This, of course, helps support the authenticity of daniels book as a product of the sixth century b. The translation of the text is that of the author, at least up to ch 40. Turner, pastor of southpointe bible fellowship in fayetteville, georgia this is the december 5 reading. In this classic commentary, he puts his principles of interpretation to work, and the result is a commentary that should still be consulted today. You can find the best commentary on ezekiel for you using the tools on the right side. According to dates given in the text, ezekiel received his prophetic call in the fifth year of the first deportation to babylonia 592 bc and was active until about 570. For the tedious blueprint chs 4048 the american standard version of 1901 has been followed with only minor adaptation.
Im not sure which first remember satan is the prince of air. Ezekiel 2728 commentary on ezekiel calvary tucson church. The height of the one cherub was ten cubits, and so was the other cherub. Listen to pastor robert furrow as he continues his commentary on ezekiel picking up today in chapter 27, verse 1. Verse by verse comments follow the translation of the individual units of the text.
Ezekiel 28 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Ezekiel 22, new king james version nkjv the bible app. It seems to refer to a human king, but is described in supernatural terms cf. The book of ezekiel kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 26 duration. Verses 15 the word of jehovah came again unto me, saying, son of man, there were two women, the daughters of one mother. Ezekiel calls helelsatan the anointed cherub who covers, which means he was one of the chief angels whose wings covered gods throne in heaven. They are being restored, but many people who study ezekiel 37 fail to read ezekiel 36. Study hints for discussion and thinking further will help with class preparation and in conducting class. Reading cycle three see guide to good bible readingfollowing the original authors intent at paragraph level. Verses 8 and in the morning came the word of jehovah unto me, saying, son of man, hath not the house of israel, the rebellious house, said unto thee, what doest thou. Ezekiel 28 commentary chuck smith bible commentary. In contrast to various other prophets ezekiel has not been criticised as much. Though many of his prophecies are dark with the anger and judgment of the lord, others are filled with hope. From that point on throw the old books out unless they agree with what isaiah is saying, because israel is there.
This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the book of ezekiel. He is married to the former peggy rutta and they have three children and six grandchildren. This is a chronologicallyordered bible site with commentary on each passage. Ezekiel 28 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available. These visions seem to have been sent to possess the prophets mind with. You, the bible, and the holy spirit are priority in interpretation. The largest and most trusted library of over 1,898,000 free sermons from conservative christian churches and ministries worldwide. Commentary on the book of ezekiel 28 of 34 pharaohs army would profit nothing by john calvin free swrb mp3. Along with daniel, ezekiel was the great prophetic encourager of gods exiled people in babylon. Commentaries, history books, and more are linked to this page.
The book of ezekiel, also called the prophecy of ezechiel, one of the major prophetical books of the old testament. A commentary on the book of the prophet ezekiel, chapters 2548. The commentary follows the chapter divisions of the book. Study ezekiel 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better. A commentary on the book of the prophet ezekiel, chapters 2548 walther zimmerli on. His book contains some of the most difficult and disputed prophecies in the old testament. A commentary on the book of ezekiel by pastor galen l. Some propose that the king of tyre was actually possessed by satan, making the link between the two even more powerful and applicable. Ezekiel chapters 1 to 24 free bible commentary in easy english. Thus shall all that vex israel round about come to an end and cease.
At that time daniel, the prophet, whom ezekiel probably knew, had already been a prisoner for around 12 years in the palace of the king of babylon compare ezekiel 14. The book of ezekiel is the third of the latter prophets in the tanakh and one of the major prophetic books in the old testament, following isaiah and jeremiah. This summary of the book of ezekiel provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of ezekiel. It ranks second in actual word count among the prophetic books 39,407 words as compared to jeremiahs 42,659, and stands third in size in the entire bible behind psalms and jeremiah. Ezekiels in babylon, having been exiled there after the first siege of judah by the babylonians.
A free bible version and commentary on the old testament book of ezekiel in easy english. Study the bible online using commentary on ezekiel 28 and more. According to the book itself, it records six visions of the prophet ezekiel, exiled in babylon, during the 22 years from 593 to 571 bc, although it is the product of a long and complex history and does not necessarily preserve the very. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in ezekiels prophecy. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the lord. Dec 20, 2008 in this classic commentary, he puts his principles of interpretation to work, and the result is a commentary that should still be consulted today. Ezekiel lived during a time of international upheaval.
He had astounding skills and talents, especially musical talents, which were probably used in praising god. Because thine heart is lifted up, and thou hast said, i am a god, i sit in the seat. The book of ezekiel contains some of the most incredible prophecies in the bible, including detailed description of a nuclear war and the cleanup afterward. Therefore, most bible interpreters believe that ezekiel 28. A commentary on the book of ezekiel southside christian. This is a study guide commentary which means that you are responsible for your own interpretation of the bible. John calvins commentary on ezekiel, first time ever as a free audio book 34 free mp3s commentary on the book of ezekiel 1 of 34 translators preface, an heirloom to posterity free swrb mp3 john calvin was by far the greatest of the reformers with respect to the talents he possessed, the influence he exerted, and the services he rendered. In his inaccessible and impregnable island fortress, the prince of tyre mocked at any threat to his security. Ezekiel 28 kjv the word of the lord came again unto. As far as the cover art on this reprint is concerned, i have no comment. He is specifically shown to be a created being, possibly the most beautiful, wise, and perfect of gods creations.
Doughty southside christian church december 2014 introduction. In this chapter the mercy of god to jerusalem, or the jewish church and nation, is set forth by the emblem of a person that should take up an exposed infant, bring her up with great tenderness, and afterwards. Because thine heart is lifted up, and thou hast said, i am a god, i sit in the seat of god, in the midst of the seas. Is the king of tyre prophecy in ezekiel 28 referring to satan. Read ezekiel 28 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The word of the lord came again unto me, saying, son of man, say unto the prince of tyre, thus saith the lord god. Ezekiel 28 kjv the word of the lord came again unto bible. Ezekiel 28 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.
He seems to have been a vain man, who affected divine honours. The following are five of the most helpful commentaries on this prophetic book. Ezekiel 28 is the twentyeighth chapter of the book of ezekiel in the hebrew bible or the old testament of the christian bible. The book of ezekiel he will be strengthened of god. The voice of god came in the fulness of light and power, by the holy spirit. Ezekiel 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise christianity.
And when i saw it, i fell upon my face, and i heard a voice of one that spake. Ezekiel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Ezekiel 28 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Ezekiel 28 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. It is possible that isaiah 14 refers to a military power that has gone beyond the bounds of pride and ezekiel 28 refers to a commercial power that has gone beyond the bounds of pride cf. This book is basically about the destruction and exile of judah and the promise of its eventual restoration by god. According to dates given in the text, ezekiel received his prophetic call in the fifth year of the first deportation to babylonia 592 bc and was active until about 570 bc.
Is the king of tyre prophecy in ezekiel 28 referring to. Study ezekiel 28 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Nor can any wisdom, except that which the lord gives, lead to happiness in this world or in that which is to come. Study guide for ezekiel 28 by david guzik blue letter bible. His massive commentary deals with every individual text in detail, but also steps back to discuss the theological implications of each major passage. John calvins commentary on ezekiel, first time ever as a. After very carefully examining this issue over a period of time, i can only conclude that this prince is not the messiah. Jan 02, 2020 therefore, most bible interpreters believe that ezekiel 28. There are a number of other helpful commentaries on the book of ezekiel. Ezekiel chapters 1 to 24 free bible commentary in easy. Ezekiel chapter 1 kjv king james version it speaks about demonic alien creatures. The first part of this chapter relates to a king of tyre, probably the same who is called in the phoencian annals ithobalus.
He placed the cherubim in the midst of the inner house, and the wings of the cherubim were spread out, so that the wing of the one was touching the one wall, and the wing of the other cherub was touching the other wall. He has earned degrees from east texas baptist college, southwestern baptist theological seminary, and trinity evangelical divinity school and has done postgraduat. Study hints for discussion and thinking further will. Study the bible online using commentary on ezekiel 28 and. Questions for discussion and thinking further follow the versebyverse international bible lesson commentary. You will see in these last four chapters obvious reasons why this. The lord shall send great judgments on zidon, by which means he shall get his greatness and holiness recognised, and they shall know that he is god. Of course, some book has been written lately against rock music and saying its. Like jeremiah, ezekiel ministered in the years immediately preceding and immediately following the fall of jerusalem in 586 b. John calvins commentary on ezekiel, first time ever as a free audio book 34 free mp3s. Ezekiel 28 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. The being we know as satan the devil began his life as a glorious cherub covering gods throne. Ezekiel started his prophetic ministry in the 5th year of the captivity chap. Ezekiel 28 commentary matthew henry commentary on the.