Eze 44:12 | NET2full | STEP | Because they used to minister to them before their idols and became a sinful obstacle to the house of Israel , consequently I have made a vow concerning them, declares the Sovereign Lord , that they will be responsible for their sin .

‏ Ezekiel 44:12

12 Because they used to minister to them before their idols and became a sinful obstacle ^{▼▼tn Heb “a stumbling block of iniquity.” This is a unique phrase of the prophet Ezekiel (cf. also Ezek 7:19; 14:3, 4, 7; 18:30).} to the house of Israel, consequently I have made a vow ^{▼▼tn Heb “I lifted up my hand.”} concerning them, declares the Sovereign Lord, that they will be responsible for ^{▼▼tn Heb “will bear.”} their sin.