Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But for the sake of my name I did what would keep it from being profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. New Living Translation But again I held back in order to protect the honor of my name before the nations who had seen my power in bringing Israel out of Egypt. English Standard Version But I acted for the sake of my name, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations, in whose sight I had brought them out. Berean Standard Bible But I acted for the sake of My name, so that it would not be profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. King James Bible But I wrought for my name's sake, that it should not be polluted before the heathen, in whose sight I brought them out. New King James Version But I acted for My name’s sake, that it should not be profaned before the Gentiles, in whose sight I had brought them out. New American Standard Bible But I acted for the sake of My name, so that it would not be defiled before the eyes of the nations, before whose eyes I had brought them out. NASB 1995 “But I acted for the sake of My name, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations, before whose sight I had brought them out. NASB 1977 “But I acted for the sake of My name, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations, before whose sight I had brought them out. Legacy Standard Bible But I acted for the sake of My name, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations, before whose sight I had brought them out. Amplified Bible But I acted for My Name’s sake, that it would not be profaned in the sight of the [pagan] nations in whose sight I had brought them out [of slavery]. Christian Standard Bible But I acted for the sake of my name, so that it would not be profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. Holman Christian Standard Bible But I acted because of My name, so that it would not be profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. American Standard Version But I wrought for my name's sake, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations, in whose sight I brought them out. Contemporary English Version But that would have disgraced me, because many other nations had seen me bring the Israelites out of Egypt. English Revised Version But I wrought for my name's sake, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations, in whose sight I brought them out. GOD'S WORD® Translation But I acted so that my name would not be dishonored among the nations who had watched me bring the Israelites out [of Egypt]. Good News Translation But I did not, since that would have brought dishonor to my name among the nations which had seen me lead Israel out of Egypt. International Standard Version I did this so my reputation wouldn't be tarnished among the nations in whose presence I had brought them out. NET Bible I acted for the sake of my reputation, so that I would not be profaned before the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. New Heart English Bible But I worked for my name's sake, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations, in whose sight I brought them out. Webster's Bible Translation But I wrought for my name's sake, that it should not be profaned before the heathen, in whose sight I brought them out. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut I acted for the sake of My name, so that it would not be profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. World English Bible But I worked for my name’s sake, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations, in whose sight I brought them out. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd I do [it] for My Name’s sake, "" Not to defile [it] before the eyes of the nations, "" Before whose eyes I brought them forth. Young's Literal Translation And I do it for My name's sake, Not to pollute it before the eyes of the nations, Before whose eyes I brought them forth. Smith's Literal Translation And I shall do for sake of my name, that it was not polluted before the eyes of the nations which I brought them forth before their eyes. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut I spared them for the sake of my name, lest it should be profaned before the nations, from which I brought them out, in their sight. Catholic Public Domain Version But I acted for the sake of my name, lest it be violated before the Gentiles, from whom I cast them out, in their sight. New American Bible but I acted for the sake of my name, so it would not be desecrated in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. New Revised Standard Version But I acted for the sake of my name, so that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations, in whose sight I had brought them out. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut I pitied them for my name's sake, that it should not be polluted in the sight of the Gentiles, in whose presence I brought them out. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And I had pity because of my name, that it would not be defiled before the eyes of the nations, because I brought them out in their sight OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917But I wrought for My name's sake, that it should not be profaned in the sight of the nations, in whose sight I brought them out. Brenton Septuagint Translation But I wrought so that my name should not be at all profaned before the Gentiles, before whose eyes I brought them out. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Israel's Rebellion in Egypt…13Yet the house of Israel rebelled against Me in the wilderness. They did not follow My statutes and they rejected My ordinances—though the man who does these things will live by them—and they utterly profaned My Sabbaths. Then I resolved to pour out My wrath upon them and put an end to them in the wilderness. 14But I acted for the sake of My name, so that it would not be profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. 15Moreover, with an uplifted hand I swore to them in the wilderness that I would not bring them into the land that I had given them—a land flowing with milk and honey, the glory of all lands—… Cross References Exodus 32:12 Why should the Egyptians declare, ‘He brought them out with evil intent, to kill them in the mountains and wipe them from the face of the earth’? Turn from Your fierce anger and relent from doing harm to Your people. Numbers 14:13-16 But Moses said to the LORD, “The Egyptians will hear of it, for by Your strength You brought this people from among them. / And they will tell it to the inhabitants of this land. They have already heard that You, O LORD, are in the midst of this people, that You, O LORD, have been seen face to face, that Your cloud stands over them, and that You go before them in a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night. / If You kill this people as one man, the nations who have heard of Your fame will say, ... Deuteronomy 9:28 Otherwise, those in the land from which You brought us out will say, ‘Because the LORD was not able to bring them into the land He had promised them, and because He hated them, He has brought them out to kill them in the wilderness.’ Psalm 106:8 Yet He saved them for the sake of His name, to make His power known. Isaiah 48:9-11 For the sake of My name I will delay My wrath; for the sake of My praise I will restrain it, so that you will not be cut off. / See, I have refined you, but not as silver; I have tested you in the furnace of affliction. / For My own sake, My very own sake, I will act; for how can I let Myself be defamed? I will not yield My glory to another. Jeremiah 14:7 Although our iniquities testify against us, O LORD, act for the sake of Your name. Indeed, our rebellions are many; we have sinned against You. Ezekiel 36:22-23 Therefore tell the house of Israel that this is what the Lord GOD says: It is not for your sake that I will act, O house of Israel, but for My holy name, which you profaned among the nations to which you went. / I will show the holiness of My great name, which has been profaned among the nations—the name you have profaned among them. Then the nations will know that I am the LORD, declares the Lord GOD, when I show My holiness in you before their eyes. Ezekiel 39:7 So I will make My holy name known among My people Israel and will no longer allow it to be profaned. Then the nations will know that I am the LORD, the Holy One in Israel. Isaiah 37:35 ‘I will defend this city and save it for My own sake and for the sake of My servant David.’” 1 Samuel 12:22 Indeed, for the sake of His great name, the LORD will not abandon His people, because He was pleased to make you His own. 2 Kings 19:34 I will defend this city and save it for My own sake and for the sake of My servant David.’” Isaiah 43:25 I, yes I, am He who blots out your transgressions for My own sake and remembers your sins no more. Isaiah 63:12-14 who sent His glorious arm to lead them by the right hand of Moses, who divided the waters before them to gain for Himself everlasting renown, / who led them through the depths like a horse in the wilderness, so that they did not stumble? / Like cattle going down to the valley, the Spirit of the LORD gave them rest. You led Your people this way to make for Yourself a glorious name. Romans 2:24 As it is written: “God’s name is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you.” Romans 9:17 For the Scripture says to Pharaoh: “I raised you up for this very purpose, that I might display My power in you, and that My name might be proclaimed in all the earth.” Treasury of Scripture But I worked for my name's sake, that it should not be polluted before the heathen, in whose sight I brought them out. Ezekiel 20:9,22 But I wrought for my name's sake, that it should not be polluted before the heathen, among whom they were, in whose sight I made myself known unto them, in bringing them forth out of the land of Egypt… Ezekiel 36:22,23 Therefore say unto the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord GOD; I do not this for your sakes, O house of Israel, but for mine holy name's sake, which ye have profaned among the heathen, whither ye went… Ephesians 1:6,12 To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved… Jump to Previous Acted Acting Eyes Forth Heathen Honour Name's Nations Pollute Polluted Profaned Sake Sight Unclean Worked WroughtJump to Next Acted Acting Eyes Forth Heathen Honour Name's Nations Pollute Polluted Profaned Sake Sight Unclean Worked WroughtEzekiel 20 1. God refuses to be consulted by the elders of Israel4. He shows the story of their rebellions in Egypt 19. in the desert 27. and in the land 33. He promises to gather them by the Gospel 45. Under the name of a forest he shows the destruction of Jerusalem But I acted for the sake of My name This phrase emphasizes God's concern for His reputation and holiness. In biblical times, a name represented one's character and authority. God's actions are often motivated by the desire to uphold His holy name, as seen in other scriptures like Isaiah 48:9-11. This reflects the importance of God's name being revered and not associated with failure or unfaithfulness. so that it would not be profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet during the Babylonian exile, tasked with delivering God's messages to the Israelites. 2. God (Yahweh) The central figure, expressing His actions and motivations concerning His people. 3. Israelites The people of God, who were delivered from Egypt but often fell into disobedience. 4. Nations The surrounding peoples who observed Israel and their relationship with God. 5. Exodus from Egypt The historical event where God delivered the Israelites from slavery, demonstrating His power and faithfulness. Teaching Points God's Reputation MattersGod's actions are often motivated by the desire to uphold His holy name. As believers, we should live in a way that honors God's reputation. Divine Patience and Mercy Despite Israel's repeated failures, God shows patience and mercy, choosing not to destroy them for the sake of His name. This teaches us about the depth of God's grace. Witness to the Nations Israel was meant to be a light to the nations, reflecting God's character. Christians today are called to be ambassadors for Christ, representing Him well in the world. The Importance of Obedience Disobedience can lead to God's name being profaned. Our actions should align with God's will to bring Him glory. God's Sovereign Plan Even when Israel failed, God had a plan to restore His name and His people. Trust in God's sovereignty and His ultimate plan for redemption. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 20What role does Iran play in biblical prophecy? How does the prophecy of a coalition of nations in Ezekiel 38:5-6 align or conflict with other biblical prophecies of end-time alliances? What was King Abijah's mother's name: Michaiah (2 Chronicles 13:2) or Maachah (2 Chronicles 11:20), given Absalom's only daughter was Tamar (2 Samuel 14:27)? In Ezekiel 30:4-5, how can we verify that the specific nations named were actually affected as dramatically as the prophecy indicates, given limited historical records? Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew But I actedוָאֶעֱשֶׂ֖ה (wā·’e·‘ĕ·śeh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 6213: To do, make for the sake לְמַ֣עַן (lə·ma·‘an) Preposition Strong's 4616: Purpose -- intent of My name, שְׁמִ֑י (šə·mî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 8034: A name so that it would not לְבִלְתִּ֤י (lə·ḇil·tî) Preposition-l Strong's 1115: A failure of, not, except, without, unless, besides, because not, until be profaned הֵחֵל֙ (hê·ḥêl) Verb - Nifal - Infinitive construct Strong's 2490: To bore, to wound, to dissolve, to profane, to break, to begin, to play in the eyes לְעֵינֵ֣י (lə·‘ê·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - cdc Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain of the nations הַגּוֹיִ֔ם (hag·gō·w·yim) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts in whose אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that sight לְעֵינֵיהֶֽם׃ (lə·‘ê·nê·hem) Preposition-l | Noun - cdc | third person masculine plural Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain I had brought them out. הוֹצֵאתִ֖ים (hō·w·ṣê·ṯîm) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - first person common singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim Links Ezekiel 20:14 NIVEzekiel 20:14 NLT Ezekiel 20:14 ESV Ezekiel 20:14 NASB Ezekiel 20:14 KJV Ezekiel 20:14 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 20:14 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 20:14 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 20:14 French Bible Ezekiel 20:14 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 20:14 But I worked for my name's sake (Ezek. 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