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![“Look, this was the iniquity of your sister Sodom: She and her daughter [that is, her fellow cities] had pride, fullness of food, and abundance of idleness; neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy.” Ezekiel 16:49” quote by Derek Prince](https://sms4smile.com/q/i/b6b/derek-prince-16908_children_look-this-was-the-iniquity-of-your-siste_1636079.jpg)
““Look, this was the iniquity of your sister Sodom: She and her daughter [that is, her fellow cities] had pride, fullness of food, and abundance of idleness; neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy.” Ezekiel 16:49””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Sodom’s sister city was proud, idle, and neglectful of the poor, embodying sin.
In simple terms: Pride and neglect of the poor define sin.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and aid the needy.
Themes
pride
idleness
neglect
poverty
sin
Mood
solemn
thoughtful
Type
scriptural
ethical
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- social welfare programs
- community outreach
- charitable initiatives
Key Concepts
social justice
ethical responsibility
biblical morality
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pride affect community welfare?
- What actions can counter idleness and neglect?
A Different Perspective
Historical context may differ from modern issues.