Ezekiel 21:2

Key Reflection

Ezekiel 21:2 marks the beginning of a prophecy where God speaks directly through the prophet. In this context, the phrase "The LORD's word came to me" is a common formula in prophetic literature, signaling that what follows is divine revelation. The verse sets the stage for a message that would have been both authoritative and weighty for its audience, emphasizing the gravity of the coming events and God’s sovereignty over them.