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Divine Jealousy
Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on May 25, 2026 (message contributor)
“It is true that Ezekiel’s performances arise out of perceived divine jealousy. Indeed the word quin’a, though appearing only ten times in the book, expresses the underlying motif of his ministry, and one’s interpretation of the word determines one’s perception of the God whom it describes. To render this term “jealousy” is not only inadequate but also misleading. In common parlance jealousy tends to be associated either with envy or covetousness, the desire to own what someone else possesses, or exaggerated possessiveness over what one already owns, that is, an unwillingness to share it with others. In psychiatric terms, jealousy amounts to ‘vindictiveness born of sexual frustration.’ While both perspectives perceive ‘jealousy’ as a negative quality, it is doubtful that Ezekiel would accept either view. Instead of treating quin’a cynically, one should hear in the word the legitimate, nay amazing, passion of God for one whom he loves. This love is fueled not by an exploitative need to dominate but by ardor for the well-being of the object. In the OT quin’a is aroused when a legitimate and wholesome relationship is threatened by interference from a third party. Thus the word expresses an entirely appropriate response by a husband or wife when another ‘lover’ enter the picture. Since the marriage metaphor provides the basic image for understanding Yahweh’s covenant with Israel, the description for his response to infidelity as quin’a is both logical and natural. Indeed, qanna is not merely an attribute of God; it is an epithet. Yahweh has committed himself to Israel, a devotion expressed in gracious redemption of the nation from bondage; and he rightfully expects grateful and exclusive loyalty in return. The intensity of his wrath at threats to this relationship is directly proportional to the depth of his love. It arises out of the profundity of his covenant love. Because he feels so deeply he must respond vigorously. His relationship with his people has been violated, and he must defend it.” (NICOT, The Book of Ezekiel, Daniel K. Block, pgs. 13-14)
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