Ezekiel 3:9 Meaning and Explanation
“As an adamant harder than flint have I made thy forehead: fear them not, neither be dismayed at their looks, though they be a rebellious house.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God makes Ezekiel's resolve harder than adamant or flint—immovable in the face of rebellion.
The Context of Ezekiel 3:9
Ezekiel is given supernatural firmness to face Israel's rebellion.
What Does Ezekiel 3:9 Mean?
Adamant and flint represent the hardest substances known in the ancient world, unable to be scratched or broken. God gives Ezekiel a forehead of this quality: his prophetic resolve cannot be crushed by the people's resistance or anger.
'Fear them not, neither be dismayed' is not encouragement to suppress fear but empowerment to overcome it. The rebellious character of Israel is not a secret—it is acknowledged openly. Yet Ezekiel is equipped to speak anyway.
Ezekiel 3:9 in the Original Language
shamant (שָׁמִיר), 'adamant' — a substance harder than flint; in ancient texts, possibly diamond or a mythical stone of extraordinary hardness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 3:9
What does Ezekiel 3:9 mean?
God makes Ezekiel's resolve harder than adamant or flint—immovable in the face of rebellion.
What is the context of Ezekiel 3:9?
Ezekiel is given supernatural firmness to face Israel's rebellion.