamah · Hebrew Noun
Divine retribution or judicial punishment carried out by God against those who have sinned or rebelled against His holiness. It is an expression of His justice rather than human vindictiveness.
wrathfulחֵמָה
chemah · Hebrew Noun
A burning, righteous indignation or intense anger, particularly that which is directed against sin and rebellion. It reflects the holy character of God reacting against injustice.
the LORDיְהוָה
Yahweh · Hebrew Proper Noun
The self-revealing name of God, indicating His faithfulness to His covenant promises. The phrase 'they will know that I am the LORD' is a signature formula in Ezekiel, marking God's display of His power so that all creation acknowledges His sovereignty.
