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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
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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””

Derek Prince

About This Quote

Source Bible: Book of Ezekiel, Chapter 16, Verse 49

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.

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