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Ezekiel 22:6

This translation is rather unwieldy. It means, "The princes used their power to shed blood in you [Jerusalem]." In other words, the leaders did not hold their positions in high regard, using their power to advance their own honor and glory, by whatever means.

John W. Ritenbaugh
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Related Topics: Abuse of Power | Glorifying Self | Honoring Self | Misuse of Power | Power used to Shed Blood | Self Exaltation | Self Glorification

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