Ezekiel 40:2 Meaning and Explanation
“In the visions of God brought he me into the land of Israel, and set me upon a very high mountain, by which was as the frame of a city on the south.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God places Ezekiel on a high mountain overlooking a city-like structure in Israel.
The Context of Ezekiel 40:2
God uses visions to show Ezekiel the future temple layout from a commanding perspective.
What Does Ezekiel 40:2 Mean?
Though physically in Babylon, Ezekiel is transported 'in the visions of God' to a high vantage point in the land of Israel. From this elevated position, he can see a structured complex resembling a city or walled sanctuary.
The positioning is deliberate: standing high allows full view of what is about to be measured and described. What appears as 'the frame of a city' is the beginning of the temple vision's focal point.
Ezekiel 40:2 in the Original Language
mar'eh (מַרְאֶה), 'visions' — divine revelations that can transport the prophet beyond physical location to perceive spiritual realities.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 40:2
What does Ezekiel 40:2 mean?
God places Ezekiel on a high mountain overlooking a city-like structure in Israel.
What is the context of Ezekiel 40:2?
God uses visions to show Ezekiel the future temple layout from a commanding perspective.