Enoch 27
1 Then said I: 'For what object is this blessed land, which is entirely filled with trees, and this accursed valley between?'
2 Then Uriel, one of the holy angels who was with me, answered and said: 'This accursed valley is for those who are accursed for ever: Here shall all the accursed be gathered together who utter with their lips against the Lord unseemly words and of His glory speak hard things. Here shall they be gathered together, and here shall be their place of judgement.
3 In the last days there shall be upon them the spectacle of righteous judgement in the presence of the righteous for ever: here shall the merciful bless the Lord of glory, the Eternal King.
4 In the days of judgement over the former, they shall bless Him for the mercy in accordance with which He has assigned them their lot.'
5 Then I blessed the Lord of Glory and set forth His glory and lauded Him gloriously.
Common Questions About Enoch 27
What is the 'accursed valley' Enoch asks about in chapter 27?
Uriel explains that the valley between the blessed, tree-filled land is the gathering place and site of judgment for those who are cursed forever for speaking rebellious or blasphemous words against the Lord.
What will the righteous do when they witness this judgment?
Uriel tells Enoch that in the last days the righteous will witness this judgment and will bless the Lord of glory for His mercy in assigning each person their rightful place, prompting Enoch himself to bless and praise God.
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Questions to Think About
- The accursed valley is specifically for those who speak 'unseemly words' and 'hard things' against God's glory, showing that words carry real weight before God. How careful are you with your own words about God, especially in moments of frustration or doubt?
- The righteous respond to witnessing judgment not with satisfaction but with blessing and praise toward God's mercy. How do you keep your own heart oriented toward gratitude for mercy rather than toward self-righteousness when you see wrongdoing addressed?
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