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The intact sanctuary’s closed exterior doors face siege towers beyond the wall; small sandals rest outside.
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Ezekiel 24:21

The threatened sanctuary

The Pot and the Silent Sign · Ezekiel 24

Story guide: The threatened sanctuary pictures Israel losing its cherished holy place; the small sandals recall the children left behind.

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21Say to the house of Israel, ‘Thus says the Lord GOD: Behold, I am about to profane my sanctuary, the pride of your strength, the delight of your eyes, and the desire of your soul; and your sons and your daughters whom you left behind will fall by the sword.’

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