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He warns Israel of impending destruction due to their idolatry and sin but also offers hope for future redemption and renewal. Through vivid visions and symbolic acts, Ezekiel emphasizes God’s sovereignty and justice, and the promise of a restored covenant with His people.Title and Author: The book is named after the prophet Ezekiel, whose name means “God strengthens.” Scholars attribute the authorship to Ezekiel himself, a priest and prophet during the Babylonian exile, as he recounts his visions and prophecies.Historical Context: Ezekiel prophesied during the Babylonian exile, following the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BC. The Israelites were in captivity, and Ezekiel’s prophecies addressed both their current situation and future hope.Audience and Purpose: The prophet addressed the Jewish exiles in Babylon, urging repentance and explaining the reasons for their exile. He aimed to restore hope by reminding them of God’s sovereignty and faithfulness, even in judgment, as they grappled with their identity and relationship with God in a foreign land.Genre and Style: Ezekiel is a prophetic book, characterized by vivid visions, symbolic actions, and allegorical language.<div class="vheading2">Key People</div>1. <a href="/topical/e/ezekiel.htm">Ezekiel</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/1-3.htm">Ezekiel 1:3</a>) - Ezekiel is the primary prophet and author of the book. He is a priest and a prophet who receives visions from God while in exile in Babylon. 2. <a href="/topical/j/jehoiachin.htm">Jehoiachin</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/1-2.htm">Ezekiel 1:2</a>) - Jehoiachin was the king of Judah who was taken into Babylonian captivity. His reign was short-lived, and he is mentioned in the context of the exile. 3. <a href="/topical/z/zedekiah.htm">Zedekiah</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/17-13.htm">Ezekiel 17:13</a>) - Zedekiah was the last king of Judah before the Babylonian conquest. He is referenced in a parable about breaking a covenant. 4. <a href="/topical/d/daniel.htm">Daniel</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/14-14.htm">Ezekiel 14:14</a>) - Daniel is mentioned as a righteous man, known for his wisdom and faithfulness, alongside Noah and Job. 5. <a href="/topical/n/noah.htm">Noah</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/14-14.htm">Ezekiel 14:14</a>) - Noah is referenced as a paragon of righteousness, known for his role in the biblical flood narrative. 6. <a href="/topical/j/job.htm">Job</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/14-14.htm">Ezekiel 14:14</a>) - Job is cited as an example of righteousness and patience, known for his endurance through suffering. 7. <a href="/topical/n/nebuchadnezzar.htm">Nebuchadnezzar</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/26-7.htm">Ezekiel 26:7</a>) - Nebuchadnezzar was the king of Babylon who conquered Jerusalem and is mentioned in prophecies concerning the judgment of nations.<div class="vheading2">Key Places</div>1. <a href="/topical/c/chaldea.htm">Chaldea (Babylon)</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/1-3.htm">Ezekiel 1:3</a>) - The land where Ezekiel was among the exiles. It is a region in southern Mesopotamia, known for its powerful empire and the city of Babylon. 2. <a href="/topical/r/river_kebar.htm">River Kebar</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/1-3.htm">Ezekiel 1:3</a>) - A river or canal in Babylon where Ezekiel received his visions. It is often associated with the location of the Jewish exiles. 3. <a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/4.htm">Ezekiel 4:1</a>) - The capital city of Judah, central to many of Ezekiel's prophecies. It is depicted as a city under siege and facing judgment for its sins. 4. <a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/4-3.htm">Ezekiel 4:3</a>) - Refers to the northern kingdom and the people of God as a whole. Ezekiel's prophecies often address the nation and its future restoration. 5. <a href="/topical/e/egypt.htm">Egypt</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/29-2.htm">Ezekiel 29:2</a>) - A powerful neighboring nation to Israel, often depicted as an adversary. Ezekiel prophesies against Egypt, foretelling its downfall. 6. <a href="/topical/t/tyre.htm">Tyre</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/26-2.htm">Ezekiel 26:2</a>) - A prominent Phoenician city known for its wealth and trade. Ezekiel prophesies its destruction due to its pride and opposition to Israel. 7. <a href="/topical/s/sidon.htm">Sidon</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/28-21.htm">Ezekiel 28:21</a>) - Another Phoenician city, often mentioned alongside Tyre. It is subject to judgment in Ezekiel's prophecies. 8. <a href="/topical/g/gog_of_magog.htm">Gog of Magog</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/38-2.htm">Ezekiel 38:2</a>) - A symbolic figure and land representing future enemies of Israel. Ezekiel describes a great battle involving Gog in the latter days. 9. <a href="/topical/m/mountains_of_israel.htm">Mountains of Israel</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/6-2.htm">Ezekiel 6:2</a>) - Refers to the hilly regions of the land of Israel. They are often mentioned in prophecies concerning judgment and restoration. 10. <a href="/topical/e/edom.htm">Edom</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/25-12.htm">Ezekiel 25:12</a>) - A neighboring nation descended from Esau, often hostile to Israel. Ezekiel prophesies its judgment for its actions against Judah. 11. <a href="/topical/a/ammon.htm">Ammon</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/25-2.htm">Ezekiel 25:2</a>) - A nation east of Israel, often in conflict with the Israelites. Ezekiel delivers a prophecy of judgment against Ammon. 12. <a href="/topical/m/moab.htm">Moab</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/25-8.htm">Ezekiel 25:8</a>) - Another neighboring nation, east of the Dead Sea. Moab is also subject to judgment in Ezekiel's prophecies. 13. <a href="/topical/p/philistia.htm">Philistia</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/25-15.htm">Ezekiel 25:15</a>) - The coastal region inhabited by the Philistines, traditional enemies of Israel. Ezekiel prophesies their destruction. 14. <a href="/topical/g/gomer.htm">Gomer</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/38-6.htm">Ezekiel 38:6</a>) - A people or region mentioned in the context of the Gog and Magog prophecy, possibly representing distant lands allied against Israel. 15. <a href="/topical/b/beth_togarmah.htm">Beth Togarmah</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/38-6.htm">Ezekiel 38:6</a>) - A region or people mentioned alongside Gomer in the Gog and Magog prophecy, possibly located in Asia Minor.<div class="vheading2">Key Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/e/ezekiel's_vision_of_god's_glory.htm">Ezekiel's Vision of God’s Glory</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/1.htm">Ezekiel 1:1-28</a>) - Ezekiel, a priest in exile, receives a vision of God's glory by the Kebar River. He sees a stormy wind, four living creatures, and a throne with a figure resembling a man, symbolizing God's majesty and presence. 2. <a href="/topical/e/ezekiel's_call_and_commission.htm">Ezekiel’s Call and Commission</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/2.htm">Ezekiel 2:1-3</a>:15) - God calls Ezekiel to be a prophet to the Israelites, who are rebellious. He is given a scroll to eat, symbolizing the internalization of God's message, and is appointed as a watchman for Israel. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_siege_of_jerusalem_symbolized.htm">The Siege of Jerusalem Symbolized</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/4.htm">Ezekiel 4:1-17</a>) - Ezekiel performs symbolic acts to represent the siege of Jerusalem, including lying on his side for a set number of days and eating rationed food, illustrating the coming hardships. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_hair_and_the_sword.htm">The Hair and the Sword</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/5.htm">Ezekiel 5:1-17</a>) - Ezekiel shaves his head and beard, dividing the hair to symbolize the fate of the people: some will die by plague, some by the sword, and some will be scattered. 5. <a href="/topical/j/judgment_against_idolatry.htm">Judgment Against Idolatry</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/6.htm">Ezekiel 6:1-14</a>) - God pronounces judgment against the mountains of Israel, where idolatrous practices occur, promising destruction and the acknowledgment of His sovereignty. 6. <a href="/topical/t/the_end_has_come.htm">The End Has Come</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/7.htm">Ezekiel 7:1-27</a>) - A prophecy of imminent disaster and the end of Israel's prosperity due to their abominations, emphasizing the certainty of God's judgment. 7. <a href="/topical/v/vision_of_abominations_in_jerusalem.htm">Vision of Abominations in Jerusalem</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/8.htm">Ezekiel 8:1-18</a>) - Ezekiel is transported in a vision to Jerusalem, where he witnesses various abominations committed in the temple, provoking God's wrath. 8. <a href="/topical/t/the_marking_of_the_faithful.htm">The Marking of the Faithful</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/9.htm">Ezekiel 9:1-11</a>) - In a vision, God commands a man with a writing kit to mark the foreheads of those who lament the abominations, sparing them from the coming destruction. 9. <a href="/topical/t/the_departure_of_god's_glory.htm">The Departure of God’s Glory</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/10.htm">Ezekiel 10:1-22</a>) - Ezekiel sees the glory of the Lord departing from the temple, signifying God's withdrawal from Jerusalem due to the people's sins. 10. <a href="/topical/j/judgment_on_the_leaders_of_israel.htm">Judgment on the Leaders of Israel</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/11.htm">Ezekiel 11:1-13</a>) - Ezekiel prophesies against the corrupt leaders of Israel, foretelling their downfall and the scattering of the people. 11. <a href="/topical/t/the_exile_symbolized.htm">The Exile Symbolized</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/12.htm">Ezekiel 12:1-16</a>) - Ezekiel enacts the exile by packing his belongings and digging through a wall, symbolizing the coming captivity of Jerusalem's inhabitants. 12. <a href="/topical/f/false_prophets_condemned.htm">False Prophets Condemned</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/13.htm">Ezekiel 13:1-23</a>) - God condemns the false prophets who deceive the people with false visions of peace, promising their downfall. 13. <a href="/topical/i/idolatry_in_the_heart.htm">Idolatry in the Heart</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/14.htm">Ezekiel 14:1-11</a>) - God addresses the elders of Israel, warning that those who set up idols in their hearts will face judgment. 14. <a href="/topical/t/the_parable_of_the_useless_vine.htm">The Parable of the Useless Vine</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/15.htm">Ezekiel 15:1-8</a>) - Israel is compared to a vine that is useless for anything but fuel, symbolizing their worthlessness due to unfaithfulness. 15. <a href="/topical/t/the_allegory_of_the_unfaithful_wife.htm">The Allegory of the Unfaithful Wife</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/16.htm">Ezekiel 16:1-63</a>) - Jerusalem is depicted as an unfaithful wife who has prostituted herself with other nations, yet God promises eventual restoration. 16. <a href="/topical/t/the_parable_of_the_two_eagles_and_the_vine.htm">The Parable of the Two Eagles and the Vine</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/17.htm">Ezekiel 17:1-24</a>) - A riddle and parable about two eagles and a vine, symbolizing the political alliances and betrayals of Israel. 17. <a href="/topical/t/the_soul_who_sins_will_die.htm">The Soul Who Sins Will Die</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/18.htm">Ezekiel 18:1-32</a>) - God declares that each individual is responsible for their own sin, emphasizing personal accountability and the possibility of repentance. 18. <a href="/topical/l/lament_for_the_princes_of_israel.htm">Lament for the Princes of Israel</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/19.htm">Ezekiel 19:1-14</a>) - A lamentation for the fallen leaders of Israel, depicted as lion cubs and a withered vine. 19. <a href="/topical/t/the_rebellious_house_of_israel.htm">The Rebellious House of Israel</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/20.htm">Ezekiel 20:1-44</a>) - God recounts Israel's history of rebellion and idolatry, yet promises future restoration for His name's sake. 20. <a href="/topical/t/the_sword_of_judgment.htm">The Sword of Judgment</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/21.htm">Ezekiel 21:1-32</a>) - A prophecy of the sword of judgment against Jerusalem and the Ammonites, symbolizing impending destruction. 21. <a href="/topical/t/the_sins_of_jerusalem.htm">The Sins of Jerusalem</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/22.htm">Ezekiel 22:1-31</a>) - A detailed account of the sins of Jerusalem, including bloodshed and idolatry, leading to God's wrath. 22. <a href="/topical/t/the_parable_of_the_two_sisters.htm">The Parable of the Two Sisters</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/23.htm">Ezekiel 23:1-49</a>) - Oholah and Oholibah, representing Samaria and Jerusalem, are depicted as two adulterous sisters, symbolizing their infidelity to God. 23. <a href="/topical/t/the_siege_of_jerusalem_foretold.htm">The Siege of Jerusalem Foretold</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/24.htm">Ezekiel 24:1-14</a>) - The boiling pot parable symbolizes the siege of Jerusalem, with the city as a pot and its people as meat. 24. <a href="/topical/t/the_death_of_ezekiel's_wife.htm">The Death of Ezekiel’s Wife</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/24-15.htm">Ezekiel 24:15-27</a>) - God tells Ezekiel that his wife will die, and he is not to mourn publicly, symbolizing the coming loss and mourning of Jerusalem. 25. <a href="/topical/p/prophecies_against_the_nations.htm">Prophecies Against the Nations</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/25.htm">Ezekiel 25:1-32</a>:32) - A series of prophecies against Ammon, Moab, Edom, Philistia, Tyre, Sidon, and Egypt, pronouncing judgment for their actions against Israel. 26. <a href="/topical/t/the_watchman's_duty.htm">The Watchman’s Duty</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/33.htm">Ezekiel 33:1-20</a>) - God reiterates Ezekiel's role as a watchman, responsible for warning the people of impending danger and calling them to repentance. 27. <a href="/topical/t/the_shepherds_of_israel.htm">The Shepherds of Israel</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/34.htm">Ezekiel 34:1-31</a>) - God condemns the leaders of Israel for neglecting their duties as shepherds and promises to be the true Shepherd for His people. 28. <a href="/topical/t/the_valley_of_dry_bones.htm">The Valley of Dry Bones</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/37.htm">Ezekiel 37:1-14</a>) - Ezekiel sees a vision of dry bones coming to life, symbolizing the restoration and revival of Israel. 29. <a href="/topical/t/the_two_sticks_joined.htm">The Two Sticks Joined</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/37-15.htm">Ezekiel 37:15-28</a>) - God instructs Ezekiel to join two sticks, representing Judah and Israel, symbolizing the reunification of the divided kingdom. 30. <a href="/topical/t/the_prophecy_against_gog.htm">The Prophecy Against Gog</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/38.htm">Ezekiel 38:1-39</a>:29) - A prophecy against Gog of Magog, depicting a future invasion of Israel and God's ultimate victory over the enemies. 31. <a href="/topical/t/the_vision_of_the_new_temple.htm">The Vision of the New Temple</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/40.htm">Ezekiel 40:1-48</a>:35) - Ezekiel receives a detailed vision of a new temple, the restoration of the land, and the reestablishment of worship, symbolizing hope and renewal for Israel.<div class="vheading2">Themes</div>1. <a href="/topical/d/divine_judgment.htm">Divine Judgment</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/1.htm">Ezekiel 1:1</a>) - The book opens with Ezekiel's vision of God's glory and the impending judgment on Israel for their idolatry and rebellion. This theme is prevalent throughout the book, emphasizing God's righteousness and justice. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_glory_of_god.htm">The Glory of God</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/1-28.htm">Ezekiel 1:28</a>) - Ezekiel's visions often highlight the majesty and holiness of God. The appearance of God's glory is a recurring motif, symbolizing His presence and authority. "This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD." 3. <a href="/topical/p/prophetic_calling_and_commission.htm">Prophetic Calling and Commission</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/2-3.htm">Ezekiel 2:3</a>) - Ezekiel is called and commissioned by God to be a prophet to the Israelites, who are described as a rebellious nation. This theme underscores the role of prophets as God's messengers. 4. <a href="/topical/i/idolatry_and_abominations.htm">Idolatry and Abominations</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/6-4.htm">Ezekiel 6:4</a>) - The book frequently condemns the idolatry and abominable practices of the Israelites, which have led to their downfall. "Your altars will be demolished and your incense altars will be smashed." 5. <a href="/topical/i/individual_responsibility.htm">Individual Responsibility</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/18-4.htm">Ezekiel 18:4</a>) - Ezekiel emphasizes personal accountability for sin, countering the belief that individuals suffer solely for the sins of their ancestors. "The soul who sins is the one who will die." 6. <a href="/topical/r/restoration_and_hope.htm">Restoration and Hope</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/11-17.htm">Ezekiel 11:17</a>) - Despite the severe judgments, God promises restoration and renewal for Israel. This theme offers hope for a future where God will gather His people and give them a new heart and spirit. 7. <a href="/topical/t/the_sovereignty_of_god.htm">The Sovereignty of God</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/12-25.htm">Ezekiel 12:25</a>) - God's control over history and nations is a key theme, as He declares that His words will be fulfilled. "For I am the LORD; I will speak whatever word I will speak, and it will be fulfilled without delay." 8. <a href="/topical/t/the_watchman's_duty.htm">The Watchman’s Duty</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/3-17.htm">Ezekiel 3:17</a>) - Ezekiel is appointed as a watchman for Israel, responsible for warning the people of impending danger. This theme highlights the responsibility of leaders to guide and protect their communities. 9. <a href="/topical/t/the_new_covenant.htm">The New Covenant</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/36-26.htm">Ezekiel 36:26</a>) - God promises a new covenant with Israel, characterized by a transformation of heart and spirit. "I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you." 10. <a href="/topical/t/the_valley_of_dry_bones.htm">The Valley of Dry Bones</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/37.htm">Ezekiel 37:1</a>) - This vision symbolizes the spiritual revival and restoration of Israel, illustrating God's power to bring life to what is dead. It is a powerful metaphor for renewal and hope. 11. <a href="/topical/t/the_temple_vision.htm">The Temple Vision</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/40-2.htm">Ezekiel 40:2</a>) - Ezekiel's vision of a new temple represents the future restoration of worship and God's presence among His people. It signifies a return to holiness and divine order. 12. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_leadership.htm">The Role of Leadership</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/34-2.htm">Ezekiel 34:2</a>) - The book criticizes the shepherds (leaders) of Israel for their failure to care for the people, contrasting them with God as the true shepherd. This theme underscores the importance of righteous leadership.<div class="vheading2">Titles and Types for Jesus</div>1. <a href="/topical/s/son_of_man.htm">Son of Man</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/2.htm">Ezekiel 2:1</a>) - Description: The title "Son of Man" is used extensively in Ezekiel, referring to the prophet himself. However, it is also a title that Jesus frequently used for Himself in the New Testament, emphasizing His role as a representative of humanity and His connection to prophetic fulfillment. - Reference: "He said to me, 'Son of man, stand up on your feet and I will speak to you.'" 2. <a href="/topical/s/shepherd.htm">Shepherd</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/34-23.htm">Ezekiel 34:23</a>) - Description: In Ezekiel, God promises to set up one shepherd over His people, a prophecy that Christians interpret as pointing to Jesus, the Good Shepherd, who cares for and leads His flock. - Reference: "I will establish one shepherd over them, My servant David, and he will feed them. He will feed them and be their shepherd." 3. <a href="/topical/p/prince.htm">Prince</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/37-25.htm">Ezekiel 37:25</a>) - Description: The prophecy of a prince from the line of David who will rule forever is seen as a messianic prophecy fulfilled in Jesus, who is often referred to as the Prince of Peace. - Reference: "They will live in the land that I gave to My servant Jacob, where your fathers lived. They will live there forever, with their children and grandchildren, and My servant David will be their prince forever." 4. <a href="/topical/c/cleansing_fountain.htm">Cleansing Fountain</a> (<a href="/ezekiel/36-25.htm">Ezekiel 36:25-27</a>) - Description: The promise of cleansing and a new heart is seen as a type of the spiritual renewal brought by Jesus through His sacrifice and the gift of the Holy Spirit. - Reference: "I will also sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean. I will cleanse you from all your impurities and all your idols. I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you." 5. <a href="/topical/t/temple.htm">Temple</a> (Ezekiel 40-48) - Description: The vision of the new temple is often interpreted as a type of Christ, who referred to His body as the temple. It symbolizes God's presence among His people, fulfilled in Jesus. - Reference: These chapters describe the detailed vision of the new temple, symbolizing God's ultimate dwelling with humanity.<div class="vheading2">Key Prophecies</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/prophecy_against_jerusalem.htm">Prophecy Against Jerusalem</a> - Prophecy: Ezekiel predicts the siege and fall of Jerusalem due to the people's idolatry and sin (<a href="/ezekiel/4.htm">Ezekiel 4:1-3</a>). - Fulfillment: This prophecy was fulfilled in 586 BC when the Babylonians, led by King Nebuchadnezzar, destroyed Jerusalem and the Temple. 2. <a href="/topical/p/prophecy_of_the_destruction_of_the_temple.htm">Prophecy of the Destruction of the Temple</a> - Prophecy: Ezekiel foresees the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem (<a href="/ezekiel/5-11.htm">Ezekiel 5:11</a>). - Fulfillment: The Temple was destroyed by the Babylonians in 586 BC, as part of the conquest of Jerusalem. 3. <a href="/topical/p/prophecy_of_judgment_on_the_nations.htm">Prophecy of Judgment on the Nations</a> - Prophecy: Ezekiel prophesies judgment against various nations, including Ammon, Moab, Edom, Philistia, Tyre, and Egypt (Ezekiel 25-32). - Fulfillment: Historical records indicate that many of these nations faced significant decline or destruction, often at the hands of the Babylonians or other emerging powers. 4. <a href="/topical/p/prophecy_of_the_valley_of_dry_bones.htm">Prophecy of the Valley of Dry Bones</a> - Prophecy: Ezekiel envisions a valley of dry bones coming to life, symbolizing the restoration of Israel (<a href="/ezekiel/37.htm">Ezekiel 37:1-14</a>). - Fulfillment: This prophecy is often interpreted as the return of the Jewish people from Babylonian exile and, in a broader sense, the modern establishment of the state of Israel. 5. <a href="/topical/p/prophecy_of_the_reunification_of_israel_and_judah.htm">Prophecy of the Reunification of Israel and Judah</a> - Prophecy: Ezekiel predicts the reunification of the divided kingdoms of Israel and Judah (<a href="/ezekiel/37-15.htm">Ezekiel 37:15-22</a>). - Fulfillment: This is seen as a future event by some, while others view it as symbolically fulfilled in the return from exile and the unification of the Jewish people. 6. <a href="/topical/p/prophecy_of_the_new_temple_vision.htm">Prophecy of the New Temple Vision</a> - Prophecy: Ezekiel describes a vision of a new, idealized Temple (Ezekiel 40-48). - Fulfillment: This prophecy is often seen as eschatological, with interpretations varying from a literal future temple to a symbolic representation of God's presence among His people. 7. <a href="/topical/p/prophecy_of_the_prophecy_against_gog_and_magog.htm">Prophecy of the Prophecy Against Gog and Magog</a> - Prophecy: Ezekiel prophesies a future invasion by Gog and Magog, which will be defeated by divine intervention (Ezekiel 38-39). - Fulfillment: This prophecy is considered by many to be unfulfilled and is often associated with end-times scenarios.<div class="vheading2">Outline</div>1. Prophesies of Judgement  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/1.htm#2">1:2⁠–⁠32:32</a> )a. The Call of Ezekiel  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/1.htm#1">1:1⁠–⁠3:27</a> )i. Appearance of the Glory of the LORD  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/1.htm#1">1:1⁠–⁠28</a> )ii. Ezekiel’s Mission  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/2.htm#1">2:1⁠–⁠3:27</a> )1. Ezekiel the Prophet  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/2.htm#1">2:1⁠–⁠3:15</a> )2. Ezekiel the Watchman  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/3.htm#16">3:16⁠–⁠27</a> )b. Ezekiel’s Signs  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/4.htm#1">4:1⁠–⁠5:17</a> )i. A Sign of Jerusalem’s Siege  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/4.htm#1">4:1⁠–⁠17</a> )ii. The Razor of Judgment  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/5.htm#1">5:1⁠–⁠17</a> )c. Judgment on the Land  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/6.htm#1">6:1⁠–⁠7:27</a> )i. Judgment against Idolatry  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/6.htm#1">6:1⁠–⁠7</a> )ii. A Remnant to Be Blessed  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/6.htm#8">6:8⁠–⁠14</a> )iii. Desolation of the Land of Israel  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/7.htm#1">7:1⁠–⁠27</a> )d. The Defiled Temple  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/8.htm#1">8:1⁠–⁠11:25</a> )i. The Vision of Idolatry in the Temple  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/8.htm#1">8:1⁠–⁠18</a> )ii. Execution of the Idolaters  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/9.htm#1">9:1⁠–⁠11</a> )iii. God's Glory Exits the Temple  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/10.htm#1">10:1⁠–⁠22</a> )iv. Evil in High Places  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/11.htm#1">11:1⁠–⁠12</a> )v. A Promise of Restoration  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/11.htm#13">11:13⁠–⁠21</a> )vi. God’s Glory Leaves Jerusalem  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/11.htm#22">11:22⁠–⁠25</a> )e. Prophesies of Judgment on Judah  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/12.htm#1">12:1⁠–⁠24:27</a> )i. Signs of the Coming Captivity  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/12.htm#1">12:1⁠–⁠28</a> )1. Ezekiel’s Baggage  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/12.htm#1">12:1⁠–⁠16</a> )2. Eat Your Bread with Trembling  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/12.htm#17">12:17⁠–⁠20</a> )3. A Presumptuous Proverb  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/12.htm#21">12:21⁠–⁠28</a> )ii. Reproof of False Prophets  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/13.htm#1">13:1⁠–⁠23</a> )iii. Idolatrous Elders Condemned  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/14.htm#1">14:1⁠–⁠11</a> )iv. Four Dire Judgments  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/14.htm#12">14:12⁠–⁠23</a> )v. Jerusalem the Useless Vine  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/15.htm#1">15:1⁠–⁠8</a> )vi. Jerusalem as a Rebellious Wife  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/16.htm#1">16:1⁠–⁠63</a> )vii. The Parable of Two Eagles and a Vine  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/17.htm#1">17:1⁠–⁠24</a> )viii. The Soul Who Sins Will Die  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/18.htm#1">18:1⁠–⁠32</a> )ix. A Lament for the Princes of Israel  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/19.htm#1">19:1⁠–⁠14</a> )x. Rebellious Israel  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/20.htm#1">20:1⁠–⁠44</a> )1. Israel’s Rebellion in Egypt  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/20.htm#1">20:1⁠–⁠17</a> )2. Israel’s Rebellion in the Wilderness  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/20.htm#18">20:18⁠–⁠26</a> )3. Israel’s Rebellion in the Land  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/20.htm#27">20:27⁠–⁠32</a> )4. Judgment and Restoration  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/20.htm#33">20:33⁠–⁠44</a> )xi. Babylon, the Instrument of Judgment  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/20.htm#45">20:45⁠–⁠21:32</a> )1. A Prophecy against the South  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/20.htm#45">20:45⁠–⁠49</a> )2. God’s Sword of Judgment  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/21.htm#1">21:1⁠–⁠32</a> )xii. The Sin of Jerusalem  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/22.htm#1">22:1⁠–⁠31</a> )xiii. The Two Adulterous Sisters: Jerusalem and Samaria  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/23.htm#1">23:1⁠–⁠49</a> )xiv. The Parable of the Cooking Pot  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/24.htm#1">24:1⁠–⁠14</a> )xv. Ezekiel’s Wife Dies  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/24.htm#15">24:15⁠–⁠27</a> )f. Prophesies of Judgement on the Nations  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/25.htm#1">25:1⁠–⁠32:32</a> )i. A Prophecy against Ammon  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/25.htm#1">25:1⁠–⁠7</a> )ii. A Prophecy against Moab  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/25.htm#8">25:8⁠–⁠11</a> )iii. A Prophecy against Edom  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/25.htm#12">25:12⁠–⁠14</a> )iv. A Prophecy against the Philistines  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/25.htm#15">25:15⁠–⁠17</a> )v. A Prophecy against Tyre  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/26.htm#1">26:1⁠–⁠28:19</a> )1. Proud Tyre to Fall  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/26.htm#1">26:1⁠–⁠21</a> )2. A Lament for Tyre  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/27.htm#1">27:1⁠–⁠36</a> )3. A Prophecy against the Ruler of Tyre  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/28.htm#1">28:1⁠–⁠10</a> )4. A Lament for the King of Tyre  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/28.htm#11">28:11⁠–⁠19</a> )vi. A Prophecy against Sidon  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/28.htm#20">28:20⁠–⁠24</a> )vii. The Restoration of Israel  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/28.htm#25">28:25⁠–⁠26</a> )viii. A Prophecy against Egypt  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/29.htm#1">29:1⁠–⁠32:32</a> )1. A Prophecy against Pharaoh  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/29.htm#1">29:1⁠–⁠7</a> )2. The Desolation of Egypt  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/29.htm#8">29:8⁠–⁠16</a> )3. Egypt the Reward of Nebuchadnezzar  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/29.htm#17">29:17⁠–⁠21</a> )4. A Lament for Egypt  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/30.htm#1">30:1⁠–⁠19</a> )5. Pharaoh’s Power Broken  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/30.htm#20">30:20⁠–⁠26</a> )6. Egypt Will Fall like Assyria  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/31.htm#1">31:1⁠–⁠18</a> )7. A Lament for Pharaoh King of Egypt  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/32.htm#1">32:1⁠–⁠16</a> )8. Egypt Cast into the Pit  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/32.htm#17">32:17⁠–⁠32</a> )2. Prophecies of Restoration  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/33.htm#1">33:1⁠–⁠48:35</a> )a. Ezekiel's the Watchman for Israel  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/33.htm#1">33:1⁠–⁠20</a> )b. Word of Jerusalem’s Fall  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/33.htm#21">33:21⁠–⁠33</a> )c. Israel Will Return to the Land  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/34.htm#1">34:1⁠–⁠37:28</a> )i. A Prophecy for Shepherds  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/34.htm#1">34:1⁠–⁠31</a> )1. Against Israel’s Shepherds  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/34.htm#1">34:1⁠–⁠10</a> )2. The Good Shepherd  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/34.htm#11">34:11⁠–⁠24</a> )3. The Covenant of Peace  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/34.htm#25">34:25⁠–⁠31</a> )ii. A Prophecy against Mount Seir  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/35.htm#1">35:1⁠–⁠15</a> )iii. A Prophecy to the Mountains of Israel  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/36.htm#1">36:1⁠–⁠15</a> )iv. A New Heart and a New Spirit  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/36.htm#16">36:16⁠–⁠38</a> )v. The Valley of Dry Bones Restored  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/37.htm#1">37:1⁠–⁠14</a> )vi. One Nation with One King  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/37.htm#15">37:15⁠–⁠28</a> )d. Removal of Israel’s Enemies  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/38.htm#1">38:1⁠–⁠39:29</a> )i. A Prophecy against Gog  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/38.htm#1">38:1⁠–⁠23</a> )ii. The Slaughter of Gog’s Army  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/39.htm#1">39:1⁠–⁠20</a> )iii. Israel to Be Restored  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/39.htm#21">39:21⁠–⁠29</a> )e. Reinstatement of True Worship  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#1">40:1⁠–⁠46:24</a> )i. Ezekiel Measures the New Temple  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#1">40:1⁠–⁠42:20</a> )1. The Man with a Measuring Rod  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#1">40:1⁠–⁠4</a> )2. The East Gate  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#5">40:5⁠–⁠16</a> )3. The Outer Court  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#17">40:17⁠–⁠19</a> )4. The North Gate  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#20">40:20⁠–⁠23</a> )5. The South Gate  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#24">40:24⁠–⁠27</a> )6. The Gates of the Inner Court  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#28">40:28⁠–⁠37</a> )7. Eight Tables for Sacrifices  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#38">40:38⁠–⁠43</a> )8. Chambers for Ministry  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#44">40:44⁠–⁠46</a> )9. The Inner Court  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/40.htm#47">40:47⁠–⁠49</a> )10. Inside the Temple  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/41.htm#1">41:1⁠–⁠4</a> )11. Outside the Temple  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/41.htm#5">41:5⁠–⁠14</a> )12. The Interior Structures  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/41.htm#15">41:15⁠–⁠26</a> )13. Chambers for the Priests  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/42.htm#1">42:1⁠–⁠14</a> )14. The Outer Measurements  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/42.htm#15">42:15⁠–⁠20</a> )ii. Temple Worship Restored  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/43.htm#1">43:1⁠–⁠46:24</a> )1. The Glory of the LORD Returns to the Temple  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/43.htm#1">43:1⁠–⁠12</a> )2. The Altar of Sacrifice  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/43.htm#13">43:13⁠–⁠27</a> )3. The East Gate Assigned to the Prince  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/44.htm#1">44:1⁠–⁠5</a> )4. The Levitical Priesthood  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/44.htm#6">44:6⁠–⁠31</a> )a. Reproof of the Levites  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/44.htm#6">44:6⁠–⁠14</a> )b. The Duties of the Priests  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/44.htm#15">44:15⁠–⁠31</a> )5. Consecration of the Land  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/45.htm#1">45:1⁠–⁠6</a> )6. The Prince’s Portion  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/45.htm#7">45:7⁠–⁠9</a> )7. Honest Scales  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/45.htm#10">45:10⁠–⁠12</a> )8. Offerings and Feasts  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/45.htm#13">45:13⁠–⁠25</a> )9. The Prince’s Offerings  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/46.htm#1">46:1⁠–⁠18</a> )10. The Courts for Boiling and Baking  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/46.htm#19">46:19⁠–⁠24</a> )iii. The Land of Israel  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/47.htm#1">47:1⁠–⁠48:35</a> )1. Waters from under the Temple  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/47.htm#1">47:1⁠–⁠12</a> )2. The Borders of the Land  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/47.htm#13">47:13⁠–⁠23</a> )3. Distribution of the Land  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/48.htm#1">48:1⁠–⁠35</a> )a. The Portions for the Tribes  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/48.htm#1">48:1⁠–⁠7</a> )b. The Portions for the Priests and Levites  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/48.htm#8">48:8⁠–⁠20</a> )c. The Portion for the Prince  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/48.htm#21">48:21⁠–⁠22</a> )d. The Portions for the Remaining Tribes  ( <a href="/bsb/ezekiel/48.htm#23">48:23⁠–⁠29</a> )e. 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