Ezekiel 24:27 Meaning and Explanation
“In that day shall thy mouth be opened to him which is escaped, and thou shalt speak, and be no more dumb: and thou shalt be a sign unto them; and they shall know that I am the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →When news arrives, Ezekiel's mouth will be opened to speak; his previous silence becomes a sign, and the people will know God is LORD.
The Context of Ezekiel 24:27
Ezekiel's speech begins when the prophecy is fulfilled; he becomes the sign of God's reality
What Does Ezekiel 24:27 Mean?
Thy mouth be opened and thou shalt speak suggests Ezekiel has been in some form of silence or restraint up to this point (compare Ezekiel 3:26-27). The news from the escaped survivor will trigger his speech. He will no longer be dumb—unable or forbidden to speak. The opening of his mouth signifies that a crucial moment has come: the prophecy is now being fulfilled.
Thou shalt be a sign unto them emphasizes again that Ezekiel's actions throughout this chapter—the parable, the refusal to mourn, his silence, and now his speech—are all part of a visible sign to the people. And they shall know that I am the LORD: this final clause returns to the ultimate purpose. The fulfillment of the prophecy in Ezekiel's own experience and the nation's experience will leave no doubt about God's reality, power, and sovereignty.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 24:27
What does Ezekiel 24:27 mean?
When news arrives, Ezekiel's mouth will be opened to speak; his previous silence becomes a sign, and the people will know God is LORD.
What is the context of Ezekiel 24:27?
Ezekiel's speech begins when the prophecy is fulfilled; he becomes the sign of God's reality