Ezekiel 22:1
New International Version
The word of the LORD came to me:

New Living Translation
Now this message came to me from the LORD:

English Standard Version
And the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

Berean Standard Bible
Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

King James Bible
Moreover the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,

New King James Version
Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

New American Standard Bible
Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

NASB 1995
Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

NASB 1977
Then the word of the LORD came to me saying,

Legacy Standard Bible
Then the word of Yahweh came to me, saying,

Amplified Bible
Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

Christian Standard Bible
The word of the LORD came to me:

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The word of the LORD came to me: “

American Standard Version
Moreover the word of Jehovah came unto me, saying,

Contemporary English Version
Some time later, the LORD said:

English Revised Version
Moreover the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The LORD spoke his word to me. He said,

Good News Translation
The LORD spoke to me.

International Standard Version
This message came to me from the LORD:

Majority Standard Bible
Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

NET Bible
The word of the LORD came to me:

New Heart English Bible
Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

Webster's Bible Translation
Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying,

World English Bible
Moreover Yahweh’s word came to me, saying,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And there is a word of YHWH to me, saying,

Young's Literal Translation
And there is a word of Jehovah unto me, saying,

Smith's Literal Translation
And the word of Jehovah will be to me, saying,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the word of the Lord came to me, saying:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the word of the Lord came to me, saying:

New American Bible
The word of the LORD came to me:

New Revised Standard Version
The word of the LORD came to me:
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
MOREOVER the word of the LORD came to me, saying.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the word of LORD JEHOVAH was upon me, saying:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Moreover the word of the LORD came unto me, saying:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the word of the Lord came to me, saying,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Sins of Jerusalem
1Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2“As for you, son of man, will you judge her? Will you pass judgment on the city of bloodshed? Then confront her with all her abominations…

Cross References
Jeremiah 6:7
As a well gushes its water, so she pours out her evil. Violence and destruction resound in her; sickness and wounds are ever before Me.

Isaiah 1:4
Alas, O sinful nation, a people laden with iniquity, a brood of evildoers, children who act corruptly! They have forsaken the LORD; they have despised the Holy One of Israel and turned their backs on Him.

Micah 3:9-11
Now hear this, O leaders of the house of Jacob and rulers of the house of Israel, who despise justice and pervert all that is right, / who build Zion with bloodshed and Jerusalem with iniquity. / Her leaders judge for a bribe, her priests teach for a price, and her prophets practice divination for money. Yet they lean upon the LORD, saying, “Is not the LORD among us? No disaster can come upon us.”

Jeremiah 2:34
Moreover, your skirts are stained with the blood of the innocent poor, though you did not find them breaking in. But in spite of all these things

Isaiah 59:3-4
For your hands are stained with blood, and your fingers with iniquity; your lips have spoken lies, and your tongue mutters injustice. / No one calls for justice; no one pleads his case honestly. They rely on empty pleas; they tell lies; they conceive mischief and give birth to iniquity.

Hosea 4:1-2
Hear the word of the LORD, O children of Israel, for the LORD has a case against the people of the land: “There is no truth, no loving devotion, and no knowledge of God in the land! / Cursing and lying, murder and stealing, and adultery are rampant; one act of bloodshed follows another.

Amos 3:10
“For they know not how to do right,” declares the LORD. “They store up violence and destruction in their citadels.”

Zephaniah 3:1-4
Woe to the city of oppressors, rebellious and defiled! / She heeded no voice; she accepted no correction. She does not trust in the LORD; she has not drawn near to her God. / Her princes are roaring lions; her judges are evening wolves, leaving nothing for the morning. ...

Lamentations 4:13-14
But this was for the sins of her prophets and the guilt of her priests, who shed the blood of the righteous in her midst. / They wandered blind in the streets, defiled by this blood, so that no one dared to touch their garments.

Matthew 23:37
O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling!

Luke 13:34
O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling!

Romans 3:10-18
As it is written: “There is no one righteous, not even one. / There is no one who understands, no one who seeks God. / All have turned away, they have together become worthless; there is no one who does good, not even one.” ...

Matthew 23:29-32
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You build tombs for the prophets and decorate the monuments of the righteous. / And you say, ‘If we had lived in the days of our fathers, we would not have been partners with them in shedding the blood of the prophets.’ / So you testify against yourselves that you are the sons of those who murdered the prophets. ...

Acts 7:51-53
You stiff-necked people with uncircumcised hearts and ears! You always resist the Holy Spirit, just as your fathers did. / Which of the prophets did your fathers fail to persecute? They even killed those who foretold the coming of the Righteous One. And now you are His betrayers and murderers— / you who received the law ordained by angels, yet have not kept it.”

Romans 2:17-24
Now you, if you call yourself a Jew; if you rely on the law and boast in God; / if you know His will and approve of what is superior because you are instructed by the law; / if you are convinced that you are a guide for the blind, a light for those in darkness, ...


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Ezekiel 22
1. A catalogue of sins in Jerusalem, and the dispersion of the Jews in consequence
17. God will burn them as dross in his furnace
23. The general corruption of prophets, priests, princes, and the people














Then the word of the LORD:
This phrase indicates a direct communication from God to the prophet Ezekiel. In the context of the Old Testament, the "word of the LORD" often signifies divine revelation or instruction. This underscores the authority and authenticity of the message that follows. The phrase is common in prophetic literature, emphasizing that the message is not of human origin but divinely inspired. It reflects the role of prophets as God's mouthpieces, as seen in other prophetic books like Jeremiah and Isaiah.

came to me:
The personal nature of this phrase highlights Ezekiel's role as a chosen prophet. It suggests a direct and personal encounter with God, which is a hallmark of prophetic experiences. Ezekiel, a priest by background, was among the exiles in Babylon, and his prophetic ministry was crucial during this period of Israel's history. The phrase indicates that Ezekiel is the recipient of God's message, tasked with delivering it to the people. This personal reception of God's word is similar to other prophets, such as Daniel and Amos, who also received direct revelations.

saying:
This introduces the content of the divine message that follows. It prepares the reader for the specific instructions or revelations that God is about to impart. In the broader context of Ezekiel 22, the message is one of judgment against Jerusalem for its sins. The use of "saying" is a common biblical formula that transitions from the introduction of divine communication to the actual message, seen throughout the prophetic books. This sets the stage for the detailed accusations and judgments that God will articulate through Ezekiel.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ezekiel
A prophet and priest during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is the recipient of God's messages, tasked with delivering them to the people of Israel.

2. The LORD
The covenant name of God, Yahweh, who communicates directly with Ezekiel, emphasizing His authority and the divine origin of the message.

3. Israel
The nation to whom the message is directed, specifically addressing their sins and the impending judgment due to their disobedience.

4. Babylonian Exile
The historical context in which Ezekiel prophesied, a period of great turmoil and punishment for Israel due to their persistent idolatry and rebellion against God.

5. Jerusalem
The focal point of many of Ezekiel's prophecies, representing the spiritual and political heart of Israel, which is under judgment for its sins.
Teaching Points
The Authority of God's Word
Recognize the divine authority of Scripture as God's word to us, just as it was to Ezekiel. This calls for reverence and obedience in our daily lives.

The Role of the Prophet
Understand the responsibility and burden of being a messenger of God. Like Ezekiel, we are called to speak truth, even when it is difficult or unpopular.

The Consequences of Sin
Reflect on the seriousness of sin and its consequences, as demonstrated by Israel's exile. This serves as a warning to remain faithful and obedient to God.

God's Faithfulness in Judgment
Acknowledge that God's judgments are just and rooted in His faithfulness to His covenant. This should inspire both fear and trust in His righteous character.

Repentance and Restoration
Embrace the opportunity for repentance and restoration. God's messages of judgment are often accompanied by calls to return to Him, offering hope and redemption.Verses 1, 2. - Moreover, etc. The word connects what follows with the word of the Lord which began in Ezekiel 20:2. That connection is, indeed, sufficiently indicated by the recurrence of the formula, "Wilt thou judge?" (see note on Ezekiel 20:4). In obedience to the commands which that question implied, Ezekiel has once more to go through the catalogue of the sins of Judah and Jerusalem. It is not without significance that he applies the very epithet of bloody city (Hebrew, oily of bloods) which Nahum (Nahum 3:1) had applied to Nineveh.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then the word
דְבַר־ (ḏə·ḇar-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause

of the LORD
יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

came
וַיְהִ֥י (way·hî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

to me,
אֵלַ֥י (’ê·lay)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

saying,
לֵאמֹֽר׃ (lê·mōr)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 559: To utter, say


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