Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “’Therefore this is what the Sovereign LORD says: Because of your false words and lying visions, I am against you, declares the Sovereign LORD. New Living Translation “Therefore, this is what the Sovereign LORD says: Because what you say is false and your visions are a lie, I will stand against you, says the Sovereign LORD. English Standard Version Therefore thus says the Lord GOD: “Because you have uttered falsehood and seen lying visions, therefore behold, I am against you, declares the Lord GOD. Berean Standard Bible Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Because you have uttered vain words and seen false visions, I am against you, declares the Lord GOD. King James Bible Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Because ye have spoken vanity, and seen lies, therefore, behold, I am against you, saith the Lord GOD. New King James Version Therefore thus says the Lord GOD: “Because you have spoken nonsense and envisioned lies, therefore I am indeed against you,” says the Lord GOD. New American Standard Bible Therefore, this is what the Lord GOD says: “Because you have spoken deceit and have seen a lie, therefore behold, I am against you,” declares the Lord GOD. NASB 1995 Therefore, thus says the Lord GOD, “Because you have spoken falsehood and seen a lie, therefore behold, I am against you,” declares the Lord GOD. NASB 1977 Therefore, thus says the Lord GOD, “Because you have spoken falsehood and seen a lie, therefore behold, I am against you,” declares the Lord GOD. Legacy Standard Bible Therefore, thus says Lord Yahweh, “Because you have spoken worthlessness and beheld a lie, therefore behold, I am against you,” declares Lord Yahweh. Amplified Bible Therefore, thus says the Lord GOD, “Because you have spoken empty and delusive words and have seen lies, therefore behold, I am against you,” says the Lord God. Christian Standard Bible “ ‘Therefore, this is what the Lord GOD says: You have spoken falsely and had lying visions; that’s why you discover that I am against you. This is the declaration of the Lord GOD. Holman Christian Standard Bible Therefore, this is what the Lord GOD says: I am against you because you have spoken falsely and had lying visions.” This is the declaration of the Lord GOD.” American Standard Version Therefore thus saith the Lord Jehovah: Because ye have spoken falsehood, and seen lies, therefore, behold, I am against you, saith the Lord Jehovah. Contemporary English Version So I am going to punish those lying prophets for deceiving the people of Israel with false messages. English Revised Version Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD: Because ye have spoken vanity, and seen lies, therefore, behold, I am against you, saith the Lord GOD. GOD'S WORD® Translation " 'This is what the Almighty LORD says: Your predictions are false, and your visions are lies. That is why I'm against you, declares the Almighty LORD. Good News Translation So the Sovereign LORD says to them, "Your words are false, and your visions are lies. I am against you. International Standard Version "'Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says, "Because you've spoken falsehood and deceptions, I am therefore opposing you," declares the Lord GOD. NET Bible "'Therefore, this is what the sovereign LORD says: Because you have spoken false words and forecast delusion, look, I am against you, declares the sovereign LORD. New Heart English Bible Therefore thus says the Lord GOD: Because you have spoken falsehood, and seen lies, therefore, look, I am against you, says the Lord GOD. Webster's Bible Translation Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Because ye have spoken vanity, and seen lies, therefore, behold, I am against you, saith the Lord GOD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleTherefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Because you have uttered vain words and seen false visions, I am against you, declares the Lord GOD. World English Bible “‘Therefore the Lord Yahweh says: “Because you have spoken falsehood and seen lies, therefore, behold, I am against you,” says the Lord Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTherefore, thus said Lord YHWH: Because you have spoken vanity, and seen a lie, "" Therefore, behold, I [am] against you, "" A declaration of Lord YHWH. Young's Literal Translation Therefore, thus said the Lord Jehovah: Because ye have spoken vanity, and seen a lie, Therefore, lo, I am against you, An affirmation of the Lord Jehovah. Smith's Literal Translation For this, thus said the Lord Jehovah: Because ye spake falsehood and saw a lie, for this, behold me against you, said the Lord Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleTherefore thus saith the Lord God: Because you have spoken vain things, and have seen lies: therefore behold I come against you, saith the Lord God. Catholic Public Domain Version Because of this, thus says the Lord God: Since you have spoken emptiness and have seen falsehoods, therefore: behold, I am against you, says the Lord God. New American Bible Therefore thus says the Lord GOD: Because you have spoken falsehood and seen lying visions, therefore, for certain I am coming at you—oracle of the Lord GOD. New Revised Standard Version Therefore thus says the Lord GOD: Because you have uttered falsehood and envisioned lies, I am against you, says the Lord GOD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTherefore thus says the LORD God: Because you have seen false visions and spoken lies; therefore, behold, I am against you, says the LORD God. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because of this, says THE LORD OF LORDS, because you saw worthlessness and you have spoken falsehood, behold, I am against you, says THE LORD OF LORDS OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD: Because ye have spoken vanity, and seen lies, therefore, behold, I am against you, saith the Lord GOD. Brenton Septuagint Translation And therefore say, Thus saith the Lord; Because your words are false, and your prophecies are vain, therefore, behold, I am against you, saith the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Reproof of False Prophets…7Haven’t you seen a false vision and spoken a lying divination when you proclaim, ‘Thus declares the LORD,’ even though I have not spoken? 8Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Because you have uttered vain words and seen false visions, I am against you, declares the Lord GOD. 9My hand will be against the prophets who see false visions and speak lying divinations. They will not belong to the council of My people or be recorded in the register of the house of Israel, nor will they enter the land of Israel. Then you will know that I am the Lord GOD.… Cross References Jeremiah 23:16-17 This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Do not listen to the words of the prophets who prophesy to you. They are filling you with false hopes. They speak visions from their own minds, not from the mouth of the LORD. / They keep saying to those who despise Me, ‘The LORD says that you will have peace,’ and to everyone who walks in the stubbornness of his own heart, ‘No harm will come to you.’ Matthew 7:15 Beware of false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. Jeremiah 14:14 “The prophets are prophesying lies in My name,” replied the LORD. “I did not send them or appoint them or speak to them. They are prophesying to you a false vision, a worthless divination, the futility and delusion of their own minds. 2 Peter 2:1 Now there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them—bringing swift destruction on themselves. Deuteronomy 18:20-22 But if any prophet dares to speak a message in My name that I have not commanded him to speak, or to speak in the name of other gods, that prophet must be put to death.” / You may ask in your heart, “How can we recognize a message that the LORD has not spoken?” / When a prophet speaks in the name of the LORD and the message does not come to pass or come true, that is a message the LORD has not spoken. The prophet has spoken presumptuously. Do not be afraid of him. Matthew 24:11 and many false prophets will arise and deceive many. Jeremiah 23:21-22 I did not send these prophets, yet they have run with their message; I did not speak to them, yet they have prophesied. / But if they had stood in My council, they would have proclaimed My words to My people and turned them back from their evil ways and deeds.” 1 John 4:1 Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God. For many false prophets have gone out into the world. Lamentations 2:14 The visions of your prophets were empty and deceptive; they did not expose your guilt to ward off your captivity. The burdens they envisioned for you were empty and misleading. 2 Timothy 4:3-4 For the time will come when men will not tolerate sound doctrine, but with itching ears they will gather around themselves teachers to suit their own desires. / So they will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths. Jeremiah 5:31 The prophets prophesy falsely, and the priests rule by their own authority. My people love it so, but what will you do in the end? 1 Timothy 4:1-2 Now the Spirit expressly states that in later times some will abandon the faith to follow deceitful spirits and the teachings of demons, / influenced by the hypocrisy of liars, whose consciences are seared with a hot iron. Zechariah 10:2 For idols speak deceit and diviners see illusions; they tell false dreams and offer empty comfort. Therefore the people wander like sheep, oppressed for lack of a shepherd. Acts 20:29-30 I know that after my departure, savage wolves will come in among you and will not spare the flock. / Even from your own number, men will rise up and distort the truth to draw away disciples after them. Jeremiah 23:25-26 “I have heard the sayings of the prophets who prophesy lies in My name: ‘I had a dream! I had a dream!’ / How long will this continue in the hearts of these prophets who prophesy falsehood, these prophets of the delusion of their own minds? Treasury of Scripture Therefore thus said the Lord GOD; Because you have spoken vanity, and seen lies, therefore, behold, I am against you, said the Lord GOD. behold Ezekiel 5:8 Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I, even I, am against thee, and will execute judgments in the midst of thee in the sight of the nations. Ezekiel 21:3 And say to the land of Israel, Thus saith the LORD; Behold, I am against thee, and will draw forth my sword out of his sheath, and will cut off from thee the righteous and the wicked. Ezekiel 26:3 Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I am against thee, O Tyrus, and will cause many nations to come up against thee, as the sea causeth his waves to come up. Jump to Previous Affirmation Declares Delusions False. Falsehood Lies Sovereign Substance Uttered Vanity Visions WordsJump to Next Affirmation Declares Delusions False. Falsehood Lies Sovereign Substance Uttered Vanity Visions WordsEzekiel 13 1. The reproof of false prophets10. and their untempered mortar 17. Of prophecies and their pillows Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: This phrase introduces a divine pronouncement, emphasizing the authority and sovereignty of God. In the context of Ezekiel, God often speaks directly to His people through the prophet, underscoring the seriousness of the message. The use of "Lord GOD" (Adonai Yahweh) highlights both His lordship and covenant relationship with Israel. This phrase is a common prophetic formula, indicating that what follows is not the prophet's own words but a message from God Himself. Because you have uttered vain words: and seen false visions: I am against you, declares the Lord GOD: Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet called by God to deliver His messages to the Israelites during their Babylonian exile. He is known for his vivid visions and symbolic acts. 2. False Prophets Individuals in Israel who claimed to speak for God but delivered messages that were not from Him. They misled the people with false assurances of peace and security. 3. The Lord GOD (Yahweh) The sovereign God of Israel, who is addressing the false prophets through Ezekiel. His declarations are authoritative and final. 4. Israel The nation to whom Ezekiel is prophesying. They are in exile due to their disobedience and idolatry, and they are being misled by false prophets. 5. Babylonian Exile The period during which the Israelites were taken captive by Babylon. It serves as the backdrop for Ezekiel's prophecies. Teaching Points Discernment in LeadershipBelievers must exercise discernment in identifying true and false spiritual leaders. This involves testing teachings against Scripture and seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit. The Consequences of Falsehood God takes false prophecy seriously, and there are severe consequences for those who lead others astray. This underscores the importance of truthfulness and integrity in ministry. God's Sovereignty and Judgment God's declaration against the false prophets reminds us of His sovereignty and the certainty of His judgment. Believers can trust that God will ultimately uphold justice. The Importance of Truth In a world filled with deception, Christians are called to be bearers of truth, both in word and deed. This involves a commitment to studying and living out God's Word. Hope in God's Promises Despite the presence of false prophets, God's true promises remain steadfast. Believers can find hope and assurance in the reliability of God's Word. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 13Could Ezekiel 9 be interpreted as a purely symbolic vision rather than a literal event, and if so, why include graphic details? Is there any non-biblical historical record of the destruction predicted for false prophets in Ezekiel 13 being fulfilled or documented? What are the Rivers of Living Water? What are the key themes in Ezekiel's life story? Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Thereforeלָכֵ֗ן (lā·ḵên) Adverb Strong's 3651: So -- thus this is what כֹּ֤ה (kōh) Adverb Strong's 3541: Like this, thus, here, now the Lord אֲדֹנָ֣י (’ă·ḏō·nāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 136: The Lord GOD יְהוִ֔ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3069: YHWH says: אָמַר֙ (’ā·mar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say ‘Because יַ֚עַן (ya·‘an) Adverb Strong's 3282: Heed, purpose, to indicate the reason, cause you have uttered דַּבֶּרְכֶ֣ם (dab·ber·ḵem) Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct | second person masculine plural Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue vain words שָׁ֔וְא (šāw) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7723: Evil, idolatry, uselessness and seen וַחֲזִיתֶ֖ם (wa·ḥă·zî·ṯem) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 2372: To gaze at, to perceive, contemplate, to have a, vision of false visions, כָּזָ֑ב (kā·zāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3577: A lie, falsehood, deceptive thing I am against you, אֲלֵיכֶ֔ם (’ă·lê·ḵem) Preposition | second person masculine plural Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to declares נְאֻ֖ם (nə·’um) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5002: An oracle the Lord אֲדֹנָ֥י (’ă·ḏō·nāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 136: The Lord GOD. יְהוִֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3069: YHWH Links Ezekiel 13:8 NIVEzekiel 13:8 NLT Ezekiel 13:8 ESV Ezekiel 13:8 NASB Ezekiel 13:8 KJV Ezekiel 13:8 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 13:8 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 13:8 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 13:8 French Bible Ezekiel 13:8 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 13:8 Therefore thus says the Lord Yahweh: Because (Ezek. 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