# the house of Israel

"the Israelite people group". See Ezekiel 3:1.

# Behold

This alerts us to pay attention to the surprising information that follows.

# I will desecrate my sanctuary—the pride of ... of your soul, and your sons

"I will desecrate my sanctuary which is the pride ... of your soul. Your sons"

# the pride of your power

"the building that you are proud of" or "the source of your strong pride"

# the delight of your eyes

"the building that you delight to look at"

# the yearning of your soul

"the building that you truly love"

# your sons and your daughters ... will fall by the sword

"your enemies will kill your sons and your daughters ... with their swords"