The Book of Enoch, Chapter 63 summary
Chapter 63 of 108 · 2 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 63, the kings and rulers plead for relief, praise the Lord of Spirits, and confess that they trust wealth and power instead of honoring Him. Their confession brings no escape: they face exclusion, darkness, and the Lord’s declaration that their judgment is final.
What happens
- The kings and rulers beg the angels of punishment for a brief respite and a chance to confess.
- They praise the Lord of Spirits and acknowledge His enduring power, wisdom, and righteousness.
- They admit their unbelief and misplaced trust in wealth, power, and kingdoms, while accepting the justice of their punishment.
- They mourn that their possessions cannot save them from the darkness of Sheol.
- They stand ashamed before the Son of Man, face exclusion from His light, and receive a declaration of final judgment.
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What to notice
The rulers recognize that their former sources of security now burden them. Their admission connects worldly ambition with helplessness under judgment.
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