יחזקאל, פרק כ״א, פסוק ל״ז

The nation of Ammon stands on the brink of absolute ruin, facing a final decree from God that will erase them from the pages of history. Their downfall will begin with overwhelming devastation, as the entire nation is consumed by flames set by the invading Chaldeans [מצודת דוד, ביאור שטיינזלץ].

As the violence unfolds, commentators offer two distinct perspectives regarding the fate of the people. One approach suggests that this disaster will occur entirely within their own borders. Rather than being taken into exile, the people of Ammon will face their punishment exactly where they live [ביאור שטיינזלץ]. The primary approach among commentators, however, views their doom as a tragic reversal of the familiar biblical plea for the earth not to cover spilled blood. According to this perspective, the earth will swallow and hide their blood completely. Because the evidence of their slaughter will be concealed from sight, there will be no call for justice or revenge.

As a direct result of this hidden blood and the absence of any vengeance, Ammon will fade into complete historical oblivion, never to be remembered [מצודת דוד, רד״ק, ביאור שטיינזלץ]. The absolute certainty of this doom is sealed by the fact that God Himself has spoken the decree. Because it is His word, their total destruction is guaranteed [מצודת דוד].