Unequal
TextsWhat is the meaning of Unequal in the Bible?
The phrase 'unequal yoke' originates from agricultural practices where two different species were joined, appearing in Ezekiel 18:25 and 2 Corinthians 6:14 as a metaphor for incompatible unions.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding this agricultural metaphor clarifies the biblical emphasis on maintaining distinct boundaries and compatibility within spiritual and communal relationships.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Unequal functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Unequal in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Unequal clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Ezekiel 18:252 Corinthians 6:14
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Unequal." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/unequal/