Ezekiel 33:19
“When the wicked turns from his wickedness, and does that which is lawful and right, he shall live thereby.”
— Ezekiel 33:19
About this verse
Ezekiel 33:19 comes from the book of Ezekiel, written during the Exile (~586 BC) period. The setting is prophetic discourse. The dominant emotion in this verse is growing, with a comfort power of 80% and a tone that is joyful. It belongs to the prophecy genre of biblical literature. Key themes include repentance, life, transformation. Notable phrases: wicked turns from his wickedness; he shall live thereby. This verse contains a promise of God. This verse contains prophecy.
Era
Exile (~586 BC)
Emotion
growing
Type
prophecy
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Comfort power
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