Ezekiel commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. While there are other excellent commentaries on ezekiel, the commentators on the commentaries are unanimous in their praise and most rate this one as the most important work on the book, and a musthave for anyone who wishes to preach through it. To possess the prophets mind with very great, and high, and honourable thoughts of that god by whom he was commissioned and for whom he was employed. The book of ezekiel he will be strengthened of god. Ezekiel overview james burton coffman commentaries on. Resources matthew henrys commentary ezekiel chapter 1. His book contains some of the most difficult and disputed. A commentary on the book of ezekiel southside christian. Ezekiel chapters 1 to 24 free bible commentary in easy. Ezekiel 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The personality of the holy spirit finds frequent expression in this book.
Chapters 2548 new international commentary on the old testament, 1997, 1998. Now it came to pass in the thirtieth year, in the fourth month, on the fifth day of the month, as i was among the captives by the river chebar, that the heavens were opened and i saw visions of god. Of great value both to theologian and pastor, it follows the nt in. Read home and church bible study commentaries from the book of ezekiel by larry d. We have just added many new sources, including the expositors bible commentary, bengels gnomon, langes commentary, hastings great texts and. The new international commentary on the old testament series.
Block, new international commentary on the old testament nicot. Ezekiel tyndale old testament commentaries book 22 kindle edition by taylor, john b download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The book of ezekiel, chapters 2548 new international commentary on the old testament by daniel i. A free bible version and commentary on the old testament book of ezekiel in easy english. There are now quite a few excellent commentaries on the book of ezekiel. Paradise the message of ezekiel capitol hill baptist church. Ezekiel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Classic commentaries and studies on ezekiel 15 vols. Over the past couple of years i have focused on building a collection of commentaries that will include only the best volumes on each book of the. Ezekiel s name means god strengthens, or god will str.
Home and church bible study commentaries from the book of ezekiel. Then i saw, and, lo, a hand outstretched towards me. Though many of his prophecies are dark with the anger and judgment of the lord, others are. 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. These doubts were strong enough, in those early days, to raise the question of whether ezekiel should be one of the biblical books. Note the land was covered, an indication that the true faith was almost extinguished. Of great value both to theologian and pastor, it follows the nt in identifying christ and the new covenant as the true sphere of fulfillment of ezekiels mysterious visions and prophecies. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading ezekiel tyndale old testament commentaries book 22. Ezekiel coffmans commentary of the new testament on. Jeromes commentary on isaiah acw 68 with the first translation into a modern language of. After ezekiel s announcement of jerusalems destruction the book. Study ezekiel using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture. This commentary adheres to a literal interpretation of the scriptures, a belief that god is not yet finished with the nation of israel, a belief in a literal return of christ to literally reign and rule on the earth for years.
The book of ezekiel introduction to the book of ezekiel in the bible. The major divisions within the book of ezekiel reveal the purpose of this ministry. A series of studies in the old testament book of ezekiel. Top 5 commentaries on the book of ezekiel ligonier ministries. Read ezekiel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. 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. To most modern readers the book of ezekiel is a mystery. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and. The common circumstances of the prophecy now to be delivered, the time when it was delivered, the place where, and the person by whom, ezek.
Ezekiels name was answered when god said and no doubt did as he said, i have made thy face strong against their faces. Ezekiel, book ofcommentaries, commentaries old testament. After the death of king solomon, the israelite nation became divided. Ezekiel chapters 1 to 24 free bible commentary in easy english. The book of ezekiel has the most logical arrangement of any of the prophetic books. Book of ezekiel matthew henrys bible commentary concise.
Ezekiel ministered to a nation experiencing judgment for their sins, and may have some lessons for us today. Early in his writing ezekiel tells us that he was a member of a priestly family and that he was one of the early exiles to the land of babylon, taken there during the deportation of king. Ezekiel went into exile at the same time as king jehoiachin in the year 597 bc. We have just added many new sources, including the expositors bible commentary, bengels gnomon, langes commentary, hastings great texts and many more. The book of ezekiel is a book in the christian old testament that derives its name from, and records the visions of, the priest and prophet ezekiel. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in ezekiel s prophecy. Top 5 commentaries on the book of daniel ligonier ministries.
Should the reason for it be that the book does not speak in such detailed manner of the glory of the lord jesus, the messiah. It contains three sections, each of which addresses a different subject matter. The prophet ezekiel, exiled in babylon, experienced a series of seven visions during the period that spans the final destruction of jerusalem. The book of ezekiel, chapters 124 new international.
Duguids commentary runs a very close second to block in. While there are other excellent commentaries on ezekiel, the commentators on the commentaries are unanimous. Hengstenberg, this collection offers over 4,000 pages of interpretation, observations, translations, contextual history, and application on this critical piece of prophetic prose. Verses 414 the visions of god which ezekiel here saw were very glorious, and had more particulars than those which other prophets saw. The christological purpose of ezekiel the book of ezekiel anticipates and points to jesus christ throughout. Ironside 18761951 was an internationally acclaimed bible teacher and preacher, as well as the author of more than sixty books. You can find the best commentary on ezekiel for you using the tools on the right side. The best modern commentary on ezekiel written from a reformed perspective. He afterwards foretells the ruin of egypt, ezekiel 32.
Ezekiel overview, 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. Ezekiel tyndale old testament commentaries book 22 kindle. Ezekiel tyndale old testament commentaries book 22. Scheck offers a worthy sequel to his magisterial st. Few can handle ezekiels relentless denunciations, his unconventional antics, his repetitive style, and his bewildering array of topics. An extensive introduction helps to orient readers of ezekiels prophecies to the times, methods, and message of the prophet and to the special literary features of the book. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical. Ezekiel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. Ezekiel cliffsnotes study guides book summaries, test. The name ezekiel is found only once more in the book, the only instance in which yahweh refers to him by his name. Jesus is the fulfiller of the promises laid out in the book. Then i looked, and behold, a whirlwind was coming out of the.
In the first half of the book of ezekiel ezekiel 3 judah is accused of breaking all of gods commandments, and they are warned by god that they will be destroyed if they persist in their sins. Doughty southside christian church december 2014 introduction. Ezekiel sees the glory of god in babylon not in jerusalem and the temple but in a pagan land, 900 miles away from jerusalem. Ezekiel 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Best ezekiel commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. David guzik commentary on ezekiel 1 describes the vision ezekiel had of god and his throne while being one of. The following are five of the most helpful commentaries on this prophetic book. Gog in whom satan dwelt is said to enter the land, which in the language of ezekiel, meant gods people. A commentary on the book of ezekiel southside christian church. A commentary on the book of ezekiel by pastor galen l. Dec 20, 2008 his book contains some of the most difficult and disputed prophecies in the old testament.
Otherwise, yahweh refers to him as son of man 93 times, a stereotyped formula which in hebrew ben adam is used to refer to a male representative of the human race rather than to a specific male. Click the commentary tab or pulldown menu for a full selection of commentaries over any bible passage you are researching. Thomas p scheck in this massive volume, patristics scholar thomas p. The prophet ezekiel, exiled in babylon, experienced a. This list is for your convenience but i strongly encourage you to read these as good bereans acts 17. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in ezekiels prophecy.
He was carried captive by nebuchadnezzar into babylon, with jeconiah king of judah, and three thousand other captives of the principal. 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. Summary of the book of ezekiel the story of the bible. Ezekiel the man asbury bible commentary bible gateway. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the book of ezekiel. Commentaries on ezekiel the book of ezekiel has always been a problem book. Home and church bible study commentaries from the book of. Block, new international commentary on the old testament nicot, eerdmans, 19971998, 1,757 pp. Ezekiel along with daniel, ezekiel was the great prophetic encourager of gods exiled people in babylon.
Commentaries on ezekiel hub s library of commentaries. Study the bible online using commentary on ezekiel and more. Best commentaries and books on ezekiel logos bible software. Like jeremiah, ezekiel ministered in the years immediately preceding and immediately following the fall of jerusalem in 586 b.
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