Author
Ezekiel
Priest and Prophet
Written
c. 593–571 BC
Chapters
48
Audience
Jewish exiles in Babylon
Ezekiel's call and commissioning through a dramatic vision of God's glory and the divine throne-chariot.
Chapter 1 → Chapter 3Read in Bible
Symbolic acts and visions depicting the impending siege of Jerusalem and the departure of God's glory from the temple.
Chapter 4 → Chapter 11Read in Bible
Prophecies and parables of judgment against Israel's persistent rebellion, false prophets, and covenant unfaithfulness.
Chapter 12 → Chapter 24Read in Bible
Oracles of judgment against surrounding nations including Ammon, Moab, Edom, Philistia, Tyre, Sidon, and Egypt.
Chapter 25 → Chapter 32Read in Bible
A transition to hope as Ezekiel is reaffirmed as watchman and God promises to restore Israel with a new heart and new spirit.
Chapter 33 → Chapter 36Read in Bible
The vision of the valley of dry bones and the reunion of Israel and Judah, symbolising national resurrection and restoration.
Chapter 37Read in Bible
Prophecies against Gog and Magog depicting a future cosmic battle in which God decisively defeats Israel's enemies.
Chapter 38 → Chapter 39Read in Bible
A detailed vision of the restored temple, renewed worship, return of God's glory, and the redistribution of the land among the tribes of Israel.
Chapter 40 → Chapter 48Read in Bible
"I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh."
Ezekiel 36:26"He asked me, 'Son of man, can these bones live?' I said, 'Sovereign Lord, you alone know.'"
Ezekiel 37:3"For everyone belongs to me, the parent as well as the child—both alike belong to me. The one who sins is the one who will die."
Ezekiel 18:4"Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the people of Israel; so hear the word I speak and give them warning from me."
Ezekiel 3:17Ezekiel records the visions and prophecies of the priest-prophet Ezekiel during the Babylonian exile, announcing God's judgment on Jerusalem and surrounding nations for their idolatry and unfaithfulness. The book then pivots to sweeping promises of national restoration, spiritual renewal, and a future temple, affirming that God's ultimate purpose is to dwell among his people. Its theological significance lies in its profound portrayal of divine glory, human accountability, and God's unwavering commitment to redeem and restore Israel.