Ezekiel 6:1
New International Version
The word of the LORD came to me:

New Living Translation
Again a message came to me from the LORD:

English Standard Version
The word of the LORD came to me:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Amplified Bible
And 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
And the word of Jehovah came unto me, saying,

Contemporary English Version
The LORD God said:

English Revised Version
And 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
The LORD continued with his message to me.

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

NET Bible
The word of the LORD came to me:

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

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

World English Bible
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
AND 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
And 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
Judgment Against Idolatry
1And the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2“Son of man, set your face against the mountains of Israel and prophesy against them.…

Cross References
Jeremiah 25:32-33
This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Behold! Disaster is spreading from nation to nation; a mighty storm is rising from the ends of the earth.” / Those slain by the LORD on that day will be spread from one end of the earth to the other. They will not be mourned, gathered, or buried. They will be like dung lying on the ground.

Isaiah 2:12-22
For the Day of the LORD of Hosts will come against all the proud and lofty, against all that is exalted—it will be humbled— / against all the cedars of Lebanon, lofty and lifted up, against all the oaks of Bashan, / against all the tall mountains, against all the high hills, ...

Amos 3:1-2
Hear this word that the LORD has spoken against you, O children of Israel, against the whole family that I brought up out of the land of Egypt: / “Only you have I known from all the families of the earth; therefore I will punish you for all your iniquities.”

Jeremiah 6:19
Hear, O earth! I am bringing disaster on this people, the fruit of their own schemes, because they have paid no attention to My word and have rejected My instruction.

Isaiah 13:6-13
Wail, for the Day of the LORD is near; it will come as destruction from the Almighty. / Therefore all hands will fall limp, and every man’s heart will melt. / Terror, pain, and anguish will seize them; they will writhe like a woman in labor. They will look at one another, their faces flushed with fear. ...

Hosea 4:1-3
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. / Therefore the land mourns, and all who dwell in it will waste away with the beasts of the field and the birds of the air; even the fish of the sea disappear.

Jeremiah 4:5-8
Announce in Judah, proclaim in Jerusalem, and say: “Blow the ram’s horn throughout the land. Cry aloud and say, ‘Assemble yourselves and let us flee to the fortified cities.’ / Raise a signal flag toward Zion. Seek refuge! Do not delay! For I am bringing disaster from the north, and terrible destruction. / A lion has gone up from his thicket, and a destroyer of nations has set out. He has left his lair to lay waste your land. Your cities will be reduced to ruins and lie uninhabited. ...

Isaiah 34:1-4
Come near, O nations, to listen; pay attention, O peoples. Let the earth hear, and all that fills it, the world and all that springs from it. / The LORD is angry with all the nations and furious with all their armies. He will devote them to destruction; He will give them over to slaughter. / Their slain will be left unburied, and the stench of their corpses will rise; the mountains will flow with their blood. ...

Micah 1:2-4
Hear, O peoples, all of you; listen, O earth, and everyone in it! May the Lord GOD bear witness against you, the Lord from His holy temple. / For behold, the LORD comes forth from His dwelling place; He will come down and tread on the high places of the earth. / The mountains will melt beneath Him, and the valleys will split apart, like wax before the fire, like water rushing down a slope.

Jeremiah 7:20
Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, My anger and My fury will be poured out on this place, on man and beast, on the trees of the field and the produce of the land, and it will burn and not be extinguished.

Isaiah 24:1-6
Behold, the LORD lays waste the earth and leaves it in ruins. He will twist its surface and scatter its inhabitants— / people and priest alike, servant and master, maid and mistress, buyer and seller, lender and borrower, creditor and debtor. / The earth will be utterly laid waste and thoroughly plundered. For the LORD has spoken this word. ...

Zephaniah 1:2-3
“I will completely sweep away everything from the face of the earth,” declares the LORD. / “I will sweep away man and beast; I will sweep away the birds of the air, and the fish of the sea, and the idols with their wicked worshipers. I will cut off mankind from the face of the earth,” declares the LORD.

Jeremiah 19:3
saying, ‘Hear the word of the LORD, O kings of Judah and residents of Jerusalem. This is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: I am going to bring such disaster on this place that the ears of all who hear of it will ring,

Isaiah 30:27-28
Behold, the Name of the LORD comes from afar, with burning anger and dense smoke. His lips are full of fury, and His tongue is like a consuming fire. / His breath is like a rushing torrent that rises to the neck. He comes to sift the nations in a sieve of destruction; He bridles the jaws of the peoples to lead them astray.

Matthew 24:6-8
You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. These things must happen, but the end is still to come. / Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. / All these are the beginning of birth pains.


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And the word of the LORD came to me, saying,
*Biblical Context:* This phrase is a common introduction in the prophetic books, indicating that the message is divinely inspired. It emphasizes the authority and authenticity of the prophecy that follows. Ezekiel, a prophet during the Babylonian exile, often received direct communication from God, which he then conveyed to the people of Israel.

*Historical and Cultural Context:* Ezekiel was among the Jewish exiles in Babylon after the first deportation in 597 BC. The phrase underscores the belief that even in exile, God continued to communicate with His people through His prophets. This was a time of great turmoil and uncertainty for the Israelites, and the role of the prophet was crucial in providing guidance and hope.

*Connections to Other Scripture:* Similar phrases are found throughout the Old Testament, particularly in the books of the prophets (e.g., Jeremiah 1:4, Isaiah 1:1). This consistency highlights the continuity of God's revelation to His chosen messengers. It also connects to the New Testament, where the Word becomes flesh in Jesus Christ (John 1:14), showing the ultimate revelation of God to humanity.

*Prophecy:* The phrase introduces a prophetic message that often includes warnings, judgments, or promises. In Ezekiel's context, it frequently involved warnings of impending judgment due to Israel's idolatry and unfaithfulness. This particular chapter (Ezekiel 6) deals with the judgment against the mountains of Israel, symbolizing the high places where idolatry was practiced.

*Types of Jesus Christ:* While this specific phrase does not directly typify Christ, the concept of the "word of the LORD" can be seen as a precursor to the ultimate revelation of God through Jesus. In the New Testament, Jesus is described as the Word (Logos) of God, embodying the full expression of God's will and character (John 1:1).

*Geographical and Archaeological Insights:* The message that follows this introduction is directed towards the "mountains of Israel," which were significant in the ancient Near Eastern context as places of worship and idolatry. Archaeological findings have uncovered numerous high places and altars, confirming the biblical accounts of widespread idolatry that Ezekiel and other prophets condemned.
Persons / Places / Events
1. Ezekiel
A prophet and priest during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is the recipient of God's message. His role is to convey God's warnings and promises to the Israelites.

2. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant God of Israel, who communicates His will and judgment through His prophets. Yahweh is central to the message, emphasizing His sovereignty and holiness.

3. Israel
Although not mentioned directly in this verse, Israel is the implied audience of the prophecy. The nation is in exile due to its disobedience and idolatry.

4. Babylonian Exile
The historical context in which Ezekiel prophesies. The exile is a result of Israel's persistent sin and rebellion against God.

5. Prophetic Revelation
The event of God speaking to Ezekiel, which is a common occurrence in the prophetic books, signifying divine communication and authority.
Teaching Points
The Authority of God's Word
God's word is authoritative and demands our attention and obedience. Just as Ezekiel received God's word, we must be attentive to Scripture today.

The Role of Prophets
Prophets serve as God's mouthpiece, delivering messages of warning, judgment, and hope. We should respect and heed the messages of the prophets as recorded in the Bible.

God's Sovereignty and Holiness
The LORD's communication with Ezekiel underscores His sovereignty and holiness. We are reminded to approach God with reverence and awe.

The Consequences of Disobedience
Israel's situation serves as a warning about the consequences of turning away from God. We must examine our lives for areas of disobedience and seek repentance.

The Importance of Listening to God
Just as Ezekiel listened to God, we are called to listen to God's voice through prayer, Scripture, and the Holy Spirit's guidance.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And 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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