Ezekiel 3:14 Meaning and Explanation
“So the spirit lifted me up, and took me away, and I went in bitterness, in the heat of my spirit; but the hand of the LORD was strong upon me.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The Spirit carries Ezekiel away, his emotions in turmoil, yet held by God's powerful hand.
The Context of Ezekiel 3:14
Ezekiel is transported away by God's Spirit while experiencing emotional distress.
What Does Ezekiel 3:14 Mean?
Ezekiel's internal state mirrors the difficulty of his task. He goes 'in bitterness' and 'heat of spirit'—angry, perhaps grief-stricken, certainly conflicted about the burden placed upon him. His emotions are honest and unvarnished.
Yet 'the hand of the LORD was strong upon me' shows that God does not ask Ezekiel to suppress his feelings. Instead, God's grip upon him is stronger and more reliable than his churning emotions. He is held and borne along despite his inner turmoil.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 3:14
What does Ezekiel 3:14 mean?
The Spirit carries Ezekiel away, his emotions in turmoil, yet held by God's powerful hand.
What is the context of Ezekiel 3:14?
Ezekiel is transported away by God's Spirit while experiencing emotional distress.