Ezekiel 38:1

Ezekiel 38:1 Meaning and Explanation

And the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,

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The LORD begins to speak a new message to Ezekiel.

The Context of Ezekiel 38:1

The LORD initiates a prophecy about a great invasion of Israel.

What Does Ezekiel 38:1 Mean?

Ezekiel frequently heard direct communication from God, which he introduces with this standard phrase. It marks the beginning of a significant prophetic revelation about future events affecting Israel and the nations.

This opening establishes the authority and source of what follows: the word is not Ezekiel's own interpretation or political analysis, but a message from the LORD himself.

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What does Ezekiel 38:1 mean?

The LORD begins to speak a new message to Ezekiel.

What is the context of Ezekiel 38:1?

The LORD initiates a prophecy about a great invasion of Israel.

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