From chapter 2, verse 4, through chapter 7, daniel is in aramaic, the gentile and diplomatic language of daniels day. 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 three major prophets isaiah, jeremiah, ezekiel and zephaniah all have the same basic sequence of messages. Daniel was taken captive in the first captivity during jehoiakims reign, about eight years before ezekiel was taken captive. In the first two ezekiel announced judgment on jerusalem ezek. We hope that our outline of ezekiel will help you broaden your understanding of this complex book. Ezekiel looked beyond the sufferings of christ to the glory that should follow 1 peter 1. In contrast to various other prophets ezekiel has not been criticised as much. It must be confessed that the book of ezekiel is very difficult. Ezekiel cliffsnotes study guides book summaries, test. Better than moses, for he is the son who provides a heavenly rest. Better than the prophets, as a much better spokesman heb 1. Every book of the bible outlined in section headings.
God hid his face from them and let them get attacked and sent into captivity for a while. Jesus is the fulfiller of the promises laid out in the book. A series of studies in the old testament book of ezekiel. Prophets call and enduement with power for the office, chapter 2. Watch our overview video on the second part of the book of ezekiel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The prophet ezekiel is the author of the book ezekiel 1. The book of daniel stands as a unique mix in the old testament, for while it begins with history, it makes a strong transition at chapter 7, where it contains visions of future events significant to the jews.
After having such a vision of the likeness of the glory of the lord 1. Both are included in the prophecies under one name. Ezekiel, who was with the captives, made reference to the character of daniel and to his office as a prophet ezekiel 14. This is not only the concise overview of the book of isaiah, but also of the book of ezekiel, except that ezekiel adds one more principle, the principle of individual responsibility which was also touched by the prophet, jeremiah. God also showed ezekiel a picture of a new temple in the future ezekiel chapters 4048. Ezekiel bible study outlinecontents by chapter and verse. The hebrew name yhezekiel ezekiel means may god strengthen. The book opens with an account of the vision that summoned ezekiel to his prophetic calling. Desolation and war over israelvision of wickedness. The book of ezekiel is the third in a row of the socalled four major prophets. As you read the pages of scripture, ask yourself, what does this passage tell me about god.
The assyrian period chapters 9 the prophet proclaims the lords indictment against judah and jerusalem, and the coming judgment against them. From daniel and his three friends, we will learn the power of faith and commitment b. God himself would return to this temple ezekiel 43. When we are called, we receive everything we need to complete that call. These bible book outlines are intended to assist you as you study gods wor d. Key personalities include ezekiel, israels leaders, ezekiels wife. The righteous and the othersthe wheels and cheribums.
The beginning of the kingdom was clearly marked in scriptures, such as psalm 114. Outline here is a simple outline of the book, with its main divisions. The book has a uniformity of language, style, theme, and message which support the theory of a single author. Outline of ezekiel free bible outlines bible study start. Summary the book of ezekiel has the most logical arrangement of any of the prophetic books. Jehoiakims son jehoichin reined in his fathers place in judah at the year 597 bc. 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. Part of it is composed of puzzling apocalyptic imagery, while other parts share with us some of the most inspiring stories in all scripture. The book of ezekiel was likely written between 593 and 565 b. The book of ezekiel in outline form the bible in outline. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the book of ezekiel. Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries.
The chapter ends with god promising again to restore israel and judah. Ezekiel ministered to his generation who were both exceedingly sinful and thoroughly hopeless. This may be the most important chapter of the book of ezekiel. While jeremiah lived judahs downfall in jerusalem daniel and ezekiel had already been deported to babylon. Like isaiah and unlike jeremiah, he puts them in the middle of his book. What makes the book of ezekiel so popular, and fascinating to you and i, is that 2500 years ago ezekiel described the political situation surrounding israel today. The assyrian empire that had once conquered the syropalestinian area and destroyed the. He was given a stubborn heart so he could be an unrelenting herald of truth. The book of ezekiel takes its title from the priest of the same name, son to a man named buzi. That year saw the end of gods kingdom on earth, which had begun at the exodus. From 586 until 570, he prophesied about consolation. Jan 3, 2017 bible journaling examples from the book of ezekiel.
Summary of the book of ezekiel the story of the bible. The prophet is so overcome by the vision that he falls on his face. 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. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in ezekiels prophecy. We are breaking the yoke of the gospel, the opium of the masses.
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. The book of ezekiel is unique in that, with occasional exceptions, it is entirely autobiographical, that is, written in the first person, from the viewpoint of ezekiel himself. The unique outline format makes this wealth of material extremely. Ezekiel had been taken captive in 597 bc and was being held captive in babylon when god gave him the vision. The book of ezekiel, one of the major prophetical books of the old testament. Jeremiah, ezekiel and zephaniah all have the same basic sequence of messages. Ezekiel went into exile at the same time as king jehoiachin in the year 597 bc.
By studying this book, we can better understand our lords references to it cf. God sent ezekiel and jeremiah the same message about jerusalem. Ezekiel is also one of the prophets who lived in exile. Ezekiel prophesied to the exiles in babylon at the same time that of jeremiah was prophesying to the jews who remained in jerusalem. As with all of scripture, the book of daniel is profitable for our study 2 ti 3.
Ezekiels priestly lineage shines through in his prophetic ministry. 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. The prophets wrote over a period of 250300 years, spanning the decline, the exile, and the return of the children of israel. God strengthens, or god will strengthen ezekiel is one of the three that were called the captivity prophets the other two are. 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. Ezekiel chapters 1 to 24 free bible commentary in easy english.
It contains three sections, each of which addresses a different. In his book it is used 25 times, while found only six times in all the rest of the bible. Since the book of ezekiel contains more dates see chart, p. Ezekiels in babylon, having been exiled there after the first siege of judah by the babylonians. He portrays the sovereign rule of the lord of hosts. Hill and walton write, the lack of strict chronological ordering of the. 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. Pastor steve will move through the book in a methodical fashion to unveil the lords message to israel and all believers. Ezekiel lived during a time of international upheaval. Ezekiel study guide for growing christians ministries.
Ezekiel overview and outline reasons for hope jesus. Ezekiel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Book of ezekiel overview insight for living ministries. The book of ezekiel is narrative history, prophetic and apocalyptic in genre and even contains parables. The righteous and the othersthe wheels and cheribums ezekiel 1112. Vision of four creaturesthe sealed book ezekiel 34.
It is probably the most ignored book in the old testament. 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. Most scholars today accept the basic authenticity of the book, but see in it significant additions by a school of later followers of the original prophet. Doughty southside christian church december 2014 introduction. Ezekiel chapters 1 to 24 free bible commentary in easy. 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 priest ezekiel was the first prophet to be called by the lord outside of israel during the babylonian captivity. This section deals exclusively with the times of the gentiles. The prophet describes massive visions of gods spiritual forces in action behind the scenes and blueprints for the future. In no other book is this pattern clearer than in ezekiel see outline. Ezekiel, in his prophecies as to the heathen, exhibits the dark side only. Outline of the book of ezekiel ye shall fall by the sword. Better than the angels, by virtue of his deity and humanity heb 1. Ezekiels final word is not a prophecy against nations but for restoration.
Ezekiel 26 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. He belonged to the family of zadok, who was a famous priest. The book of jeremiah is located in the section of your bible referred to as the major prophets, known for their larger portions of writings as compared to the minor prophets, or shorter writings. Israels sin and impending judgment, uttered before the final captivity ezekiel 124. Father, may i make disciples of the nations before they are destroyed mt 28. A commentary on the book of ezekiel southside christian.
Judgment of jerusalemisrael shall be destroyed ezekiel 78. The book of ezekiel, also called the prophecy of ezechiel, one of the major prophetical books of the old testament. In babylon, ezekiel settled in his own house, in a village near nippur on the river chebar eze 3. The book of ezekiel he will be strengthened of god. Carrion birds seem to be doing pretty well in the book of ezekiel.
Key personalities include ezekiel, israels leaders, ezekiels wife, king nebuchadnezzar, and the prince. A commentary on the book of ezekiel by pastor galen l. This is very evident in the book we are about to study, ezekiel. The book of isaiah can be divided into two major parts. Remember, the designation major or minor simply refers to the length of the book, not its importance. Prophecy, vision of celestial chariot, four living creatures, temple, gog of magog. This book is basically about the destruction and exile of judah and the promise of its eventual restoration by god. Ezekiel intro to ezekiel biblica the international bible society. Besides clarity of structure, the book of ezekiel reveals symmetry. See what its about from the first verse to the last. Many today would learn well from ezekiels acceptance of responsibility. God would send someone from davids family to be their leader ezekiel 37.
Ezekiels prophecies correspond in many aspects to jeremiahs prophecies as regards to the contents. The old testament is written in the hebrew language, with but one exception a portion of the book of daniel. Ezekiel taught individual responsibility in passages such as ezekiel 18. Desolation and war over israelvision of wickedness ezekiel 910. The book of ezekiel in outline form the bible in outline form kindle edition by gingrich, dr roy.
Bible blender october 14, 2017 complete but concise summary of each book of the bible old testament and new testament 20171218t17. We hope that you will come to know and love him deeply. It is believed that ezekiel concluded his prophetic work around 570 b. The book of ezekiel is in the old testament section of the bible. By the way, this reference to daniel by ezekiel, who was daniels contemporary, is conclusive evidence against the theory that this book belongs to the maccabean period. It may help to understand why the prophet, ezekiel, was called by god to do some very strange things. The christological purpose of ezekiel the book of ezekiel anticipates and points to jesus christ throughout. Ezekiel has eight chapters of prophecies against foreign nations. Along with ezekiels declaration of judgment to israel came a message of hope in a future restoration, though the message was veiled by mysterious symbols and events that still generate wonder and debate today. We have turned out lights in heaven that no man will be able to put on again. The book of ezekiel introduction to the book of ezekiel in the bible. He engages in startling symbolic activities to teach gods people.