He is faithful in keeping his covenant of blessing. Ezekiel was carried away to babylon between the first and final deportation of judah 2 kings 24. Jehoiakims son jehoichin reined in his fathers place in judah at the year 597 bc. Ezekiel overview and outline reasons for hope jesus.
Ezekiel commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Therefore, this writer will adopt the broader, theological structure of john martin who argues that the first half of the book contains prophecies concerning judgment 2, and that the second half of the book contains prophecies concerning blessing 3348 john a martin, an outline of ezekiel, unpublished class notes in 304 preexlic and. Intro to ezekiel biblica the international bible society. He engages in startling symbolic activities to teach gods people. In no other book is this pattern clearer than in ezekiel see outline. Ezekiel s in babylon, having been exiled there after the first siege of judah by the babylonians. Ezekiel lived during a time of international upheaval. The book of ezekiel was likely written between 593 and 565 b. It contains three sections, each of which addresses a different. Summary the book of ezekiel has the most logical arrangement of any of the prophetic books. While ezekiel himself may have been responsible for some of this revision, there is general agreement that the book as we have it today is the product of a highlyeducated priestly circle owing allegiance to the historical ezekiel and closely associated with the temple. The prophet ezekiel is the author of the book ezekiel 1. The priest ezekiel was the first prophet to be called by the lord outside of israel during the babylonian captivity.
Restoring the spiritual heart of the nation the glory of god key verse. More than just a commentary or sermon illustration book, the posb brings together sermon points, life application, supporting scripture, as well as fullyresearched and engaging commentary all on one page, along with the actual text. Additionally, ezekiel 4048 contains a description of a temple that will be built in jerusalem in the latter days. Study the bible online using commentary on ezekiel and more. It was during the elevenyear reign of jehoiakim that the first deportation took place when daniel was taken captive. Ezekiels priestly lineage shines through in his prophetic ministry. Hill and walton write, the lack of strict chronological ordering of the. The book of ezekiel is narrative history, prophetic and apocalyptic in genre and even contains parables. Outline of ezekiel free bible outlines bible study start.
We hope that our outline of ezekiel will help you broaden your understanding of this complex book. Ezekiel cliffsnotes study guides book summaries, test. The hebrew name yhezekiel ezekiel means may god strengthen. More than just a commentary or sermon illustration book, the posb brings together sermon points, life application, supporting scripture, as well as fullyresearched and engaging commentary all.
In contrast to various other prophets ezekiel has not been criticised as much. 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. 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. This page offers introductory information for the old testament book of ezekiel, including authorship, purpose, and historical background. The book opens with an account of the vision that summoned ezekiel to his prophetic calling. The book of ezekiel takes its title from the priest of the same name, son to a man named buzi. Mar 31, 2011 the book has been subjected to extensive editing. Ezekiel study guide for growing christians ministries. 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. Ezekiel had been taken captive in 597 bc and was being held captive in babylon when god gave him the vision. Key personalities include ezekiel, israels leaders, ezekiels wife. Ezekiel intro to ezekiel biblica the international bible society. This summary of the book of ezekiel provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of ezekiel.
Prophecy, vision of celestial chariot, four living creatures, temple, gog of magog. Ezekiels concern with sin also accounts for the many places where the book echoes the laws given in the pentateuch, as well as the similarities between ezekiels new temple chs. Outline of the book of ezekiel ye shall fall by the sword. The book of ezekiel includes a prophecy of a great battle that will precede the second coming of jesus christ see ezekiel 3839. In these posts we are going to dig down a little more deeply on this old testament book. Bible blender november 10, 2010 detailed outline of the book of ezekiel oracles of judgment against nations, judgment and consolation for israel 201808t08. 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. These outlines were put together by tim, and the outline on ezekiel is really helpful. It is placed between the book of lamentations and the book of daniel in the old testament canon of scripture. The book has a uniformity of language, style, theme, and message which support the theory of a single author. The book of ezekiel outline of the bookintroduction. Ezekiel bible study outlinecontents by chapter and verse. The prophecy of judgment through signs and oracles 47 1. Israels sin and impending judgment, uttered before the final captivity ezekiel 124.
Summary of the book of ezekiel the story of the bible. In babylon, ezekiel settled in his own house, in a village near nippur on the river chebar eze 3. Ezekiels in babylon, having been exiled there after the first siege of judah by the babylonians. A series of studies in the old testament book of ezekiel. Thousands of years ago, ezekiel recorded warnings and promises of god that are intended for our time, now. This book is basically about the destruction and exile of judah and the promise of its eventual restoration by god. As any traditional outline of the book quickly reveals, ezekiel follows the same basic sequence that is found in isaiah and jeremiah and zephaniah. Ezekiel summary the book of ezekiel is narrative history, prophetic and apocalyptic in genre and even contains parables. Like daniel and the apostle john, he prophesied out of the land, and his prophecy, like theirs, follows the method of symbol and vision. Remember, the designation major or minor simply refers to the length of the book, not its importance. The book of ezekiel he will be strengthened of god. The prophet ezekiel was born around 622 bc and preached for about 22 years.
Ezekiel complaining, god shews him his purpose in saving a remnant. The book of ezekiel outline of the book of ezekiel warren wiersbe theme. Besides clarity of structure, the book of ezekiel reveals symmetry. Ezekiel prophesied to the exiles in babylon at the same time that of jeremiah was prophesying to the jews who remained in jerusalem. Bible book outlines here you can find outlines for every book of the bible, including an extra, more detailed outline for 2 chronicles. 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. The book of ezekiel begins with joltsomething incredible shows up in an unexpected place. The christological purpose of ezekiel the book of ezekiel anticipates and points to jesus christ throughout. The book of ezekiel, one of the major prophetical books of the old testament.
Read ezekiel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Ezekiel is called to serve as a watchman to the house of israel. Ezekiel in the picture study bible the book of ezekiel with. The prophet describes massive visions of gods spiritual forces in action behind the scenes and blueprints for the future. Every book of the bible outlined in section headings. Book of ezekiel overview insight for living ministries. 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 three major prophets isaiah, jeremiah, ezekiel and zephaniah all have the same basic sequence of messages.
Ezekiel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The assyrian empire that had once conquered the syropalestinian area and destroyed the. The book of ezekiel is categorized with the writings of the major prophets. Jesus is the fulfiller of the promises laid out in the book. The prophets wrote over a period of 250300 years, spanning the decline, the exile, and the return of the children of israel. Daniel was taken captive in the first captivity during jehoiakims reign, about eight years before ezekiel was taken captive. The prophet is so overcome by the vision that he falls on his face. Mar 14, 2010 the book of ezekiel outline of the book.