New International Version “Son of man, there were two women, daughters of the same mother. New Living Translation “Son of man, once there were two sisters who were daughters of the same mother. English Standard Version “Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother. Berean Standard Bible “Son of man, there were two women, daughters of the same mother, Berean Literal Bible “Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother. King James Bible Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother: New King James Version “Son of man, there were two women, The daughters of one mother. New American Standard Bible “Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother; NASB 1995 “Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother; NASB 1977 “Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother; Legacy Standard Bible “Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother; Amplified Bible “Son of man, there were two women (Israel and Judah), the daughters of one mother (the united kingdom); Berean Annotated Bible “Son of man, there were two women, daughters of the same mother, Christian Standard Bible “Son of man, there were two women, daughters of the same mother, Holman Christian Standard Bible Son of man, there were two women, daughters of the same mother, American Standard Version Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother: Contemporary English Version Ezekiel, son of man, listen to this story about two sisters. English Revised Version Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother: GOD'S WORD® Translation "Son of man, there were once two women, daughters of the same mother. Good News Translation "Mortal man," he said, "there were once two sisters. International Standard Version "Son of Man, here are two sisters who are daughters from the same mother. NET Bible "Son of man, there were two women who were daughters of the same mother. New Heart English Bible "Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother: Webster's Bible Translation Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Son of man, there were two women, daughters of the same mother, World English Bible “Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTwo women were daughters of one mother, Berean Literal Bible “Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother. Young's Literal Translation Two women were daughters of one mother, Smith's Literal Translation Son of man, there were two women, daughters of one mother: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSon of man, there were two women, daughters of one mother. Catholic Public Domain Version “Son of man, two women were daughters of one mother, New American Bible Son of man, there were two women, daughters of the same mother. New Revised Standard Version Mortal, there were two women, the daughters of one mother; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSon of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother: Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother; Brenton Septuagint Translation Son of man, there were two women, daughters of one mother: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Adultery of Oholah and Oholibah1Again the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2“Son of man, there were two women, daughters of the same mother, 3and they played in Egypt, prostituting themselves from their youth. Their breasts were fondled there, and their virgin bosoms caressed.… Cross References Son of man, Ezekiel 2:1 “Son of man,” He said to me, “stand up on your feet and I will speak to you.” Ezekiel 3:1 “Son of man,” He said to me, “eat what you find here. Eat this scroll, then go and speak to the house of Israel.” Daniel 8:17 As he came near to where I stood, I was terrified and fell facedown. “Son of man,” he said to me, “understand that the vision concerns the time of the end.” there were two women, Zechariah 5:9 Then I lifted up my eyes and saw two women approaching, with the wind in their wings. Their wings were like those of a stork, and they lifted up the basket between heaven and earth. Ezekiel 16:46 Your older sister was Samaria, who lived with her daughters to your north; and your younger sister was Sodom, who lived with her daughters to your south. daughters of the same mother, Leviticus 18:9 You must not have sexual relations with your sister, either your father’s daughter or your mother’s daughter, whether she was born in the same home or elsewhere. Leviticus 20:17 If a man marries his sister, whether the daughter of his father or of his mother, and they have sexual relations, it is a disgrace. They must be cut off in the sight of their people. He has uncovered the nakedness of his sister; he shall bear his iniquity. Deuteronomy 27:22 ‘Cursed is he who sleeps with his sister, the daughter of his father or the daughter of his mother.’ And let all the people say, ‘Amen!’ Jeremiah 3:6-10 Now in the days of King Josiah, the LORD said to me, “Have you seen what faithless Israel has done? She has gone up on every high hill and under every green tree to prostitute herself there. / I thought that after she had done all these things, she would return to Me. But she did not return, and her unfaithful sister Judah saw it. / She saw that because faithless Israel had committed adultery, I gave her a certificate of divorce and sent her away. Yet that unfaithful sister Judah had no fear and prostituted herself as well. … Hosea 2:2-5 Rebuke your mother, rebuke her, for she is not My wife, and I am not her husband. Let her remove the adultery from her face and the unfaithfulness from between her breasts. / Otherwise, I will strip her naked and expose her like the day of her birth. I will make her like a desert and turn her into a parched land, and I will let her die of thirst. / I will have no compassion on her children, because they are the children of adultery. … Isaiah 1:21 See how the faithful city has become a harlot! She once was full of justice; righteousness resided within her, but now only murderers! Jeremiah 2:20 “For long ago you broke your yoke and tore off your chains, saying, ‘I will not serve!’ Indeed, on every high hill and under every green tree you lay down as a prostitute. Hosea 1:2 When the LORD first spoke through Hosea, He told him, “Go, take a prostitute as your wife and have children of adultery, because this land is flagrantly prostituting itself by departing from the LORD.” Jeremiah 13:27 Your adulteries and lustful neighings, your shameless prostitution on the hills and in the fields—I have seen your detestable acts. Woe to you, O Jerusalem! How long will you remain unclean?” Isaiah 57:3-8 “But come here, you sons of a sorceress, you offspring of adulterers and prostitutes! / Whom are you mocking? At whom do you sneer and stick out your tongue? Are you not children of transgression, offspring of deceit, / who burn with lust among the oaks, under every luxuriant tree, who slaughter your children in the valleys, under the clefts of the rocks? … Hosea 4:12-14 My people consult their wooden idols, and their divining rods inform them. For a spirit of prostitution leads them astray and they have played the harlot against their God. / They sacrifice on the mountaintops and burn offerings on the hills, under oak, poplar, and terebinth, because their shade is pleasant. And so your daughters turn to prostitution and your daughters-in-law to adultery. / I will not punish your daughters when they prostitute themselves, nor your daughters-in-law when they commit adultery. For the men themselves go off with prostitutes and offer sacrifices with shrine prostitutes. So a people without understanding will come to ruin. Treasury of Scripture Son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother: two Ezekiel 16:44,46 Behold, every one that useth proverbs shall use this proverb against thee, saying, As is the mother, so is her daughter… Jeremiah 3:7-10 And I said after she had done all these things, Turn thou unto me. But she returned not. And her treacherous sister Judah saw it… Jump to Previous Daughters Mother WomenJump to Next Daughters Mother WomenEzekiel 23 1. The unfaithfulness of Aholah and Aholibah23. Aholibah is to be plagued by her lovers 36. The prophet reproves the adulteries of them both 45. and shows their judgments “Son of man, God addresses Ezekiel as a human servant called to deliver His message. The title keeps the prophet mindful of his mortality and dependence on the Lord. Ezk 2:1 “Son of man,” He said to me, “stand up on your feet”… there were two women, The women represent the sister kingdoms of Israel and Judah, whose idolatry and political alliances revealed their unfaithfulness to God. Zec 5:9 Then I lifted up my eyes and saw two women… daughters of the same mother, Both kingdoms descended from the same covenant people, established through the patriarchs and the giving of the Law at Sinai, and shared the blessings, law, and responsibilities given to Israel. Their common heritage and unity under God’s law made their rebellion against the Lord especially grievous. Lev 18:9 You must not have sexual relations with your sister,… Persons / Places / Events 1. Son of ManThis is a title used for the prophet Ezekiel, emphasizing his humanity and role as a representative of God to the people of Israel. 2. Two Women Symbolic representations of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah. They are depicted as sisters, sharing the same heritage and covenant relationship with God. 3. Daughters of the Same Mother This phrase indicates that both Israel and Judah originated from the same ancestral line, the people of God, and shared the same spiritual heritage. Teaching Points Understanding Spiritual AdulteryThe imagery of two women symbolizes the spiritual unfaithfulness of God's people. It serves as a warning against idolatry and turning away from God. Shared Heritage and Responsibility Both Israel and Judah shared the same spiritual heritage. Believers today share a common faith and are called to uphold the values and teachings of Christ. Consequences of Unfaithfulness The account warns of the consequences of spiritual adultery, urging believers to remain faithful to God and His commandments. Repentance and Restoration Despite the unfaithfulness depicted, God's desire is for repentance and restoration. This is a call to return to God with a sincere heart. The Role of the Prophet Ezekiel's role as "Son of Man" highlights the responsibility of God's messengers to speak truth and call people back to righteousness. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 23:2?2. How does Ezekiel 23:2 illustrate the consequences of spiritual unfaithfulness to God? 3. What lessons can modern believers learn from the allegory in Ezekiel 23:2? 4. How does Ezekiel 23:2 connect with the theme of idolatry in the Bible? 5. In what ways can we guard against spiritual infidelity in our lives today? 6. How does understanding Ezekiel 23:2 enhance our comprehension of God's expectations for His people? 7. What is the significance of the allegory in Ezekiel 23:2 for understanding Israel's history? 8. How does Ezekiel 23:2 reflect on the nature of idolatry in biblical times? 9. Why does Ezekiel use the metaphor of two sisters in chapter 23:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 23? Ezekiel 23:2 sets the framework for a vivid parable: God tells His human prophet to confront the northern and southern kingdoms—two “women” who, though born of the same covenant mother, chose parallel paths of spiritual adultery. The verse reminds us that shared heritage offers no immunity from judgment, but it also hints at God’s redemptive intent to reclaim and reunite His wayward people. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew “Sonבֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of man, אָדָ֑ם (’ā·ḏām) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being there were הָיֽוּ׃ (hā·yū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be two שְׁתַּ֣יִם (šə·ta·yim) Number - fd Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) women, נָשִׁ֔ים (nā·šîm) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female daughters בְּנ֥וֹת (bə·nō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 1323: A daughter of the same אַחַ֖ת (’a·ḥaṯ) Number - feminine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first mother, אֵם־ (’êm-) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 517: A mother, ) Additonal Resources Ezekiel 23:2 Blue Letter BibleEzekiel 23:2 Bible Gateway Ezekiel 23:2 Bible.com Ezekiel 23:2 NIV |



