Ezekiel 3:1 Meaning and Explanation
“Moreover he said unto me, Son of man, eat that thou findest; eat this roll, and go speak unto the house of Israel.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Ezekiel 3:1
The angel instructs Ezekiel to prepare for his prophetic mission.
What Does Ezekiel 3:1 Mean?
The angel directs Ezekiel to consume a written scroll and afterward deliver his message to the house of Israel. This follows Ezekiel's earlier vision of God's throne-chariot and prepares him for his prophetic task.
Eating the scroll represents internalizing God's word so thoroughly that it becomes part of Ezekiel himself. He will not speak his own thoughts but God's words, absorbed and integrated into his being.
Ezekiel 3:1 in the Original Language
megillah (מְגִלָּה), 'scroll' — a rolled document inscribed with words; the physical vessel of divine speech.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 3:1
What does Ezekiel 3:1 mean?
Ezekiel is commanded to eat a scroll and then speak to Israel.
What is the context of Ezekiel 3:1?
The angel instructs Ezekiel to prepare for his prophetic mission.