This word appears in God's commissioning of Ezekiel, warning the prophet about his audience. Traditional interpretation sees 'rebels' or 'rebellious ones' based on Aramaic roots for contradiction and defiance. However, the pairing with another uncertain term has led some to read both as 'briers and thorns,' emphasizing hostile, painful opposition. The versions show confusion, with some reading participles and others taking the botanical interpretation. The context certainly indicates fierce resistance to Ezekiel's message.