Bible Chapter Summary
Ezekiel 2 Summary
The Prophet's Commission
God commands Ezekiel to stand and speaks to him as the Son of man, calling him to prophesy to the rebellious children of Israel who have transgressed against the LORD. Though they are impudent and stiffhearted, Ezekiel must speak God's words whether they hear or forbear. God strengthens Ezekiel against fear and instructs him to receive all God's words in his heart. A hand stretches forth a roll of a book written within and without with lamentations, mourning, and woe, which Ezekiel must consume.
Key themes
Key verses
Ezekiel 2:1-3
“And he said unto me, Son of man, stand upon thy feet, and I will speak unto thee.”
Ezekiel 2:5
“And they, whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear, (for they are a rebellious house,) yet shall know that there hath been a prophet among them.”
Ezekiel 2:8-10
“But thou, son of man, hear what I say unto thee; Be not thou rebellious like that rebellious house: open thy mouth, and eat that I give thee.”
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