Ezekiel 23:10Meaning & Commentary from the Church Fathers

God revealed her disgrace, and her children came forth; she met her end by the sword. The wives were filled with contempt, and retribution fell upon her through her daughters. In her abandonment, she gained insight into her relationship with Me and recognized the deceit of her desires. Shortly after being taken captive, her infidelities became evident through her suffering, leading to her brutal execution without pity; her sons and daughters were seized as captives, and every city cries out regarding her fate. In a metaphorical sense, the cities were referred to as wives. This cruelty, however, was not only inflicted upon her but also extended to her daughters, representing the towns and villages of Samaria. The ten tribes first faced this oppression from King Felgathalassar, followed by Salmanassar, the Assyrian monarchs. After conveying the misfortunes of the people of Samaria, the focus shifted to Jerusalem, and He spoke: