These words describe the people of Israel who will not treat Ezekiel kindly when he tells them what God says. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])
## briers and thorns ##
Briers are bushes with sharp points on the branches. The sharp points on the branches are called thorns.
## scorpions ##
A scorpion is a small animal with two front claws, six legs and a large tail with poisonous stinger. It's sting is very painful.