Ezekiel 9:5Meaning & Commentary from the Church Fathers

I will echo the words of the blessed Paul, "It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God" (Hebrews 10:31), and I will incorporate the wisdom of David: "Blessed are they that keep judgment and do righteousness at all times" (Psalm 105:3); for on the day of reckoning, the Lord will ensure their deliverance. We observe, as the Prophet conveys, that some are ruthlessly sown with the wicked, facing punishment across generations, while others are justly redeemed, remaining distinct from the former. However, God instructs the forces of judgment to commence with those sanctified by Him—not in the strict sense of being called saints, but due to their honored status as such, being set apart for divine service.