יחזקאל, פרק כ״ב, פסוק כ״ז

The political leaders of a nation are entrusted with the duty to protect and guide their society. Yet, a tragic reversal occurs when these very protectors transform into the most cruel predators. These political leaders [ביאור שטיינזלץ] operate like deadly iron and vicious beasts of prey, specifically wolves. The comparison to a wolf is precise and deeply significant. While a lion generally only attacks a human out of hunger, a wolf will hunt and kill even when its appetite is fully satisfied [מלבי"ם].

In the same way, the leaders engage in brutal acts of destruction and murder, carrying out these atrocities either directly or through indirect means [ביאור שטיינזלץ]. Their actions are driven by a ruthless urge to destroy and a deep desire for profit. The primary motivation behind this intense cruelty is sheer greed. The leaders are willing to shed blood simply to rob their victims and seize their wealth [רש"י, מצודת דוד]. The sheer force of this greed is absolute, closely tied to a culture of deep corruption where bribes are readily accepted in exchange for bloodshed [רד"ק].