Advertisement
Ezekiel Commentary: Unlocking the Mysteries of the Prophetic Book
Delving into the Book of Ezekiel can feel like navigating a labyrinth of visions, allegories, and cryptic pronouncements. This isn't a casual read; it demands attention, interpretation, and a willingness to grapple with complex theological themes. This comprehensive Ezekiel commentary aims to illuminate the key passages, themes, and historical context, providing you with a deeper understanding of this often-overlooked yet profoundly important prophetic book. We'll explore the historical backdrop, examine key symbols and imagery, and unpack the enduring relevance of Ezekiel's message for today's world.
Understanding the Historical Context of Ezekiel (597-571 BC)
Before diving into the specifics of Ezekiel's prophecies, it's crucial to understand the historical setting. Ezekiel prophesied during a period of profound upheaval in Judah. The year 597 BC marked the first major Babylonian invasion, leading to the destruction of Jerusalem and the exile of a significant portion of the Jewish population, including Ezekiel himself. This exile formed the backdrop against which Ezekiel's prophecies unfolded. He ministered to a community grappling with loss, despair, and uncertainty about their future relationship with God. Understanding this historical context is key to interpreting Ezekiel's often-intense and symbolic messages.
Key Themes in Ezekiel: Judgment, Restoration, and Hope
Several overarching themes consistently appear throughout the Book of Ezekiel. These themes are interconnected and interwoven, shaping the overall message of the book.
#### 1. Divine Judgment:
Ezekiel's prophecies frequently depict God's judgment on Israel for their idolatry, social injustice, and spiritual unfaithfulness. These judgments aren't presented as arbitrary acts of divine wrath but as consequences of their actions, highlighting the importance of obedience and righteousness. The vivid imagery of destruction and punishment serves as a powerful warning against turning away from God.
#### 2. The Hope of Restoration:
While Ezekiel emphasizes God's judgment, the book doesn't end in despair. A significant portion is dedicated to the promise of restoration and renewal. The vision of the new temple, the revitalization of the land, and the gathering of the exiles all speak to God's unwavering commitment to his people and his plan for their future.
#### 3. The Covenant Relationship:
Underlying Ezekiel's prophecies is the ongoing theme of the covenant relationship between God and Israel. The broken covenant due to Israel's unfaithfulness is a recurring motif. Yet, Ezekiel’s message underscores God's faithfulness to his covenant promises, even amidst the people’s disobedience. God’s commitment to restore and renew his covenant relationship with his people is the ultimate message of hope.
Analyzing Ezekiel's Symbolic Language and Imagery
Ezekiel’s prophecies are rich in symbolic language and imagery. Understanding these symbols is critical for interpreting his message accurately.
#### 1. The Valley of Dry Bones (Ezekiel 37):
This iconic vision symbolizes the seemingly hopeless state of Israel in exile. The resurrection of the bones represents God's power to restore his people and breathe new life into a seemingly lifeless situation.
#### 2. The Eagle and the Cedar (Ezekiel 17):
This allegory depicts the consequences of political alliances and the dangers of trusting in worldly powers rather than God. The cedar represents the kingdom of Judah, and the eagle represents foreign powers.
#### 3. The New Temple (Ezekiel 40-48):
This detailed vision of a rebuilt temple doesn't just describe a physical structure; it represents the restoration of God's presence among his people and the reestablishment of a righteous community.
The Enduring Relevance of Ezekiel's Message
Ezekiel's prophecies aren't confined to the ancient past. His messages of judgment, restoration, and hope resonate with contemporary readers. The warnings against idolatry and social injustice remain relevant, as do the promises of God's faithfulness and restorative power. Ezekiel’s unwavering focus on God’s sovereignty and plan of redemption continue to inspire hope and faith in believers.
Conclusion
The Book of Ezekiel, though challenging, offers profound insights into God's character, his relationship with his people, and the enduring power of his promises. By understanding its historical context, key themes, and symbolic language, we can unlock the mysteries of this prophetic book and gain a deeper appreciation for its enduring relevance. This commentary provides a foundation for further study and reflection on this significant work in the Hebrew Bible.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the best resource for studying Ezekiel? A good study Bible with commentary notes, along with reputable theological commentaries, will provide helpful insights. Consider commentaries by renowned scholars like John Walton or Douglas Stuart.
2. How does Ezekiel relate to other prophetic books? Ezekiel shares common themes with other prophets like Isaiah and Jeremiah, particularly concerning judgment and restoration. However, Ezekiel's unique style and focus on the exile set him apart.
3. Is Ezekiel relevant to Christians? Absolutely! Christians see Ezekiel's prophecies as foreshadowing the coming of Christ and the ultimate restoration of all things.
4. What is the significance of the "wheel" vision in Ezekiel 1? This vision depicts God's omnipresence, sovereignty, and the mysterious ways in which He works in the world.
5. How can I apply Ezekiel's message to my life today? Reflect on the warnings against idolatry (anything that takes God's place in your life) and strive for social justice and righteousness. Embrace the hope of God's restorative power in your own life and circumstances.
| ezekiel commentary: The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 25–48 Daniel I. Block, 1998-06-19 This work completes Daniel Block's two-volume commentary on the book of Ezekiel. The result of twelve years of studying this difficult section of Scripture, this volume, like the one on chapters 1-24, provides an excellent discussion of the background of Ezekiel and offers a verse-by-verse exposition that makes clear the message of this obscure and often misunderstood prophet. Block also shows that Ezekiel's ancient wisdom and vision are still very much needed as we enter the twenty-first century. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel- Everyman's Bible Commentary Ralph Alexander, 1976-06-01 The Old Testament book of Ezekiel is filled with visions and prophecies the Lord revealed to His prophet. Although these revelations were given to the people of Israel during their Babylonian captivity, many of them are yet to be fulfilled. Ezekiel gives warnings of punishment for evil practices and waywardness but also glorious promises to encourage those who seek to honor the Lord even in the midst of trials. Bible students are often puzzled by these difficult visions and fail to perceive God's central message--that He alone is Lord. Dr. Ralph Alexander discusses each section of the prophecy in summary and then treats the major themes, dealing with various questions and problems that arise. |
| ezekiel commentary: The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 1 24 Daniel I. Block, 1997-08-26 A study of the first half of the biblical book of Ezekiel with commentary on what his message could mean for the church in the twentieth century. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel (Understanding the Bible Commentary Series) Steven Tuell, 2012-07-01 Ezekiel is a transitional character writing in times of dramatic change. A priest without a temple, called to the prophetic office; an exile without a country, writing to his fellow exiles; a public figure for a while without a voice, Ezekiel composes a magnum opus that touched the hearts and minds of his generation and a work that continues to speak of the power and love of God more than two thousand years later. Steven Tuell has captured the breadth and depth of the man and his profound recognition of the power and grace of God for a disenfranchised community. He has provided clear understanding of a complex book of the Bible that many in the past have found confusing and murky. He clarifies the theological underpinnings of the text and brings the brilliance of this book into the light. His explanation of the visionary closing chapters of the book that center on a new nation and a new center of worship is cogent and clear. The New International Biblical Commentary offers the best of contemporary scholarship in a format that both general readers and serious students can use with profit. Based on the widely used New International Version translation, the NIBC presents careful section-by-section exposition with key terms and phrases highlighted and all Hebrew transliterated. A separate section of notes at the close of each chapter provides additional textual and technical comments. Each commentary also includes a selected bibliography as well as Scripture and subject indexes. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel Joseph Blenkinsopp, 2012-09-03 This major work explores the message and meaning of Ezekiel, one of the longest and most difficult of the prophetic books. An introduction explains what is involved in reading a prophetic book, and how the book of Ezekiel was put together and structured. It looks at the form of speech used and discusses Ezekiel's author and those who transmitted, edited, and enlarged upon what he had to say. The destruction of Jerusalem is a primary concern, and attention is focused on the political and social situation of the time in order to provide a clear understanding of the political and religious crisis facing the prophet's contemporaries. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel: A Commentary Paul M. Joyce, 2009-09-18 This book addresses the historical-critical agenda of Ezekiel and includes newer approaches and questions, such as psychological issues and the notion that Ezekiel should be regarded as a character within the book. |
| ezekiel commentary: The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 1–24 Daniel I. Block, 1997-08-26 To most modern readers the book of Ezekiel is a mystery. Few can handle Ezekiel's relentless denunciations, his unconventional antics, his repetitive style, and his bewildering array of topics. This excellent commentary by Daniel I. Block makes sense of this obscure and often misunderstood prophet and demonstrates the relevance of Ezekiel's message for the church today. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel Vol 1 John L. Mackay, 2018 Part of a two-volume series Each chapter offers specific guidance for preaching Part of the respected Mentor Commentary series |
| ezekiel commentary: Commentary on Ezekiel Patrick Fairbairn, 1989-01-01 |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel (Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible) Robert W. Jenson, 2009-05-01 Pastors and leaders of the classical church--such as Augustine, Calvin, Luther, and Wesley--interpreted the Bible theologically, believing Scripture as a whole witnessed to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Modern interpreters of the Bible questioned this premise. But in recent decades, a critical mass of theologians and biblical scholars has begun to reassert the priority of a theological reading of Scripture. The Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible enlists leading theologians to read and interpret Scripture for the twenty-first century, just as the church fathers, the Reformers, and other orthodox Christians did for their times and places. In this addition to the series, esteemed theologian Robert W. Jenson presents a theological exegesis of Ezekiel. |
| ezekiel commentary: Commentary on the Prophet Ezekiel Theodoret (Bishop of Cyrrhus.), Robert Charles Hill, 2006-06 |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel John B. Taylor, 2016-03-02 John Taylor writes, For most Bible readers Ezekiel is almost a closed book...Their knowledge of him extends little further than his mysterious vision of God's chariot-throne, with its wheels within wheels, and the vision of the valley of dry bones. However, the structure of Ezekiel is simple and orderly, and that makes it easy to analyze for modern readers. |
| ezekiel commentary: A New Heart Bruce Vawter, Leslie J. Hoppe, 1991 Vawter's study on the Book of Ezekiel is a contribution to the International Theological Commentary, whose goal is to bring the Old Testament alive in the worldwide church. In moving beyond the usual critical-historical approach to the Bible, the series offers a distinctive theological interpretation of the Hebrew text. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel Iain M. Duguid, 2011-01-04 The NIV Application Commentary helps you communicate and apply biblical text effectively in today's context. To bring the ancient messages of the Bible into today's world, each passage is treated in three sections: Original Meaning. Concise exegesis to help readers understand the original meaning of the biblical text in its historical, literary, and cultural context. Bridging Contexts. A bridge between the world of the Bible and the world of today, built by discerning what is timeless in the timely pages of the Bible. Contemporary Significance. This section identifies comparable situations to those faced in the Bible and explores relevant application of the biblical messages. The author alerts the readers of problems they may encounter when seeking to apply the passage and helps them think through the issues involved. This unique, award-winning commentary is the ideal resource for today's preachers, teachers, and serious students of the Bible, giving them the tools, ideas, and insights they need to communicate God's Word with the same powerful impact it had when it was first written. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel John Bernard Taylor, 1969 For most Bible readers Ezekiel is almost a closed book, writes the author. Their knowledge of him extends little further than his mysterious vision of God's chariot-throne, with its wheels within wheels, and the vision of the valley of dry bones. Otherwise his book is as forbidding in its size as the prophet himself is in the complexity of his make-up. In its structure, however, if not in its thought and language, the Book of Ezekiel has a basic simplicity, and its orderly framework makes it easy to analyze. [Back cover]. |
| ezekiel commentary: God's Masterwork Study Series Charles R. Swindoll, 1997-02-18 A life-changing journey through all sixty-six books in the Bible. Each volume in these study guides combine the classic insights from Swindoll with the timeless truths from the Bible. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel John W. Hilber, 2019-08-13 The primary goal of this commentary is to focus attention on what mattered most to Ezekiel and to craft a direction and scope of application that the prophet himself would recognize were he to preach to God's people today. In addition to focusing on the most urgent interpretive issues of the text, another goal of this commentary is to explain in simple terms the reasons behind significant translation differences. Embedded in some verses in Ezekiel are particularly complicated or troubling biblical-theological issues. Special topical discussions address these at appropriate locations throughout the commentary. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel Robert W. Jenson, 2009-05 This new addition to a series that enlists leading theologians to interpret scripture for the twenty-first century presents a theological exegesis of Jonah by esteemed theologian Robert Jenson. |
| ezekiel commentary: Reading Ezekiel Marvin Alan Sweeney, 2013 In this new volume in the Reading the Old Testament commentary series, biblical scholar Marvin A. Sweeney considers one of the most interesting and compelling books of the Hebrew Bible. Ezekiel is simultaneously one of the Bible's most difficult and perplexing books as it presents the visions and oracles of Ezekiel, a Judean priest and prophet exiled to Babylonia in the sixth century BCE. The book of Ezekiel points to the return of YHWH to the holy temple at the center of a reconstituted Israel and creation at large. As such, the book of Ezekiel portrays the purging of Jerusalem, the Temple, and the people, to reconstitute them as part of a new creation at the conclusion of the book. With Jerusalem, the Temple, and the people so purged, YHWH stands once again in the holy center of the created world. As Sweeney writes in his introduction, the book of Ezekiel ultimately represents a profound attempt to encounter the holy in the profane world, and based on that encounter, to sanctify the world in which we live. Edited by Mark E. Biddle, Russell T. Cherry Professor of Hebrew Bible/Old Testament at Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond, the Reading the Old Testament commentary series presents cutting-edge biblical research in accessible language. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel Walther Eichrodt, 1970 |
| ezekiel commentary: A Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Ezekiel Johann Peter Lange, 1876 |
| ezekiel commentary: Abingdon Old Testament Commentaries | Ezekiel Nancy R. Bowen, 2010 Explores Ezekiel--a story of trauma, holiness, and survival |
| ezekiel commentary: A Commentary upon the Prophet Ezekiel William LOWTH (Prebendary of Winchester.), 1723 |
| ezekiel commentary: Commentary on Ezekiel Victor P. Hamilton, 2019-10-01 Comprehensive, accessible, and fully illustrated--this commentary on Ezekiel is a must-have resource. You want a deeper understanding of the Scriptures, but the notes in your study Bible don't give you enough depth or insight. This commentary was created with you in mind. Each volume of The Baker Illustrated Bible Commentary is a nontechnical, section-by-section commentary on one book or section of the Bible that provides reliable and readable interpretations of the Scriptures from leading evangelical scholars. This information-packed commentary will help you gain a deeper understanding of the Bible in your own personal study or in preparation for teaching. It tackles problematic questions, calls attention to the spiritual and personal aspects of the biblical message, and brings out important points of biblical theology, making it invaluable to anyone seeking to get the most out of their Bible study. |
| ezekiel commentary: The Wiersbe Bible Commentary: Old Testament Warren W. Wiersbe, Whether you are a pastor, teacher, or layperson, now you can study the Bible in easy-to-read sections that emphasize personal application as well as biblical meaning. Developed from Dr. Wiersbe's popular Be series of Bible study books, this commentary carefully unpacks all of God's Word. The Wiersbe Bible Commentary Old Testament offers you: Dr. Wiersbe's trustworthy insights on the entire Old Testaments New Biblical images, maps, and charts Introductions and outlines for each book of the Bible Clear, readable text that's free of academic jargon Let one of the most beloved and respected Bible teachers of our time guide you verse-by-verse through the Scriptures. It's the trusted reference you'll love to read. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel Walther Eichrodt, 2016-05-01 This volume brings to life the ministry and message of one of the most neglected of the major Old Testament prophets, and illuminates one of the most fascinating chapters on the history of Israel. Besides giving a verse-by-verse commentary of the Book of Ezekiel, Walher Eichrodt fully discusses its origin and composition and all the knotty problems of the prophet's own activity. The Old Testament Library provides fresh and authoritative treatments of important aspects of Old Testament study through commentaries and general surveys. The contributors are scholars of international standing. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel David Guzik, 2021-04-23 Verse-by-Verse Commentary on Ezekiel The Prophet in Exile Ezekiel's ministry as a prophet began when the Kingdom of Judah was ready to be conquered by a mighty empire. Eventually he was among the Jewish exiles carried away to Babylon, living far from the Promised Land. God spoke powerfully through Ezekiel, words of truth, challenge, and encouragement - and those words of God speak today, to all who will listen. David Guzik is widely known for his popular online, verse by verse commentary on the entire Bible, used by many thousands of pastors, teachers, and everyday Christians worldwide. More information at enduringword.com |
| ezekiel commentary: Commentary on the Whole Bible Matthew Henry, 1961 Each chapter is summed up in its contents, each paragraph reduced to its proper heads, the sense given, and largely illustrated with practical remarks and observations. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel Brad E. Kelle, 2013 The New Beacon Bible Commentary is an engaging, indispensable reference tool to aid individuals in every walk of life in the study and meditation of God's Word. Written from the Wesleyan theological perspective, it offers insight and perceptive scholarship to help you unlock the deeper truths of Scripture and garner an awareness of the history, culture, and context attributed to each book of study. Readable, relevant, and academically thorough, it offers scholars, pastors, and laity a new standard for understanding and interpreting the Bible in the 21st century.EACH VOLUME FEATURES: Completely New Scholarship from notable experts in the Wesleyan tradition Convenient Introductory Material for each book of the Bible including information on authorship, date, history, audience, sociological/cultural issues, purpose, literary features, theological themes, hermeneutical issues, and more Clear Verse-by-Verse Explanations, which offer a contemporary, Wesleyan-based understanding derived from the passage's original language Comprehensive Annotation divided into three sections, which cover background elements behind the text; verse-by-verse details and meanings found in the text; and significance, relevance, intertextuality, and application from the text Helpful Sidebars which provide deeper insight into theological issues, word meanings, archeological connections, historical relevance, cultural customs, and more Expanded Bibliography for further study of historical elements, additional interpretations, and theological themes The aim of this volume is to offer a distinctive engagement with the theological dynamics of the book for readers from the Wesleyan theological tradition, with a special eye to Ezekiel's use of Old Testament priestly theology to respond to the trauma associated with the Babylonian Exile. |
| ezekiel commentary: Abingdon Old Testament Commentaries: Ezekiel Dr. Nancy R. Bowen, 2010-01-01 The Abingdon Old Testament Commentaries provide compact, critical commentaries on the books of the Old Testament for the use of theological students and pastors. The commentaries are also useful for upper-level college or university students and for those responsible for teaching in congregational settings. In addition to providing basic information and insights into the Old Testament writings, these commentaries exemplify the tasks and procedures of careful interpretation, to assist students of the Old Testament in coming to an informed and critical engagement with the biblical texts themselves. From the book, The effects of the Judean refugees' trauma would be far reaching. Certainly an individual named Ezekiel might have experienced persistent reactions to trauma for the length of time covered by the book. Moreover, the experience and effects of exile were not limited to Ezekiel, nor even to his generation. The book's existence attests that others in the exilic community, and beyond, found their experiences reflected in its words. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel’s Hope Jacob Milgrom, Daniel I. Block, 2012-09-14 Jacob Milgrom was a man of deep faith and deep learning. As teacher and scholar he is best known for his work on ancient Israel's religion, especially its cultic expression in tabernacle and temple. His command of this subject is evident in his massive, three-volume commentary on Leviticus (Anchor Bible Commentary) and his commentary on Numbers (JPS Torah Commentary). This provides perfect background for one who seeks to instruct us on the final chapters of Ezekiel. In this volume Milgrom guides us engagingly through Ezekiel's oracle against Gog (chs. 38-39) and his final vision of Israel's physical and spiritual restoration (chs. 40-48). Regrettably Professor Milgrom did not live to see his work on Ezekiel appear in print. Given his influence on biblical scholarship far beyond his native Jewish world, it is fitting that this final form of this project be cast as an interfaith dialogue with Daniel Block, who has himself written a major two-volume commentary on Ezekiel (NICOT). This volume offers a window into how one Jewish scholar engaged with the work of a Christian scholar. It invites readers to listen in on their conversation, in the course of which they will also hear the voices of medieval Jewish rabbis, particularly R. Eliezer of Beaugency and R. Joseph Kara. While Block and Milgrom are free to disagree in their reading of particular texts, readers will find this dialogue illuminating for their own understanding of the last chapters of Ezekiel. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel Walther Zimmerli, 1979 |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel John William Wevers, 1969 |
| ezekiel commentary: An Old Testament Commentary for English Readers: Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, Daniel, Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi Charles John Ellicott, 1897 |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel Millard Lind, 1996-04-05 Millard C. Lind has taught the book of Ezekiel for thirty years in seminary and in the church. He skillfully opens the prophet's message about God’s presence, covenant, victorious rule, concern for the nations, and cleansing for worship and obedience. The “wheel” and “dry bones” are not just for entertainment. This actor, singer, and instrumentalist is prophesying to a battered people who need the word of the Lord for survival and mission. God has called Ezekiel to be a sentinel for his people, to warn them of pending danger. They must not look back to unjust Jerusalem nor join a revolt against Babylon. Instead, they are to turn and live by God’s law, even in a foreign land. After judging the nations and Jerusalem, God will restore Israel to a renewed land. The people will be given a new heart and spirit—a resurrection. God will defeat international terror and organize Israel as a new temple community, with the Lord in their midst. Then all will now that God leads world history, not by militarists, but through a people serving as a moral exemplar for the nations. Free downloadable study guide available here. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel John W. Olley, 2009 This work is the first major commentary to focus on the text of LXX Ezekiel in any modern language. Rather than seeing LXX mainly as a text-critical resource with variants to be explained, this commentary, as part of the Septuagint Commentary Series, examines a specific manuscript in its own right as a document used by Greek readers unfamiliar with Hebrew. Included are transcription and English translation of Codex Vaticanus, the oldest extant manuscript of the whole book, and a detailed commentary that also compares the earlier P967 and the Masoretic Text where they differ. Another major new contribution is the utilisation of the sense-delimitation (paragraphs) of Codex Vaticanus itself, exploring how this influences reading of the text. |
| ezekiel commentary: ESV Expository Commentary (Volume 6) Crossway, 2022-08-22 A Passage-by-Passage Commentary of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, and Ezekiel Designed to strengthen the global church with a widely accessible, theologically sound, and pastorally wise resource for understanding and applying the overarching storyline of the Bible, the ESV Expository Commentary features the full text of the ESV Bible passage by passage, with crisp and theologically rich exposition and application. Editors Iain M. Duguid, James M. Hamilton, and Jay Sklar have gathered a team of experienced pastor-theologians to provide a new generation of pastors and other teachers of the Bible around the world with a globally-minded commentary rich in biblical theology and broadly Reformed doctrine, making the message of redemption found in all of Scripture clear and available to all. With contributions from a team of pastors and scholars, this commentary's contributors include: Bob Fyall (Isaiah) Jerry Hwang (Jeremiah) Jonathan Gibson (Lamentations) Iain M. Duguid (Ezekiel) In-Depth: Features passage-by-passage commentary on the books of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, and Ezekiel, taking a biblical-theological and broadly Reformed approach to interpreting and applying the text Experienced Old Testament Scholars: Contributions by Bob Fyall, Jerry Hwang, Jonathan Gibson, and Iain Duguid Perfect for Bible Study: Includes introductions to each book featuring an outline, key themes, author and date information, literary features, relationship to the rest of the Bible, and interpretive challenges Practical: Characterized by sound exegesis, biblical theology, global awareness, accessible application, and pastoral usefulness |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel Lamar Eugene Cooper, 1994 One in an ongoing series of esteemed and popular Bible commentary volumes based on the New International Version text. |
| ezekiel commentary: Ezekiel (Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture) Daniel A. Keating, 2024-08-20 The 17 New Testament volumes in the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture series have been widely acclaimed. The series now expands to include readable Old Testament commentaries that integrate the best of contemporary biblical scholarship with the traditional understanding of the Old Testament books as prophesying and prefiguring Christ. Written from a standpoint of faith in the Holy Spirit's inspiration of Scripture, CCSS Old Testament commentaries are designed for preaching, teaching, and applying Scripture to Christian life today. Accessibly written yet substantive, they include quotes from Church documents, Church Fathers, and saints and are packed with features that make them particularly useful to those doing ministry in Catholic parishes. General editors for the series are Mary Healy (Sacred Heart Major Seminary), Mark Giszczak (Augustine Institute), and Peter S. Williamson (Sacred Heart Major Seminary). |
| ezekiel commentary: Expository Notes on Ezekiel H.A. Ironside, 2014-12-10 For many years it has been on my heart to try to produce a running commentary on the book of Ezekiel, but until the present, circumstances have not permitted this. During the last few months it has brought great blessing to my own soul as I have given many hours daily to meditation upon and study of this remarkable book, of which the present work is the result. No one can be more conscious than I of its many imperfections, and yet it is my hope that there may be enough in it of a truly spiritual character that it will prove a means of blessing and edification to those who take the time to read it thoughtfully and prayerfully. H. A. Ironside |
Enduring Word Bible Commentary Ezekiel Chapter 1
David Guzik commentary on Ezekiel 1 describes the vision Ezekiel had of God and His throne while being one of the captives.
Ezekiel - Verse-by-Verse Bible Commentary - StudyLight.org
Choose a chapter and verse from 'Ezekiel' to begin your 'Verse-by-Verse' study of God's Word using the more than 100 commentaries available on StudyLight.org
Ezekiel Commentary - Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible …
Read Ezekiel commentary using Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete). Study the bible online using commentary on Ezekiel and more!...
Book of Ezekiel Overview - Insight for Living Ministries
The book of Ezekiel pronounces judgment on both Israel and surrounding nations, but it also provides a vision of the future millennial kingdom that complements and adds to the vision of other Old and New Testament texts.
Top 5 Commentaries on the Book of Ezekiel - Ligonier Ministries
Aug 31, 2021 · For those seeking an introductory-level commentary on the book of Ezekiel, the best place to turn is this commentary by Derek Thomas. Thomas is a Reformed scholar with a heart for God, for His Word, and for His people that comes through on every page.
Guide to the Book of Ezekiel - BibleProject
Gain a better understanding of the context and message of the book of Ezekiel in the Bible. Discover the meaning of the prophet’s visions and explore related videos, podcasts, and more from BibleProject™.
Ezekiel - Matthew Henry's Commentary - Bible Gateway
Ezekiel and Daniel are the only writing prophets of the Old Testament who lived and prophesied any where but in the land of Israel, except we add Jonah, who was sent to Nineveh to prophesy. Ezekiel prophesied in the beginning of the captivity, Daniel in the latter end of it.
TGC Course | Knowing the Bible: Ezekiel | 12-week Bible Study
This 12-week practical study series from Crossway orients the student to the near and far context, key questions, gospel glimpses, whole-Bible connections, and theological and practical implications for every section of the book of Ezekiel.
Enduring Word Bible Commentary Ezekiel Chapter 22
David Guzik commentary on Ezekiel 22, describes the corruption of Jerusalem and her leaders, and the gathering into God’s furnace of judgment.
Best Commentaries on Ezekiel - The Gospel Coalition
Ezekiel highlights Israel’s unrelenting sins of rebellion and idolatry. This leads to Yahweh’s unrelenting anger and the fall of the city. In turn, the book explores God’s unrelenting loyalty, which culminates in the restoration of a city-like structure. Here are our top picks for commentaries on Ezekiel.
The Book Of Ezekiel Chapters 1 24 By Daniel I Block
SEO Keywords: Ezekiel 1-24, Daniel I. Block, Ezekiel commentary, Old Testament commentary, biblical studies, prophecy, Ezekiel's vision, Babylonian exile, ancient Israel, divine judgment, …
INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDY OUTLINE
Page 1 of 2 ELT Bible Ministry Unit 3: Psalms of Thanksgiving and Praise (Lessons 10 – 13) Lesson 12 November 17, 2024 . Subject: A Song of Thanksgiving Devotional Reading: …
The Times of Ezekiel - askelm.com
The Times of Ezekiel Commentary for November 1, 2010 —A Confluence of Events and Personalities Ezekiel was a younger contemporary of the prophet Jeremiah, yet his prophetic …
Homilies on the Book of - ctosonline.org
10 Homilies on the Book of the Prophet Ezekiel Book Two 255 Preface 257 First Homily 259 In an explanation of the first three verses of chapter forty of Ezekiel and of the beginning of the …
Holman Illustrated Bible Commentary - Amazon Web Services
AB Anchor Bible AUSS Andrews University Seminary Studies BARev Biblical Archaeology Review BBR Bulletin for Biblical Research BECNT Baker Evangelical Commentary on the …
The Book of Ezekiel - wpo-gregor.org
Session 12: Ezekiel Chapter 25 God’s Judgment on the Muslim Nations: Ammon, Moab, Edom. Session 13: Ezekiel Chapters 26 - 27 God’s Judgment on the Muslim Nations: Tyre, Persia, …
International Sunday School Lesson Study Notes November 2, …
Nov 2, 2014 · Lesson Text: Ezekiel 43:1-12 Lesson Title: God’s Glory Returns Introduction The Book of Ezekiel is named for its author, “Ezekiel the priest, the son of Buzi” (Ezekiel 1:3). …
Ezekiel 2:1-10 Commentary - Precept Austin
Ezekiel 2:1-10 Commentary Michelangelo's Ezekiel on the Sistine Chapel Click chart to enlarge Click chart to enlarge ... Ezekiel had all the qualities that make for success in serving the Lord. …
A Commentary on Ezekiel - The University of Chicago Press: …
when the arduous task of a commentary on Ezekiel is taken up by this superior scholar. This prophetical book is full of difficulties, textual and exegetical. The text is in a bad state, and …
International Bible Lessons Commentary Ezekiel 34:23-31
International Bible Lesson Commentary Ezekiel 34:23-31 (Ezekiel 34:23) I will set up over them one shepherd, my servant David, and he shall feed them: he shall feed them and be their …
BREATHE EZEKIEL 37:1-4 A SERMON PREACHED IN DUKE …
EZEKIEL 37:1-4 A SERMON PREACHED IN DUKE UNIVERSITY CHAPEL ON EASTER SUNDAY, MAY 23, 2021, BY THE REV. DR. LUKE A. POWERY You never forget when …
Ezekiel 36:22-32 New Revised Standard Version September …
2017, is from Ezekiel 36:22-32. Questions for Discussion and Thinking Further follow the verse-by-verse International Bible Lesson Commentary. Study Hints for Discussion and Thinking …
International Bible Lessons Commentary Ezekiel 43:1-12
Nov 2, 2014 · International Bible Lesson Commentary . Ezekiel 43:1-12 (Ezekiel 43:1) Then he brought me to the gate, the gate facing east. Ezekiel was a priest or the son of a priest who …
“God’s Glory Enters In” - Word For Life Says
content/commentary written within is original to wordforlifesays.com unless properly quoted/cited) Introduction: ... Ezekiel 43:1-2 “Afterward he brought me to the gate, even the gate that …
From where you are… what do you see? Ezekiel 37:1-14 …
God was asking Ezekiel to take a leap into the unknown. God was asking the prophet to act in spite of what he saw. Brothers and Sisters, Ezekiel did as he was told and witnessed the …
Ezekiel - Grace Notes
Ezekiel From Commentary on the Old Testament C. F. Keil and F. Delitzsch adapted for Grace Notes training by Warren Doud . ... Ezekiel, like Daniel, is a prophet of the exile, but in a …
INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW OF EZEKIEL - Pleasant …
Ezekiel taught individual responsibility in passages such as Ezekiel 18:20 and 33:12. Many today would learn well from Ezekiel’s acceptance of responsibility. It is believed that Ezekiel …
Ezekiel 6 - Verse By Verse Ministry
Ezekiel 6 !2 of !13 • Ezekiel’s charades are done for now, so the Lord asks him to speak to the people plainly Nevertheless, Ezekiel is still delivering the message with "air • Ezekiel is told to …
Ezekiel: Street Preacher to the Exiles - GLZBC
May 23, 2021 · The Prophet Ezekiel lived during the Babylonian exile and was active as a prophet for approximately 20 years from 593 BC to at least 573 BC. Ezekiel lived as an exile according …
Ezekiel 1:15-28 Commentary - Precept Austin
III. Provision for Israel’s Repentance (Ezekiel 33:1–33) IV. Prophecies of Israel’s Restoration (Ezekiel 34:1–48:35) Ezekiel 1:15 The appearance of the wheels and their workmanship was …
Study Guide on Ezekiel 43:1-12 - ouosu.com
(Ezekiel 43:4) And the glory of the LORD came into the house by the way of the gate facing toward the east. (Ezekiel 43:5) And the Spirit lifted me up and brought me into the inner court; …
Old Testament Commentary Recommendations from Dr.
Ezekiel Fairbairn, Patrick. An Exposition of Ezekiel. Limited Classical Reprint Library. Minneapolis: Klock & Klock Christian Publishers, 1979. Greenhill, William and Banner of Truth Trust. An …
International Bible Lessons Commentary Ezekiel 47:13-23
Nov 23, 2014 · International Bible Lesson Commentary . Ezekiel 47:13-23 (Ezekiel 47:13) Thus says the Lord GOD: “This is the boundary by which you shall divide the land for inheritance …
International Bible Lessons Commentary Ezekiel 43:13-21
Commentary. website. The weekly . International Bible Lesson. is usually posted each Saturday before the lesson is scheduled to be taught. International Bible Lesson Commentary . Ezekiel …
EZEKIEL 38 AND 39 Part XXVII - Pre-Trib
the reference to Russia and so identify it with Ezekiel 38 and 39. However, context and consistency would demand that the reference apply to Syria. The invasion of Daniel 11:40 is …
Pastor Gary Hamrick the 20 - Cornerstone Chapel
Aug 4, 2019 · has played in history and will play in prophesy. Helpful to us is the fact that… Ezekiel wrote in chronological order.” 3. Ezekiel’s End-Times Prophecies a. Ezekiel 36–37 – …
TEXTUAL PROBLEMS IN EZEKIEL - JSTOR
Ezekiel's idiosyncratic style and exaggerated imagery necessitated marginal explanations and modifications in the redacted form of the book.7 At the same time, recent criticism has …
Book of Ezekiel
Knowing God Ezekiel 1 Sept 19 Call on Your Life Ezekiel 2 -3 Sept 26 Knowing How God Speaks Ezekiel 4 -5 Oct 3 Knowing God’s Boundaries Ezekiel 6 -11 Oct 10 Knowing God’s Discipline …
A STUDY OF EZEKIEL
EZEKIEL Commentary by Dr. Mark G. Cambron Key Word: GLORY! Date: 592-572 B.C. Exilic. Babylonian Period. Ezekiel, which means, “God Strengthens,” was taken into Babylonian …
Ezekiel 40A - Verse By Verse Ministry
• This is Ezekiel’s !nal dated prophecy, which corresponds to April 19, 573 BC That’s 12 years since the last message Ezekiel gave the exiles • This is the !nal prophecy Ezekiel wrote in his …
The Of Ezekiel Chapters 1 24 By Daniel I Block - flexlm.seti.org
Reading Ezekiel with Block's commentary is like having a knowledgeable guide by your side, illuminating the path and unlocking the mysteries of this powerful prophetic book. So, open …
Ezekiel 13:1-16 Commentary - Precept Austin
Ezekiel 13:1-16 Commentary Michelangelo's Ezekiel on the Sistine Chapel Click chart to enlarge Click chart to enlarge Chart from recommended resource Jensen's Survey of the OT - used by …
SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSONS Commentary by Michael Sigler …
Commentary by Michael Sigler November 2, 2014 God’s Divine Glory Returns Read Ezekiel 43:1-12 Key verses: “Then the Lord’s glory came into the temple by way of the east gate. A wind …
Handout 1: Ezekiel Lesson 1 - Agape Bible Study
Ezekiel’s prophetic ministry covered a span of years from about 593-585/571 BC (see Ez 29:17 for the later date). In this study, the Book of Ezekiel has been divided into four major sections …
The vision of ‘Dry Bones’ in Ezekiel 37:1–28: Resonating …
The structure of Ezekiel 37 According to Boadt, ‘Ezekiel is one of the most highly ordered books in the Bible’ (1984:388) with chapter 37 situated in the last order. The weaving thread in Ezekiel …
Commentary on Ezekiel - Volume 2 - m.biblestudyguide.org
Commentary on Ezekiel - Volume 2 by John Calvin. This document has been generated from XSL (Extensible Stylesheet Language) source with RenderX XEP Formatter, version 3.7.3 Client …
GOD’S FINAL DEFEAT OF EVIL Lesson 6 Ezekiel 38–39 RECAP …
Day 2: Ezekiel 38:14–23 Day 3: Ezekiel 39:1–8 Day 4: Ezekiel 39:9–16 Day 5: Ezekiel 39:17–29 OVERVIEW The questions in this lesson will focus on Ezekiel 38–39. While all chapters are …
Ezekiel 23-24 - Verse By Verse Ministry
Ezekiel 23-24 • We now reach the !nal, climactic end to the !rst half of Ezekiel, the part of the book devoted to chastising Israel for their unfaithfulness Over the past 22 chapters, the Lord has …
The Byzantine Biblical Commentaries Genizah: Rabbanite Karaite
The Byzantine Biblical Commentaries from the Genizah: Rabbanite vs. Karaite* * The roots of this article are in a paper entitled “The Byzantine Commentary to Ezekiel and Minor Prophets and …
International Bible Lessons Commentary Ezekiel 18:1-13, 31-32
1 International Bible Lessons Commentary Ezekiel 18:1-13, 31-32 New Revised Standard Version Sunday, August 16, 2015 L.G. Parkhurst, Jr. The . International Bible Lesson (also known as …
EZEKIEL 38 AND 39 - Pre-Trib
—Ezekiel 39:7–10 Why is the Lord God of Israel going to bring Gog and his overwhelming army down ... The Popular Bible Prophecy Commentary (Eugene, OR: Harvest House Publishers, …
Commentary on Ezekiel - Volume 2 - biblestudyguide.org
Commentary on Ezekiel - Volume 2 by John Calvin. This document has been generated from XSL (Extensible Stylesheet Language) source with RenderX XEP Formatter, version 3.7.3 Client …
Sermon, August 14, 2011 The Army of God Ezekiel 37:1-10 …
Overview of Ezekiel1: Named for its author, Ezekiel (1:3; 24:24), who is nowhere else mentioned in Scripture. His name means “strengthened by God” Ezekiel uses visions, prophecies, …
International Bible Lessons Commentary Ezekiel 43:1-12
Nov 2, 2014 · International Bible Lesson Commentary . Ezekiel 43:1-12 (Ezekiel 43:1) Afterward he brought me to the gate, even. the gate that looketh toward the east: Ezekiel was a priest or …
The Of Ezekiel Chapters 1 24 By Daniel I Block [PDF]
The Book of Ezekiel, Chapters 1 24 Daniel I. Block,1997-08-26 A study of the first half of the biblical book of Ezekiel with commentary on what his message could mean for the church in …
International Sunday School Lesson Study Notes November 9, …
Nov 9, 2014 · 40:4). What Ezekiel saw and heard was needed by the Jews in Ezekiel‟s day and by believers today if we are to understand God‟s plan for the future. Hope still comes by …
to Ponder the Deeper Meaning of the Verse" - JSTOR
Henoch 18, 1996, 283-325), source from the Ezekiel commentary by R. Menahem bar Shimon of Posquières; beginning at fol. 172b (see in relation to this: U. Simon, "A Disappointing …
Ezekiel Bible Chart Final - insightforliving.swncdn.com
Ezekiel 1–3 God’s glory departs JUDGMENT ON ISRAEL Ezekiel 4–24 Ezekiel 25–32 RESTORATION OF GOD’S PEOPLE 33–48 KEY VERSE God’s glory returns Ezekiel’s call …
