Ezekiel 12:2

"The LORD’s word also came to me, saying,"

Key Reflection

In the context of first-century Israel, Ezekiel 12:2 signals a direct divine command for action and prophecy. The people would have recognized this as a summons from God, indicating that what follows is not merely a personal charge but part of a broader prophetic mission to convey God’s message to them despite their rebellious nature. This verse sets the stage for Ezekiel’s dramatic acts of prophecy, which were meant to jar his audience and highlight the gravity of their situation.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

CompareDeuteronomy 1:26; margin reference;Romans 10:21. The repetition of such words from age to age, shows that the prophet’s words are intended to reach beyond the generation in which he lived.

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