13 Now it is planted in the desert, in a dry and thirsty land.
13 And now she is planted in the wilderness, in a dry and thirsty ground.
13 Now it is planted in the wilderness, in a dry and thirsty land.
13 Now it's a stick stuck out in the desert, a bare stick in a desert of death,
13 And now she is planted in the wilderness, In a dry and thirsty land.
13 Now the vine is transplanted to the wilderness, where the ground is hard and dry.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Ezekiel 19:13
Commentary on Ezekiel 19:10-14
(Read Ezekiel 19:10-14)
Jerusalem was a vine, flourishing and fruitful. This vine is now destroyed, though not plucked up by the roots. She has by wickedness made herself like tinder to the sparks of God's wrath, so that her own branches serve as fuel to burn her. Blessed be God, one Branch of the vine here alluded to, is not only become a strong rod for the sceptre of those that rule, but is Himself the true and living Vine. This shall be for a rejoicing to all the chosen people of God throughout all generations.