15 So that their hearts may melt and many may stumble, I have appointed at all their gates a sword for slaughter. Yes, it is ready to flash like lightning; it is drawn for slaughter. 16 Slash to the right; set your blade to the left— wherever your blade is directed. 17 I too will strike My hands together, and I will satisfy My wrath.’ I, the LORD, have spoken.”
Ezekiel 21:15–17
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