Ezekiel 17:1 Meaning and Explanation
“And the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,”
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Read Full Chapter →God commands Ezekiel to deliver a message through a riddle and parable.
The Context of Ezekiel 17:1
Introduction to a major prophetic teaching about covenant and kingship.
What Does Ezekiel 17:1 Mean?
Prophets in Israel typically received God's word and transmitted it directly to the people. Ezekiel's role as a prophet involved receiving divine instruction and then communicating it in forms the audience would remember and discuss.
This opening establishes the prophetic pattern: God speaks, the prophet listens, and the prophet becomes the vehicle for God's message to Israel. The specific form of a riddle and parable indicates Ezekiel will teach through metaphor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 17:1
What does Ezekiel 17:1 mean?
God commands Ezekiel to deliver a message through a riddle and parable.
What is the context of Ezekiel 17:1?
Introduction to a major prophetic teaching about covenant and kingship.