Ezekiel 16:63

That thou mayest remember, and be confounded, and never open thy mouth any more because of thy shame, when I am pacified toward thee for all that thou hast done, saith the Lord GOD.

That thou mayest remember {H2142}, and be confounded {H954}, and never open {H6610} thy mouth {H6310} any more because {H6440} of thy shame {H3639}, when I am pacified {H3722} toward thee for all that thou hast done {H6213}, saith {H5002} the Lord {H136} GOD {H3069}.

so that you will remember and be so ashamed that you will never open your mouth again, so ashamed will you be when I have forgiven you all that you have done,' says Adonai ELOHIM."

so that when I make atonement for all you have done, you will remember and be ashamed and never again open your mouth because of your disgrace, declares the Lord GOD.”

that thou mayest remember, and be confounded, and never open thy mouth any more, because of thy shame, when I have forgiven thee all that thou hast done, saith the Lord Jehovah.

Context

Ezekiel 16 is a profound and extended allegory where God portrays Jerusalem (representing Israel) as a foundling child He rescued, nurtured, and made His own, only for her to become an unfaithful harlot, engaging in spiritual idolatry and unholy alliances. The chapter graphically details Israel's spiritual adultery and the subsequent divine judgment. However, surprisingly, it concludes with a powerful promise of restoration, not based on Israel's merit, but solely on God's unchanging covenant faithfulness. Verse 63 is the climactic resolution of this promise, following God's declaration that He will remember His covenant with Jerusalem (as seen in Ezekiel 16:60-62). It speaks to the overwhelming impact of God's undeserved grace.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Grace and Unmerited Forgiveness: The central message is God's willingness to "pacify" His wrath and extend forgiveness, despite Israel's egregious unfaithfulness. This forgiveness is a free gift, not earned by any human action.
  • Profound Shame Leading to Humility: The verse highlights the deep shame and self-abasement that will come upon Israel when they realize the extent of their sin in light of God's immense and undeserved mercy. This shame is a righteous one, leading to silence and genuine humility ("never open thy mouth any more").
  • God's Unwavering Covenant Faithfulness: Despite Israel's repeated breaking of the covenant, God remains true to His promises. He remembers and restores the covenant, demonstrating His steadfast character and commitment, foreshadowing the concept of a new covenant.

Linguistic Insights

  • "Pacified": The Hebrew word used here is kaphar (כָּפַר), which means to cover, to atone for, or to make propitiation. It is the root for the concept of "atonement" and signifies God's wrath being appeased or satisfied, leading to reconciliation and forgiveness. This term is central to understanding God's method of dealing with sin.
  • "Be confounded": The Hebrew bosh (בּוֹשׁ) conveys the idea of being utterly shamed, disgraced, or put to confusion, often to the point of being speechless or unable to look up. In this context, it is a shame that leads to true repentance and a recognition of God's righteousness.
  • "Lord GOD": This powerful title, Adonai Yahweh (אֲדֹנָי יְהוִה), emphasizes God's supreme authority and His covenant relationship with His people. It underscores that this promise of pacification comes from the sovereign and faithful God.

Practical Application

  • The Nature of True Repentance: This verse illustrates that genuine repentance involves more than just sorrow for consequences; it is a profound shame for one's sin, particularly when confronted with the boundless mercy of God. This shame leads to humility and a transformed heart.
  • God's Boundless Grace for Sinners: It serves as a powerful reminder that God's forgiveness and restoration are not based on our worthiness or good deeds, but on His own character and His covenant love. Even after significant failures, God's grace can bring about reconciliation and spiritual renewal, echoing the truth that God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
  • Living in Humility and Gratitude: Recognizing the depth of our sin and the immeasurable height of God's grace should naturally lead to a life characterized by profound humility, where boasting is silenced, and gratitude for divine mercy abounds. It inspires us to seek a new heart and spirit from God.
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Psalms 39:9

    I was dumb, I opened not my mouth; because thou didst [it].

  • Romans 3:19

    ¶ Now we know that what things soever the law saith, it saith to them who are under the law: that every mouth may be stopped, and all the world may become guilty before God.

  • Daniel 9:7

    O Lord, righteousness [belongeth] unto thee, but unto us confusion of faces, as at this day; to the men of Judah, and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and unto all Israel, [that are] near, and [that are] far off, through all the countries whither thou hast driven them, because of their trespass that they have trespassed against thee.

  • Daniel 9:8

    O Lord, to us [belongeth] confusion of face, to our kings, to our princes, and to our fathers, because we have sinned against thee.

  • Job 40:4

    Behold, I am vile; what shall I answer thee? I will lay mine hand upon my mouth.

  • Job 40:5

    Once have I spoken; but I will not answer: yea, twice; but I will proceed no further.

  • Titus 3:3

    For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, [and] hating one another.

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