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I will now do everything I have threatened. I, the Sovereign LORD, have spoken!’” <a href="/esv/ezekiel/12.htm">English Standard Version</a> Therefore say to them, Thus says the Lord GOD: None of my words will be delayed any longer, but the word that I speak will be performed, declares the Lord GOD.” <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/12.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Therefore tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘None of My words will be delayed any longer. The message I speak will be fulfilled, declares the Lord GOD.’” <a href="/kjv/ezekiel/12.htm">King James Bible</a> Therefore say unto them, Thus saith the Lord GOD; There shall none of my words be prolonged any more, but the word which I have spoken shall be done, saith the Lord GOD. <a href="/nkjv/ezekiel/12.htm">New King James Version</a> Therefore say to them, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD: “None of My words will be postponed any more, but the word which I speak will be done,” says the Lord GOD.’ ” <a href="/nasb_/ezekiel/12.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Therefore say to them, ‘This is what the Lord GOD says: “None of My words will be delayed any longer. Whatever word I speak will be performed,”’” declares the Lord GOD. <a href="/nasb/ezekiel/12.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220Therefore say to them, &#8216Thus says the Lord GOD, &#8220None of My words will be delayed any longer. Whatever word I speak will be performed,"&#8217&#8221 declares the Lord GOD. <a href="/nasb77/ezekiel/12.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “Therefore say to them, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD, “None of My words will be delayed any longer. Whatever word I speak will be performed,”’” declares the Lord GOD. <a href="/lsb/ezekiel/12.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Therefore say to them, ‘Thus says Lord Yahweh, “None of My words will be delayed any longer. Whatever word I speak will be done,”’” declares Lord Yahweh. <a href="/amp/ezekiel/12.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Therefore say to them, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD, “None of My words will be delayed any longer. Whatever word I speak will be fulfilled completely,”’” says the Lord God. <a href="/csb/ezekiel/12.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Therefore say to them, ‘This is what the Lord GOD says: None of my words will be delayed any longer. The message I speak will be fulfilled. This is the declaration of the Lord GOD.’ ” <a href="/hcsb/ezekiel/12.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Therefore say to them: This is what the Lord GOD says: None of My words will be delayed any longer. The message I speak will be fulfilled.&#8221 This is the declaration of the Lord GOD. <a href="/asv/ezekiel/12.htm">American Standard Version</a> Therefore say unto them, Thus saith the Lord Jehovah: There shall none of my words be deferred any more, but the word which I shall speak shall be performed, saith the Lord Jehovah. <a href="/cev/ezekiel/12.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> So tell them that my words will soon come true, just as I have warned. I, the LORD, have spoken. <a href="/erv/ezekiel/12.htm">English Revised Version</a> Therefore say unto them, Thus saith the Lord GOD: There shall none of my words be deferred any more, but the word which I shall speak shall be performed, saith the Lord GOD. <a href="/gwt/ezekiel/12.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> "Tell them, 'This is what the Almighty LORD says: Everything that I say will no longer be delayed. Whatever I say will happen, declares the Almighty LORD.'" <a href="/gnt/ezekiel/12.htm">Good News Translation</a> So tell them that I, the Sovereign LORD, am saying: There will be no more delay. What I have said will be done. I, the Sovereign LORD, have spoken!" <a href="/isv/ezekiel/12.htm">International Standard Version</a> Therefore tell them, 'This is what the Lord GOD says, "None of my messages will be delayed any longer. Any message that I speak will be fulfilled," declares the Lord GOD.'" <a href="/msb/ezekiel/12.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Therefore tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: ?None of My words will be delayed any longer. The message I speak will be fulfilled, declares the Lord GOD.?? <a href="/net/ezekiel/12.htm">NET Bible</a> Therefore say to them, 'This is what the sovereign LORD says: None of my words will be delayed any longer! The word I speak will come to pass, declares the sovereign LORD.'" <a href="/nheb/ezekiel/12.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Therefore tell them, 'Thus says the Lord GOD: None of my words shall be deferred any more, but the word which I shall speak shall be performed, says the Lord GOD.'" <a href="/wbt/ezekiel/12.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Therefore say to them, Thus saith the Lord GOD; There shall none of my words be further deferred, but the word which I have spoken shall be done, saith the Lord GOD. <a href="/web/ezekiel/12.htm">World English Bible</a> “Therefore tell them, ‘The Lord Yahweh says: “None of my words will be deferred any more, but the word which I speak will be performed,” says the Lord Yahweh.’” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/ezekiel/12.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> therefore say to them, Thus said Lord YHWH: None of My words are prolonged anymore, "" When I speak a word—it is done, "" A declaration of Lord YHWH!” <a href="/ylt/ezekiel/12.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> therefore say unto them: Thus said the Lord Jehovah: None of my words are prolonged any more, When I speak a word -- it is done, An affirmation of the Lord Jehovah!' <a href="/slt/ezekiel/12.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> For this, say to them, Thus said the Lord Jehovah: No more shall my words be protracted, for I will speak the word and it shall be done, says the Lord Jehovah.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/ezekiel/12.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Therefore say to them: Thus saith the Lord God: Not one word of mine shall be prolonged any more: the word that I shall speak shall be accomplished, saith the Lord God. <a href="/cpdv/ezekiel/12.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Because of this, say to them: Thus says the Lord God: No word of mine will be delayed any longer. The word that I will speak will be fulfilled, says the Lord God.” <a href="/nabre/ezekiel/12.htm">New American Bible</a> Say to them therefore: Thus says the Lord GOD: None of my words shall be delayed any longer. Whatever I say is final; it shall be done—oracle of the Lord GOD. <a href="/nrsvce/ezekiel/12.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Therefore say to them, Thus says the Lord GOD: None of my words will be delayed any longer, but the word that I speak will be fulfilled, says the Lord GOD.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/ezekiel/12.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Therefore say unto them, Thus says the LORD God: There shall none of my words be delayed any more, but the word which I have spoken I shall soon fulfil, says the LORD God. <a href="/hpbt/ezekiel/12.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> Because of this, say to them: ‘Thus says THE LORD OF LORDS: there shall be no more delay to my words; the word that I spoke I will do it, says THE LORD OF LORDS’” <div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/ezekiel/12.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> Therefore say unto them: Thus saith the Lord GOD: There shall none of My words be delayed any more, but the word which I shall speak shall be performed, saith the Lord GOD.' <a href="/sep/ezekiel/12.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> Therefore say to them, Thus saith the Lord; Henceforth none of my words shall linger, which I shall speak: I will speak and do, saith the Lord. <a href="/parallel/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vET3Gmwku4s?start=2797" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/ezekiel/12.htm">The Presumptuous Proverb</a> …27“Son of man, take note that the house of Israel is saying, ‘The vision that he sees is for many years from now; he prophesies about the distant future.’ 28<a href="/hebrew/3651.htm" title="3651: lā·ḵên (Adv) -- So, thus. From kuwn; properly, set upright; hence just; but usually rightly or so.">Therefore</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: ’ĕ·mōr (V-Qal-Imp-ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">tell</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’ă·lê·hem (Prep:: 3mp) -- To, into, towards. ">them</a> <a href="/hebrew/3541.htm" title="3541: kōh (Adv) -- Thus, here. From the prefix k and huw'; properly, like this, i.e. By implication, thus; also here; or now.">that this is what</a> <a href="/hebrew/136.htm" title="136: ’ă·ḏō·nāy (N-proper-ms) -- Lord. Am emphatic form of 'adown; the Lord.">the Lord</a> <a href="/hebrew/3069.htm" title="3069: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- YHWH. A variation of Yhovah.">GOD</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: ’ā·mar (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">says:</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō- (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">‘None</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: də·ḇā·rāy (N-mpc:: 1cs) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">of My words</a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/4900.htm" title="4900: ṯim·mā·šêḵ (V-Nifal-Imperf-3fs) -- To draw, drag. A primitive root; to draw, used in a great variety of applications.">will be delayed</a> <a href="/hebrew/5750.htm" title="5750: ‘ō·wḏ (Adv) -- Or rod; from uwd; properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially, again, repeatedly, still, more.">any longer.</a> <a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: dā·ḇār (N-ms) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">The message</a> <a href="/hebrew/1696.htm" title="1696: ’ă·ḏab·bêr (V-Piel-Imperf-1cs) -- To speak. A primitive root; perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively, to speak; rarely to subdue.">I speak</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: wə·yê·‘ā·śeh (Conj-w:: V-Nifal-ConjImperf-3ms) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">will be fulfilled,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5002.htm" title="5002: nə·’um (N-msc) -- Utterance. From na'am; an oracle.">declares</a> <a href="/hebrew/136.htm" title="136: ’ă·ḏō·nāy (N-proper-ms) -- Lord. Am emphatic form of 'adown; the Lord.">the Lord</a> <a href="/hebrew/3069.htm" title="3069: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- YHWH. A variation of Yhovah.">GOD.’”</a> <div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/isaiah/55-11.htm">Isaiah 55:11</a> so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it. <a href="/numbers/23-19.htm">Numbers 23:19</a> God is not a man, that He should lie, or a son of man, that He should change His mind. Does He speak and not act? Does He promise and not fulfill? <a href="/habakkuk/2-3.htm">Habakkuk 2:3</a> For the vision awaits an appointed time; it testifies of the end and does not lie. Though it lingers, wait for it, since it will surely come and will not delay. <a href="/matthew/24-35.htm">Matthew 24:35</a> Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away. <a href="/2_peter/3-9.htm">2 Peter 3:9</a> The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance. <a href="/isaiah/46-10.htm">Isaiah 46:10-11</a> I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’ / I summon a bird of prey from the east, a man for My purpose from a far-off land. Truly I have spoken, and truly I will bring it to pass. I have planned it, and I will surely do it. <a href="/jeremiah/1-12.htm">Jeremiah 1:12</a> “You have observed correctly,” said the LORD, “for I am watching over My word to accomplish it.” <a href="/hebrews/10-37.htm">Hebrews 10:37</a> For, “In just a little while, He who is coming will come and will not delay. <a href="/lamentations/3-37.htm">Lamentations 3:37</a> Who has spoken and it came to pass, unless the Lord has ordained it? <a href="/1_samuel/15-29.htm">1 Samuel 15:29</a> Moreover, the Glory of Israel does not lie or change His mind, for He is not a man, that He should change His mind.” <a href="/luke/21-33.htm">Luke 21:33</a> Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away. <a href="/romans/4-21.htm">Romans 4:21</a> being fully persuaded that God was able to do what He had promised. <a href="/isaiah/14-24.htm">Isaiah 14:24</a> The LORD of Hosts has sworn: “Surely, as I have planned, so will it be; as I have purposed, so will it stand. <a href="/revelation/22-6.htm">Revelation 22:6</a> Then the angel said to me, “These words are faithful and true. The Lord, the God of the spirits of the prophets, has sent His angel to show His servants what must soon take place.” <a href="/psalms/33-9.htm">Psalm 33:9</a> For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Therefore say to them, Thus said the Lord GOD; There shall none of my words be prolonged any more, but the word which I have spoken shall be done, said the Lord GOD.There shall<a href="/ezekiel/12-23.htm">Ezekiel 12:23-25</a> Tell them therefore, Thus saith the Lord GOD; I will make this proverb to cease, and they shall no more use it as a proverb in Israel; but say unto them, The days are at hand, and the effect of every vision… <a href="/jeremiah/4-7.htm">Jeremiah 4:7</a> The lion is come up from his thicket, and the destroyer of the Gentiles is on his way; he is gone forth from his place to make thy land desolate; and thy cities shall be laid waste, without an inhabitant.<a href="/jeremiah/44-28.htm">Jeremiah 44:28</a> Yet a small number that escape the sword shall return out of the land of Egypt into the land of Judah, and all the remnant of Judah, that are gone into the land of Egypt to sojourn there, shall know whose words shall stand, mine, or theirs.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Affirmation</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Declares</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Deferred</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Delayed</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Fulfilled</a> <a href="/ezekiel/5-16.htm">Further</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Longer</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Performed</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Prolonged</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Sovereign</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Whatever</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-26.htm">Word</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-27.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ezekiel/13-7.htm">Affirmation</a> <a href="/ezekiel/13-6.htm">Declares</a> <a href="/acts/24-22.htm">Deferred</a> <a href="/matthew/24-48.htm">Delayed</a> <a href="/ezekiel/13-6.htm">Fulfilled</a> <a href="/ezekiel/20-12.htm">Further</a> <a href="/ezekiel/13-21.htm">Longer</a> <a href="/ezekiel/29-20.htm">Performed</a> <a href="/daniel/7-12.htm">Prolonged</a> <a href="/ezekiel/13-3.htm">Sovereign</a> <a href="/ezekiel/13-7.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/ezekiel/14-23.htm">Whatever</a> <a href="/ezekiel/13-1.htm">Word</a> <a href="/ezekiel/13-2.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Ezekiel 12</div>1. <a href="/ezekiel/12-1.htm">Under the type of Ezekiel's removing</a> 8. <a href="/ezekiel/12-8.htm">is shown the captivity of Zedekiah</a> 17. <a href="/ezekiel/12-17.htm">Ezekiel's trembling shows the Jews' desolation</a> 21. <a href="/ezekiel/12-21.htm">The Jews' presumptuous proverb is reproved</a> 26. <a href="/ezekiel/12-26.htm">The speediness of the vision</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/ezekiel/12.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/ezekiel/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/ezekiel/12.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Therefore tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: This phrase emphasizes the role of the prophet as a messenger of God. Ezekiel, like other prophets, is tasked with delivering God's message to the people. The use of "Lord GOD" underscores the authority and sovereignty of God. In the Hebrew text, "Lord GOD" is often represented as "Adonai Yahweh," highlighting both God's lordship and His covenant name. This introduction sets the stage for a divine pronouncement, indicating that what follows is not merely human opinion but a direct communication from God.‘None of My words will be delayed any longer. This statement addresses the skepticism among the exiles in Babylon who doubted the fulfillment of God's prophecies. Historically, the people had experienced a delay in the realization of prophetic warnings, leading to complacency. This phrase assures them that the time of waiting is over. Theologically, it reflects God's faithfulness and the certainty of His word. The delay in fulfillment is a common theme in prophecy, as seen in <a href="/habakkuk/2-3.htm">Habakkuk 2:3</a>, where the vision awaits its appointed time. This assurance is a reminder that God's timing is perfect and His promises are sure.The message I speak will be fulfilled, Here, the focus is on the certainty of God's word coming to pass. The fulfillment of prophecy is a key theme throughout the Bible, demonstrating God's control over history. This phrase reassures the exiles that God's plans are unfolding as intended. It also serves as a warning to those who doubt or dismiss God's word. The fulfillment of prophecy is seen in various instances, such as the coming of the Messiah, which was foretold in the Old Testament and fulfilled in the New Testament. This underscores the reliability of God's promises.declares the Lord GOD.’” The repetition of "declares the Lord GOD" at the end of the verse reinforces the authority and finality of the message. It serves as a divine seal on the prophecy, emphasizing that it is not open to debate or interpretation. This declaration is a common prophetic formula, used to affirm that the message is not from the prophet's own imagination but from God Himself. It is a reminder of God's ultimate authority and the seriousness with which His words should be received. This phrase also connects to the broader biblical narrative of God's sovereignty and His active role in guiding the course of history.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/e/ezekiel.htm">Ezekiel</a> A prophet during the Babylonian exile, tasked with delivering God's messages to the Israelites. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a> The people of God who were in exile in Babylon due to their disobedience and idolatry. 3. <a href="/topical/b/babylon.htm">Babylon</a> The place of exile for the Israelites, representing a period of judgment and purification. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_lord_god.htm">The Lord GOD</a> The sovereign and covenant-keeping God who speaks through His prophets. 5. <a href="/topical/p/prophetic_fulfillment.htm">Prophetic Fulfillment</a> The event of God's words coming to pass, emphasizing His faithfulness and sovereignty.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_and_faithfulness.htm">God's Sovereignty and Faithfulness</a> God's words are certain and will come to pass. We can trust in His promises and timing. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_patience_and_trust.htm">The Importance of Patience and Trust</a> Even when it seems like God's promises are delayed, we must remain patient and trust in His perfect timing. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_prophecy_in_encouragement_and_warning.htm">The Role of Prophecy in Encouragement and Warning</a> Prophecies serve both to encourage the faithful and to warn those who are straying. We should heed God's messages and align our lives accordingly. <a href="/topical/t/the_urgency_of_obedience.htm">The Urgency of Obedience</a> Knowing that God's words will be fulfilled should prompt us to live in obedience and readiness for His plans. <a href="/topical/t/the_assurance_of_god's_plan.htm">The Assurance of God's Plan</a> In times of uncertainty, we can find peace in knowing that God's plan is unfolding exactly as He intends.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_ezekiel_12.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 12</a> <a href="/q/how_does_ezekiel_36_align_with_other_prophecies.htm">How do claims in Ezekiel 36 about Israel's future prosperity reconcile with other biblical passages that predict ongoing hardship for the same people?</a> <a href="/q/why_were_people_complacent_in_ezekiel_12_27.htm">Why did the people remain complacent in Ezekiel 12:27-28, suggesting the prophecy had little impact if it was truly from God?</a> <a href="/q/why_aren't_babylon_egypt_judged_like_ezekiel_22_15.htm">Why is there no mention of any other civilizations, such as Babylon or Egypt, being judged in the same manner as described in Ezekiel 22:15, despite historical records of their own atrocities?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_hosea_10_15_align_with_god's_mercy.htm">Hosea 10:15: How does the severe punishment described reconcile with portrayals of a merciful God elsewhere in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>Therefore לָכֵ֞ן (lā·ḵên) Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3651.htm">Strong's 3651: </a> So -- thus tell אֱמֹ֣ר (’ĕ·mōr) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> To utter, say them אֲלֵיהֶ֗ם (’ă·lê·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> Near, with, among, to that this is what כֹּ֤ה (kōh) Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3541.htm">Strong's 3541: </a> Like this, thus, here, now the Lord אֲדֹנָ֣י (’ă·ḏō·nāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_136.htm">Strong's 136: </a> The Lord GOD יְהוִ֔ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3069.htm">Strong's 3069: </a> YHWH says: אָמַר֙ (’ā·mar) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> To utter, say ‘None לֹא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> Not, no of My words דְּבָרָ֑י (də·ḇā·rāy) Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> A word, a matter, thing, a cause will be delayed תִמָּשֵׁ֥ךְ (ṯim·mā·šêḵ) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4900.htm">Strong's 4900: </a> To draw, drag any longer. ע֖וֹד (‘ō·wḏ) Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5750.htm">Strong's 5750: </a> Iteration, continuance, again, repeatedly, still, more The message דָּבָר֙ (dā·ḇār) Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> A word, a matter, thing, a cause I speak אֲדַבֵּ֤ר (’ă·ḏab·bêr) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1696.htm">Strong's 1696: </a> To arrange, to speak, to subdue will be fulfilled, וְיֵ֣עָשֶׂ֔ה (wə·yê·‘ā·śeh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> To do, make declares נְאֻ֖ם (nə·’um) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5002.htm">Strong's 5002: </a> An oracle the Lord אֲדֹנָ֥י (’ă·ḏō·nāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_136.htm">Strong's 136: </a> The Lord GOD.’” יְהוִֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3069.htm">Strong's 3069: </a> YHWH <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Ezekiel 12:28 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Ezekiel 12:28 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Ezekiel 12:28 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Ezekiel 12:28 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Ezekiel 12:28 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Ezekiel 12:28 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Ezekiel 12:28 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Ezekiel 12:28 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Ezekiel 12:28 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/ezekiel/12-28.htm">Ezekiel 12:28 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/ezekiel/12-28.htm">OT Prophets: Ezekiel 12:28 Therefore tell them Thus says the Lord (Ezek. 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