Bread Quote by Bible
“Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying, Son of man, eat thy bread with quaking, and drink thy water with trembling and with carefulness; And say unto the people of the land, Thus saith the Lord GOD of the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and of the land of Israel; They shall eat their bread with carefulness, and drink their water with astonishment, that her land may be desolate from all that is therein, because of the violence of all them that dwell therein.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Book of Ezekiel, Chapter 24, Verse 2; Prophecy
The LORD warns of impending desolation, urging careful consumption as a sign of divine judgment.
In simple terms: God warns people to be cautious as a sign of judgment.
Key Takeaway
Heed warnings before disaster strikes.
Themes
judgment
warning
divine wrath
desolation
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
prophetic
religious
When to use this quote
- religious ceremony
- personal reflection
- community warning
Key Concepts
prophecy
obedience
spiritual vigilance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond to warnings of impending danger?
- What does “careful consumption” mean today?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may be literal, not symbolic.
