New International Version He lends at interest and takes a profit. Will such a man live? He will not! Because he has done all these detestable things, he is to be put to death; his blood will be on his own head. New Living Translation and lends money at excessive interest. Should such a sinful person live? No! He must die and must take full blame. English Standard Version lends at interest, and takes profit; shall he then live? He shall not live. He has done all these abominations; he shall surely die; his blood shall be upon himself. Berean Standard Bible He engages in usury and takes excess interest. Will this son live? He will not! Since he has committed all these abominations, he will surely die; his blood will be on his own head. Berean Literal Bible in usury he has given, and increase he has taken. Will he live? He will not live! He has done all these abominations; he will surely die, and his blood will be upon him! King James Bible Hath given forth upon usury, and hath taken increase: shall he then live? he shall not live: he hath done all these abominations; he shall surely die; his blood shall be upon him. New King James Version If he has exacted usury Or taken increase— Shall he then live? He shall not live! If he has done any of these abominations, He shall surely die; His blood shall be upon him. New American Standard Bible lends money at interest and takes interest; will he live? He will not live! He has committed all these abominations, he shall certainly be put to death; his blood will be on himself. NASB 1995 he lends money on interest and takes increase; will he live? He will not live! He has committed all these abominations, he will surely be put to death; his blood will be on his own head. NASB 1977 he lends money on interest and takes increase; will he live? He will not live! He has committed all these abominations, he will surely be put to death; his blood will be on his own head. Legacy Standard Bible he lends money on interest and takes increase; will he live? He will not live! He has done all these abominations; he will surely be put to death; his blood will be on himself. Amplified Bible and charges interest and takes [a percentage of] increase on what he has loaned; will he then live? He will not live! He has done all these disgusting things, he shall surely be put to death; his blood will be on his own head. Berean Annotated Bible He engages in usury and takes excess interest. Will this son live? He will not! Since he has committed all these abominations, he will surely die; his blood will be on his own head. Christian Standard Bible and lends at interest or for profit, will he live? He will not live! Since he has committed all these detestable acts, he will certainly die. His death will be his own fault. Holman Christian Standard Bible and lends at interest or for profit, will he live? He will not live! Since he has committed all these detestable acts, he will certainly die. His blood will be on him.” American Standard Version hath given forth upon interest, and hath taken increase; shall he then live? he shall not live: he hath done all these abominations; he shall surely die; his blood shall be upon him. Contemporary English Version and charges high interest when lending money. An evil man like that will certainly not live. He is the one who has done these horrible sins, so it's his own fault that he will be put to death. English Revised Version hath given forth upon usury, and hath taken increase: shall he then live? he shall not live: he hath done all these abominations: he shall surely die; his blood shall be upon him. GOD'S WORD® Translation He lends money for interest and makes excessive profits. Will this person live? He will not live. He has done all these disgusting things. So he must die, and he will be responsible for his own death. Good News Translation and lends money for profit. Will he live? No, he will not. He has done all these disgusting things, and so he will die. He will be to blame for his own death. International Standard Version loans with usury, and exacts interest; will he live? He certainly will not! He has done all these detestable practices. He will certainly die, and his guilt will be his own fault." NET Bible engages in usury and charges interest. Will he live? He will not! Because he has done all these abominable deeds he will certainly die. He will bear the responsibility for his own death. New Heart English Bible has given forth on interest, and has taken increase; shall he then live? He shall not live: he has done all these abominations; he shall surely die; his blood shall be on him. Webster's Bible Translation Hath given forth upon interest, and hath taken increase: shall he then live? he shall not live: he hath done all these abominations; he shall surely die; his blood shall be upon him. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe engages in usury and takes excess interest. Will this son live? He will not! Since he has committed all these abominations, he will surely die; his blood will be on his own head. World English Bible has lent with interest, and has taken increase from the poor, shall he then live? He shall not live. He has done all these abominations. He shall surely die. His blood will be on him. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionHe has given in usury, and taken increase, "" And he lives? He does not live, "" He has done all these abominations, "" He surely dies, his blood is on him. Berean Literal Bible in usury he has given, and increase he has taken. Will he live? He will not live! He has done all these abominations; he will surely die, and his blood will be upon him! Young's Literal Translation In usury he hath given, and increase taken, And he liveth: he doth not live, All these abominations he hath done, He doth surely die, his blood is on him. Smith's Literal Translation Giving upon interest, and taking interest: and living, he shall not live: doing all these abominations, dying, he shall die; his bloods shall be upon him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThat giveth upon usury, and that taketh an increase: shall such a one live? he shall not live. Seeing he hath done all these detestable things, he shall surely die, his blood shall be upon him. Catholic Public Domain Version who lends upon usury, and who takes an increase, then shall he live? He shall not live. Since he has done all these detestable things, he shall certainly die. His blood shall be upon him. New American Bible lends at interest and exacts usury—this son certainly shall not live. Because he practiced all these abominations, he shall surely be put to death; his own blood shall be on him. New Revised Standard Version takes advance or accrued interest; shall he then live? He shall not. He has done all these abominable things; he shall surely die; his blood shall be upon himself. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLends money with usury, and takes a discount; shall he then live? He shall not live: because he has done all these evil things; he shall surely die; his blood shall be upon him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Or he will lend with interest or has taken with cut rates, shall he live? He shall not live, because he did all these evil things, but he shall surely die, and his blood shall be upon him OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917hath given forth upon interest, and hath taken increase; shall he then live? he shall not live--he hath done all these abominations; he shall surely be put to death, his blood shall be upon him. Brenton Septuagint Translation has lent upon usury, and taken usurious increase; he shall by no means live: he has wrought all these iniquities; he shall surely die; his blood shall be upon him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context A Proverb about Israel…12He oppresses the poor and needy; he commits robbery and does not restore a pledge. He lifts his eyes to idols; he commits abominations. 13He engages in usury and takes excess interest. Will this son live? He will not! Since he has committed all these abominations, he will surely die; his blood will be on his own head. 14Now suppose this son has a son who sees all the sins his father has committed, considers them, and does not do likewise:… Cross References He engages in usury and takes excess interest. Deuteronomy 23:19-20 Do not charge your brother interest on money, food, or any other type of loan. / You may charge a foreigner interest, but not your brother, so that the LORD your God may bless you in everything to which you put your hand in the land that you are entering to possess. Leviticus 25:36-37 Do not take any interest or profit from him, but fear your God, that your countryman may live among you. / You must not lend him your silver at interest or sell him your food for profit. Exodus 22:25 If you lend money to one of My people among you who is poor, you must not act as a creditor to him; you are not to charge him interest. Will this son live? Proverbs 11:19 Genuine righteousness leads to life, but the pursuit of evil brings death. Psalm 37:28 For the LORD loves justice and will not forsake His saints. They are preserved forever, but the offspring of the wicked will be cut off. Proverbs 10:27 The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be cut short. He will not! Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. James 1:15 Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death. Proverbs 14:12 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. Since he has committed all these abominations, Leviticus 18:24-30 Do not defile yourselves by any of these practices, for by all these things the nations I am driving out before you have defiled themselves. / Even the land has become defiled, so I am punishing it for its sin, and the land will vomit out its inhabitants. / But you are to keep My statutes and ordinances, and you must not commit any of these abominations—neither your native-born nor the foreigner who lives among you. … Jeremiah 7:9-10 Will you steal and murder, commit adultery and perjury, burn incense to Baal, and follow other gods that you have not known, / and then come and stand before Me in this house, which bears My Name, and say, ‘We are delivered, so we can continue with all these abominations’? Deuteronomy 27:15-26 ‘Cursed is the man who makes a carved idol or molten image—an abomination to the LORD, the work of the hands of a craftsman—and sets it up in secret.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’ / ‘Cursed is he who dishonors his father or mother.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’ / ‘Cursed is he who moves his neighbor’s boundary stone.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’ … he will surely die; Ezekiel 3:18 If I say to the wicked man, ‘You will surely die,’ but you do not warn him or speak out to warn him from his wicked way to save his life, that wicked man will die in his iniquity, and I will hold you responsible for his blood. Romans 8:13 For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. Genesis 2:17 but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil; for in the day that you eat of it, you will surely die.” his blood will be on his own head. Joshua 2:19 If anyone goes out the door of your house into the street, his blood will be on his own head, and we will be innocent. But if a hand is laid on anyone with you in the house, his blood will be on our heads. Treasury of Scripture Has given forth on usury, and has taken increase: shall he then live? he shall not live: he has done all these abominations; he shall surely die; his blood shall be on him. given Ezekiel 18:8,17 He that hath not given forth upon usury, neither hath taken any increase, that hath withdrawn his hand from iniquity, hath executed true judgment between man and man, … shall he Ezekiel 18:24,28,32 But when the righteous turneth away from his righteousness, and committeth iniquity, and doeth according to all the abominations that the wicked man doeth, shall he live? All his righteousness that he hath done shall not be mentioned: in his trespass that he hath trespassed, and in his sin that he hath sinned, in them shall he die… blood [heb] bloods Ezekiel 3:18 When I say unto the wicked, Thou shalt surely die; and thou givest him not warning, nor speakest to warn the wicked from his wicked way, to save his life; the same wicked man shall die in his iniquity; but his blood will I require at thine hand. Ezekiel 33:4 Then whosoever heareth the sound of the trumpet, and taketh not warning; if the sword come, and take him away, his blood shall be upon his own head. Leviticus 20:9,11-13,27 For every one that curseth his father or his mother shall be surely put to death: he hath cursed his father or his mother; his blood shall be upon him… Jump to Previous Abominable Abominations Blood Committed Death Detestable Die Disgusting Excessive Fate Forth Great Head Increase Interest Live Money Profits Surely UsuryJump to Next Abominable Abominations Blood Committed Death Detestable Die Disgusting Excessive Fate Forth Great Head Increase Interest Live Money Profits Surely UsuryEzekiel 18 1. God defends his justice31. and exhorts to repentance He engages in usury and takes excess interest. Israel’s law forbade profiting from the need of a poor fellow Israelite. Such lending practices revealed greed and oppression rather than covenant faithfulness and concern for one’s neighbor. Deu 23:19-20 Do not charge your brother interest on money… Will this son live? Though he is the son of a righteous man, his father’s conduct does not shield him from judgment. Each person stands before God for his own deeds. Pro 11:19 Genuine righteousness leads to life, but the pursuit… He will not! God’s judgment is certain against the one who persists in such rebellion. Rom 6:23 For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God… Since he has committed all these abominations, The son has embraced a pattern of conduct that defies God’s commands, including violence, idolatry, sexual sin, injustice, and exploitation. Lev 18:24-30 Do not defile yourselves by any of these practices,… he will surely die; The penalty announced is death under God’s righteous judgment. Ezk 3:18 If I say to the wicked man, ‘You will surely die,’… his blood will be on his own head. He bears full responsibility for his guilt—his blood is on his own head—and cannot place the blame on his father, his family, or his circumstances. Jos 2:19 If anyone goes out the door of your house into the street,… Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel conveyed God's messages to the Israelites, emphasizing personal responsibility and repentance. 2. Israelites The audience of Ezekiel's prophecies, who were in exile due to their disobedience and idolatry. 3. Babylonian Exile The period when the Israelites were taken captive by Babylon, serving as a backdrop for Ezekiel's prophecies. Teaching Points Personal ResponsibilityEach individual is accountable for their own actions and cannot blame others for their sins. This calls for self-examination and repentance. God's Justice God's justice is impartial and righteous. He holds each person accountable according to their deeds, emphasizing the importance of living a life that aligns with His commands. The Consequences of Sin Sin has serious consequences, both spiritually and physically. Understanding this should motivate believers to pursue righteousness and avoid actions that lead to spiritual death. Compassionate Living The prohibition against charging interest to fellow Israelites teaches us to live compassionately and justly, prioritizing the well-being of others over personal gain. Repentance and Redemption While the passage warns of death for sin, it also implies the possibility of redemption through repentance, encouraging believers to turn back to God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 18:13?2. How does Ezekiel 18:13 emphasize personal responsibility for one's actions? 3. What consequences are outlined in Ezekiel 18:13 for committing detestable acts? 4. How does Ezekiel 18:13 connect to the broader theme of justice in Scripture? 5. How can we apply the principle of accountability from Ezekiel 18:13 today? 6. What does Ezekiel 18:13 teach about God's view on sin and righteousness? 7. Does Ezekiel 18:13 imply that salvation can be lost through sin? 8. How does Ezekiel 18:13 align with the concept of grace in the New Testament? 9. What historical context influenced the message of Ezekiel 18:13? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 18? (13) Hath done all these abominations.--This expression is collective, while that in Ezekiel 18:10 is partitive. This is not because he who commits one sin is considered as having committed all, but because he who willingly commits any sin thereby puts himself into the class of sinners, of those who do not wish or intend to abide by the Divine will, but choose rather to do their own. Such a man places himself among the enemies of God. (Comp. James 2:10.)Verse 13. - One holes the special emphasis, first of the question, and then of the direct negative, as though that, in the judgment alike of God and man, was the only answer that could be given to it in the very words of the Law (Leviticus 20:9, 11, 13). • God condemns exploitative practices like usury because they violate love for neighbor and trust in Him. • Each individual stands or falls before God on personal choices, not family history. • Persistent, unrepented sin leads to certain judgment: “he will surely die.” • The responsibility for that outcome rests squarely on the sinner, “his blood will be on his own head.” Taken together, Ezekiel 18:13 calls every reader to integrity, compassion, and wholehearted obedience, knowing that God’s verdict is just and His standards do not change. Hebrew He engagesנָתַ֛ן (nā·ṯan) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set in usury בַּנֶּ֧שֶׁךְ (ban·ne·šeḵ) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5392: Interest on a, debt and takes לָקַ֖ח (lā·qaḥ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take excess interest.’ וְתַרְבִּ֥ית (wə·ṯar·bîṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8636: Multiplication, percentage, bonus in addition to principal Will [this son] live? וָחָ֑י (wā·ḥāy) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2425: To live, to revive He will not! לֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no Since he has committed עָשָׂ֔ה (‘ā·śāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every these הָאֵ֙לֶּה֙ (hā·’êl·leh) Article | Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those abominations, הַתּוֹעֵב֤וֹת (hat·tō·w·‘ê·ḇō·wṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 8441: Something disgusting, an abhorrence, idolatry, an idol he will surely die; מ֣וֹת (mō·wṯ) Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute Strong's 4191: To die, to kill his blood דָּמָ֖יו (dā·māw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1818: Blood, of man, an animal, the juice of the grape, bloodshed will be יִהְיֶֽה׃ (yih·yeh) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be on his own head. בּ֥וֹ (bōw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's Hebrew Additonal Resources Ezekiel 18:13 Blue Letter BibleEzekiel 18:13 Bible Gateway Ezekiel 18:13 Bible.com Ezekiel 18:13 NIV |
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