Ezekiel 3:12 Meaning and Explanation
“Then the spirit took me up, and I heard behind me a voice of a great rushing, saying, Blessed be the glory of the LORD from his place.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Ezekiel 3:12
The Spirit lifts Ezekiel and he hears a blessing of God's glory.
What Does Ezekiel 3:12 Mean?
Ezekiel is transported supernaturally by the Spirit. Behind him he hears a rushing sound—vast, overwhelming, indicative of divine presence—and a voice that blesses God's glory and acknowledges His place of sovereignty.
'From his place' may refer to God's throne or His dwelling. The blessing affirms that God's glory, even though His people are in exile and under judgment, remains intact and worthy of praise.
Ezekiel 3:12 in the Original Language
ruach (רוּחַ), 'spirit' — the divine breath or wind that moves, carries, and empowers; here the agent of Ezekiel's transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 3:12
What does Ezekiel 3:12 mean?
The Spirit lifts Ezekiel, and he hears a voice blessing the glory of the Lord.
What is the context of Ezekiel 3:12?
The Spirit lifts Ezekiel and he hears a blessing of God's glory.