These doubts were strong enough, in those early days, to raise the question of whether ezekiel should be one of the biblical books. This book contains prophecies attributed to the prophetpriest ezekiel, and is one of the books of the prophets. The passage reminds us of the last verse of the sixth chapter of isaiah, which was perhaps in ezekiels mind when he wrote. The book of ezekiel is narrative history, prophetic and apocalyptic in genre and even contains parables. In very detailed language, in very specific words, ezekiel compares israel to a spouse who has gone away from her husband. The book of ezekiel was likely written between 593 and 565 b. What he sees, coupled with what he says and does, makes him a creative and powerful prophet. Ezekiel chapters 1 to 24 free bible commentary in easy. Judgment of jerusalemisrael shall be destroyed ezekiel 78. Ezekiel saw the glory of god as he had seen it before ezekiel chapter 1. A chapter by chapter bible study of the book of ezekiel in a questions and answers format. In this musical starring dolly parton and burt reynolds, one of the characters mentions weird spaceship theories related to the book of ezekiel after seeing a shooting star. The book of ezekiel, chapters 124 new international commentary on the old testament.
Ezekiel chapter 16 explained discover the 66 books of. The subject in this chapter is israel, as the unfaithful wife of jehovah. The book as a whole serves as a source of symbols and imagery for the book of revelation, such as the eating of the scroll ezekiel 2. Desolation and war over israelvision of wickedness ezekiel 910. Ezekiel s in babylon, having been exiled there after the first siege of judah by the babylonians. The righteous and the othersthe wheels and cheribums ezekiel 1112.
Ezekiel 16 is the sixteenth chapter of the book of ezekiel in the hebrew bible or the old testament of the christian bible. Remember, the designation major or minor simply refers to the length of the book, not its importance. Pop culture references the best little whorehouse in texas. To most modern readers the book of ezekiel is a mystery. The book of ezekiel he will be strengthened of god. A commentary on the book of ezekiel by pastor galen l.
Those of you who have been in prophecy studies for some time are familiar with this very peculiar concept that is all through the scriptures. According to the book itself, it records six visions of the prophet ezekiel, exiled in babylon, during the 22 years from 593 to 571 bc, although it is the product of a long and complex history and does not necessarily preserve the very words of the prophet. It can also refer to making a divine declaration of something to come. This is a project that has been on my mind for over four and a half years outlining all the books of the bible, from genesis to revelation. In this chapter the mercy of god to jerusalem, or the jewish church and nation, is set forth by the emblem of a person that should take up an exposed infant, bring her up with great tenderness, and afterwards marry her, 114. Doughty southside christian church december 2014 introduction. A fresh divine communication comes to the prophet, designed especially to impress upon him the responsibility of his office ezekiel 3.
The first dated message in ezekiel is from the summer of 593 b. It shows gods desire for israel to bear fruit which he can bless, however, selfish indulgence had left judah ready for judgment, like a torched vine chapter 15. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the book of ezekiel. The story of israels sin and unfaithfulness to the love of god is told in all its sordid, vile character. Hypocritical inquirers after godtheir wickedness discovered and rebuked. Ezekiel ministered to his generation who were both exceedingly sinful and thoroughly hopeless. The longest chapter in ezekiel is similar to chapter 23, in that both indict judah as spiritually immoral.
Jeremiah was still in judah while ezekiel was with the exiles. Book of ezekiel ezekiel chapter 1 ezekiel chapter 2 ezekiel chapter 3 ezekiel chapter 4. Old testament survey unit 9 quiz 2 flashcards quizlet. Along with ezekiels declaration of judgment to israel came a message of hope in a future restoration, though the message was veiled by mysterious symbols and events that still generate wonder and debate today. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ezekiel in the bible king james version. The book of ezekiel introduction to the book of ezekiel in the bible. Your origin and your birth are of the land of the canaanites.
The chapter is so sad and indicting that some of the ancient rabbis did not allow it to be read in public. From what appeared to be his waist down he was like fire, and from there up his. His name means strengthened by god, which, indeed, he was for the propheti. According to the book itself, it records six visions of the prophet ezekiel, exiled in babylon, during the 22 years from 593 to 571 bc, although it is the product of a long and complex history and does not necessarily preserve the very. These are all of the chapters of the book of ezekiel.
Few can handle ezekiel s relentless denunciations, his unconventional antics, his repetitive style, and his bewildering array of topics. Ezekiel chapters 1 to 24 free bible commentary in easy english. The book opens with an account of the vision that summoned ezekiel to his prophetic calling. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ezekiel in the bible new international version. Ezekiel bible book with full chapters king james version. And if a tenth still remain in it the land, it shall again pass through the fire. The prophets wrote over a period of 250300 years, spanning the decline, the exile, and the return of the children of israel. Title the book has always been named for its author, ezekiel 1. Idols are mentioned more often in the book of ezekiel than any other book of the bible 52 times. Ezekiel dates his last message as in the year 571 bc. If ezekiel was 30 years old when his ministry began, the final vision of the book came when he was about 50. From the first chapter, which graphically describes the overwhelming invasion of the divine presence into ezekiels world, to the last phrase of ezekiels vision the lord is there the book sounds and echoes gods sovereignty. Ezekiel describes his vision as an elaborate and complex image that symbolizes the majesty of yahweh and proclaims yahwehs sovereignty over all the nations of the earth. In chapter 8 he sees events in jerusalem, even though he no longer lives there.
Ezekiel 16 niv jerusalem as an adulterous wife the bible. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. The traditional explanation for restricting ezekiel to men was that women were too delicate to hear god using the f word chapter 16, though. Ezekiel, chapter 1 king james version christian answers.
Block makes sense of this obscure and often misunderstood prophet and demonstrates the relevance of ezekiel s. Ezekiel chapter 14 ezekiel chapter 15 ezekiel chapter 16 ezekiel chapter 17 ezekiel chapter 18 ezekiel chapter 19 ezekiel chapter 20 ezekiel chapter 21 ezekiel chapter 22 ezekiel chapter 23 ezekiel chapter 24 ezekiel chapter 25. Ezekiel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The book of ezekiel, chapters 124 new international commentary on the old testament block, daniel i. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in ezekiel s prophecy. In contrast to various other prophets ezekiel has not been criticised as much. Gods presence is symbolized by the temple gods sovereignty is over all nations and all times. Ezekiel focuses on the spiritual restoration of israel he was a priest and the book shows a concern for the priesthood, the temple, and sacrifices. Has words put into his mouth, signified by the vision of a roll, which he is ordered to eat, ver. The end is now upon you, and i will unleash my anger against you. Ezekiel in the picture study bible the book of ezekiel. In the bible, the hebrew verb nava, rendered prophesy, refers primarily to declaring an inspired message, judgment, moral teaching, or command from god.
This is a quote from ezekiel chapter 37 verses 15 16. What is the meaning of ezekiel chapter 16 verse 6 answers. Ezekiel s first prophecy was in the year 593 bc and he continued to prophesy for about 20 years. Verses 56 the lord told ezekiel to look toward the north. Another charge against the strong of the flock, for their injuring the weak, ver. And nowhere in the bible are gods initiative and control expressed more clearly and pervasively than in the book of ezekiel. A commentary on the book of ezekiel southside christian.
Through the book, he is careful to date each message. Ezekiel 16 commentary george leo haydocks catholic bible. Pastor steve will move through the book in a methodical fashion to unveil the lords message to israel and all believers. This book contains prophecies attributed to the prophet ezekiel, and is a part of the books of the prophets. The prophet is so overcome by the vision that he falls on his face. The first part of the book, up to chapter 32 inclusive, announces gods judgments against both the people of israel and the idolatrous nations. Ezekiel 16 kjv again the word of the lord came unto bible. The prophet ezekiel is the author of the book ezekiel 1. The book includes graphic descriptions of the disobedience of israel and judah, despite gods kindness chapter 23, compare chapter 16. He had a remarkable vision of gods throne in chapter 1, and this vision was referenced throughout the book. Vision of four creaturesthe sealed book ezekiel 34. Son of man, this is what the sovereign lord says to the land of israel.
Frank shallieu in 19871989 with notes inserted from a 19731976 study the first chapter of the book of ezekiel is a highly figurative vision of the glory of almighty god. A series of studies in the old testament book of ezekiel. The book of ezekiel, chapters 124 new international. Ezekiel 8 new international version niv idolatry in the temple. Ezekiel 26 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Ezekiel 1, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app. The vision of ezekiels typical removing as an exile, and accompanying instructions. I will judge you according to your conduct and repay you for all your detestable practices. All these visions relate to israels questions about god and the future. Also can be found in the book of daniel chapter 8 verse 16, and chapter 9 verse 21. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in ezekiels prophecy. Chapter ii ezekiel is commissioned to prophesy to the jewish captives, ver. Book of ezekiel overview insight for living ministries. Dont read this part of the bible if youre under 30 or a.
After a short prologue in which ezekiel describes how god called him, he uses a series of symbols to predict the now inevitable destruction of jerusalem and identify its. The end has come upon the four corners of the land. Isaiah dealt with israel this way, and the whole book of hosea is from the same point of view. Ezekiel cliffsnotes study guides book summaries, test.
Ezekiels priestly lineage shines through in his prophetic ministry. The book of ezekiel takes its title from the priest of the same name, son to a man named buzi. Ezekiel enacts destruction of jerusalem, chapter 12 vv. A promise, that god would take care of his flock, ver. Ezekiel 8 idolatry in the temple in the sixth bible. Ezekiel 16 english standard version esv the lord s faithless bride. Ezekiels in babylon, having been exiled there after the first siege of judah by the babylonians. Key personalities include ezekiel, israels leaders, ezekiel s wife. The priest ezekiel was the first prophet to be called by the lord outside of israel during the babylonian captivity. Ezekiels vision is an example of contextualization, where god accommodates his selfrevelation to cultural expectations and norms. Like in the book of revelation, magog is a being in the quran, whereas in the book of ezekiel, magog is a place. The christological purpose of ezekiel the book of ezekiel anticipates and points to jesus christ throughout. Thy birth and thy nativity is of the land of canaan. Mike bagwell yes, in ezekiel the shortest chapter 15 is juxtaposed to its longest chapter 16, an unusual situation.
Ezekiel 22 niv bible the word of the lord came to me. God asks the prophet, is it is trivial matter for the house of judah to do detestable things they are doing here. David guzik commentary on ezekiel 16, explains this chapter of prophetic poetry, describing the relationship between god and israel. This book is basically about the destruction and exile of judah and the promise of its eventual restoration by god. Chapter 8 describes the idol worship by the leaders of israel right in the temple. You can read the rest of the verses at the related link below. Jesus is the fulfiller of the promises laid out in the book. Ezekiel therefore engages in some strange behavior. Along with ezekiel s declaration of judgment to israel came a message of hope in a future restoration, though the message was veiled by mysterious symbols and events that still generate wonder and debate today. The latest dated oracle is 22 years later, in april 571 b. The guilt and condemnation of israel parabolically represented. The project gutenberg ebook of the expositors bible. Each had a face of a man, a lion, an ox, and an eagle. The holy bible with crossreferences and multiple translations.