This is the holy book of ezekiel, known as the book of the prophet ezekiel. Ezekiel s visions came mostly from being lifted by the spirit. Pastor steve will move through the book in a methodical fashion to unveil the lords message to israel and all believers. This book is basically about the destruction and exile of judah and the promise of its eventual restoration by god. In judaism, christianity, and islam, ezekiel is acknowledged as a hebrew prophet. The book of ezekiel chiefly records the events when the jews, including ezekiel himself, are among the exiles in babylon. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ezekiel in the bible new international version.
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. The second book of ezekiel the prophet rejected scriptures. According to dates given in the text, ezekiel received his prophetic call in the fifth year of the first deportation to babylonia 592 bc and was active until about 570 bc. Intro to ezekiel biblica the international bible society. When jehoiakims successor, jehoiachin, surrendered in 597, nebuchadnezzar appointed zedekiah king and deported to babylon jehoiachin and the royal family, along with members of the upper class, including ezekiel the priest. The nwt study bible is complete with cross references, maps, and an accurate bible dictionary. In response to the rebellion of jehoiakim of judah in 601 b. Jan 3, 2017 bible journaling examples from the book of ezekiel. Ezekiel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Bible gateway this site is a great resourcecontaining pretty much every translation of the bible you might desire and in numerous languages, in case you want to read ezekiel in tagalog. From the first chapter, which graphically describes the overwhelming invasion of the divine presence into ezekiel s world, to the last phrase of ezekiel s vision the lord is there the book sounds and echoes gods. Ezekiel 1 niv bible in my thirtieth year, in the fourth. Idols are mentioned more often in the book of ezekiel than any other book of the bible 52 times.
The book of ezekiel introduction to the book of ezekiel in the bible. Book of ezekiel overview insight for living ministries. Ezekiel 1 new international version niv ezekiel s inaugural vision. Daniel his life and visions point to gods plans of redemption and sovereign control of history.
Ezekiels inaugural vision in my thirtieth year, in the fourth month on the fifth day, while i was among the exiles by the kebar river, the heavens. 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. The book of ezekiel, also called the prophecy of ezechiel, one of the major prophetical books of the old testament. Ezekiel part of a series on the old testament prophets.
Ezekiel was given prophethood at an age thirty after he saw a majestic vision of gods glory during his captivation in babylon. The prophets wrote over a period of 250300 years, spanning the decline, the exile, and the return of the children of israel. Yechezkel ezekiel chapter 1 tanakh online torah bible. The only book that remains in its entirety is found in the bible. Among the exiles in babylon, ezekiel shows that israel. The glory of god may well be viewed as the theme of the book, because ezekiels ministry begins with a vision of gods glory and emphasizes it throughout the book 1. Ezekiels inaugural vision in my thirtieth year, in the fourth month on the fifth day, while i was among the exiles by the kebar river, the heavens were opened and i saw visions of god. The second book, of which only a few fragments remain, has also been preserved in the christian tradition. The autobiographical style of the book supports ezekiel as the author of the book i, me, my are in almost every chapter of the book. The book of ezekiel, one of the major prophetical books of the old testament. Ezekiel was given prophethood at an age thirty after he saw a majestic vision.
Ezekiel ministered to his generation who were both exceedingly sinful and thoroughly hopeless. Encounter divine dreams and visions in the book of ezekiel. The first reason to study ezekiel is that it will help you see yourself, and especially your sin, more clearly. There was fire inside the cloud, and in the middle of the fire glowed something like gleaming amber. Hill and walton write, the lack of strict chronological ordering of the. The prophet is so overcome by the vision that he falls on his face. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ezekiel in the bible king james version. It records seven visions of the prophet ezekiel, exiled in babylon, during the 22 years from 593 to 571 bc. What remains of the apocryphon of ezekiel is rather scarce. Summary of the book of ezekiel the story of the bible. The problem was the people didnt want to hear his warning 2. Books of the bible list order complete new and old testament.
God himself would return to this temple ezekiel 43. The book of ezekiel is one of the major prophetic books in the old testament and had more influence on revelation than any other book. Key personalities include ezekiel, israels leaders, ezekiels wife. Ezekiel bible book with full chapters king james version. The holy bible book 26 ezekiel kjv dramatized audio. According to dates given in the text, ezekiel received his prophetic call in the fifth year of the first deportation to babylonia 592 bc and was active until about 570. God also showed ezekiel a picture of a new temple in the future ezekiel chapters 4048. The prophet ezekiel, it would appear wrote more than one book.
And nowhere in the bible are gods initiative and control expressed more clearly and pervasively than in the book of the prophet ezekiel. The book of ezekiel is narrative history, prophetic and apocalyptic in genre and even contains parables. He was among the jews exiled to babylon by nebuchadnezzar in 597 b. Book of ezekiel known to be written by prophet ezekiel and is placed immediately after lamentation in ot. The priest ezekiel was the first prophet to be called by the lord outside of israel during the babylonian captivity. Ezekiel bible book with full chapters new international. These doubts were strong enough, in those early days, to raise the question of whether ezekiel should be one of the biblical books. In contrast to various other prophets ezekiel has not been criticised as much. The book of ezekiel is generally divided into five parts. Upwards of 75 times god expresses his own concerns in the book as for my names sake or that ye shall know that i.
The glory of god may well be viewed as the theme of the book, because ezekiel s ministry begins with a vision of gods glory and emphasizes it throughout the book 1. Ezekiel 1, new living translation nlt the bible app. See more ideas about ezekiel bible, bible and bible art. And nowhere in the bible are gods initiative and control expressed more clearly and pervasively than in the book of ezekiel. What is known of ezekiel is derived solely from the book that bears his name. The book of ezekiel can seem vague and confusing for some readers, but with careful observation it contains key details god wants us to know about. God would send someone from davids family to be their leader ezekiel 37. The book of ezekiel is in the old testament section of the bible. Study scripture verses and use highlighting, underlining, and take notes in the bible. In judaism and christianity, he is also viewed as the 6thcentury bce author. The book of ezekiel is the third of the latter prophets in the tanakh and one of the major prophetic books in the old testament, following isaiah and jeremiah. The book of ezekiel takes its title from the priest of the same name, son to a man. The book of ezekiel can seem vague and confusing for some readers, but with careful observation it contains key details god wants us to. 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.
The book of ezekiel he will be strengthened of god. The prophet ezekiel is the author of the book ezekiel 1. The book has always been named for its author, ezekiel 1. The book of ezekiel has always been a problem book. Ezekiel s in babylon, having been exiled there after the first siege of judah by the babylonians.
The prophet ezekiel was commissioned to be a watchman sounding the warning for the early waves of exiles in babylon 3. Many of the divine visions that ezekiel shares are relevant to gods plans for reconstructing the present world and restoring his people to our former days in the garden of eden. God asks the prophet, is it is trivial matter for the house of judah to do detestable things they are doing here. Ezekiel, whose name means strengthened by god, grew up in jerusalem, served as a priest in the temple and was among the second group of captives taken to babylon along with king jehoiachin. Ezekiel 1 ezekiels inaugural vision in my bible gateway. Key personalities include ezekiel, israels leaders, ezekiel s wife.
Of the fragments that remain, only one tells a story. Remember, the designation major or minor simply refers to the length of the book, not its importance. Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of ezekiel in the bible. By way of his prophesy and ministry ezekiel seeks to bring the people. The book has a uniformity of language, style, theme, and message which support the theory of a single author. Watch our overview video on the first part of the book of ezekiel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Apr 22, 2018 the first reason to study ezekiel is that it will help you see yourself, and especially your sin, more clearly. Chapter 8 describes the idol worship by the leaders of israel right in the temple. Book of ezekiel read, study bible verses online bible study tools. The book of ezekiel was likely written between 593 and 565 b. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. On the fifth of the monthit was the fifth year of the exile of king jehoiachin the word of the lord came to ezekiel the priest, the son of buzi, by the kebar river in the lan.
Jul 03, 2016 watch our overview video on the first part of the book of ezekiel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Ezekiels inaugural vision 1 in my thirtieth year, in the fourth month on the fifth day, while i was among the exiles by the kebar river, the heavens were opened and i saw visions of god. The prophet ezekiel gives us a glimpse into gods aweinspiring qualities and his promise to unite all mankind in pure worship by means of the kingdom. 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.
Book of ezekiel i think he is being honest about this book of the bible, it may never come to pass. These are all of the chapters of the book of ezekiel. Satan is somebody or something in the spirit world we can not. Ezekiel cliffsnotes study guides book summaries, test. Much of christ will be found in this book, especially in the conclusion. Ezekiel 1, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app. Book of ezekiel ezekiel chapter 1 ezekiel chapter 2 ezekiel chapter 3 ezekiel chapter 4 ezekiel chapter 5 ezekiel chapter 6 ezekiel chapter 7. A literary masterpiece of the english language, the original king james bible is. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. Ezekiel 1 niv ezekiels inaugural vision in my bible gateway.
It is composed of 48 chapters divided almost half before and after the fall of jerusalem. According to dates given in the text, ezekiel received his prophetic call in the fifth. In his book ezekiel is called upon by god to send his message to the people of israel who have gone astray. The book of ezekiel takes its title from the priest of the same name, son to a man named buzi. But when his wife died during his prophetic ministry, god prevented ezekiel from. Book of ezekiel ezekiel chapter 1 ezekiel chapter 2 ezekiel chapter 3 ezekiel chapter 4 ezekiel chapter 5 ezekiel chapter 6 ezekiel chapter 7 ezekiel chapter 8 ezekiel chapter 9 ezekiel chapter 10 ezekiel chapter 11. The book opens with an account of the vision that summoned ezekiel to his prophetic calling. 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. Ezekiels priestly lineage shines through in his prophetic ministry.
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