Ezekiel 23:1
Ezekiel 23:1 in Multiple Translations
Again the word of the LORD came to me, saying,
The word of the LORD came again unto me, saying,
The word of Jehovah came again unto me, saying,
The word of the Lord came to me again, saying,
A message from the Lord came to me, saying,
The worde of the Lord came againe vnto me, saying,
And there is a word of Jehovah unto me, saying, 'Son of man,
The LORD’s word came again to me, saying,
The word of the LORD came again to me, saying,
And the word of the Lord came to me, saying:
Yahweh said to me,
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 23:1
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Ezekiel 23:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֥י
דְבַר
יְהוָ֖ה
אֵלַ֥/י
לֵ/אמֹֽר
וַ/יְהִ֥י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֵלַ֥/י
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 23:1
וַ/יְהִ֥י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-ms
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֵלַ֥/י
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 23:1
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Context — The Two Adulterous Sisters
Ezekiel 23:1 Summary
This verse is saying that God is speaking to the prophet Ezekiel again, giving him another important message to share with the people. It's like when God speaks to us through the Bible, and we need to listen and obey, just like we're told to in Deuteronomy 6:4-5 and Luke 11:28. When God speaks, it's always important, and we should pay attention, just as Ezekiel did, and as we're encouraged to do in Psalm 119:105 and John 14:23-24. By listening to God's voice, we can learn more about His love and plan for our lives, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean when the Bible says 'the word of the LORD came to me'?
This phrase indicates that God is speaking directly to the prophet Ezekiel, giving him a message to share with others, similar to how God spoke to other prophets like Isaiah in Isaiah 1:1 and Jeremiah in Jeremiah 1:4.
Why does this verse seem so abrupt, without any introduction or context?
This verse is a continuation of Ezekiel's prophetic ministry, and the lack of introduction emphasizes the importance and authority of the message God is about to give, as seen in other prophetic calls like Ezekiel 1:3 and Jeremiah 1:4.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the book of Ezekiel?
This verse is part of a larger section of Ezekiel's prophecies against Israel and Judah, and it sets the stage for the specific message God is about to give in Ezekiel 23:2-3, which is a judgment against the two sisters, representing the kingdoms of Israel and Judah, as also seen in Ezekiel 16:1-63.
What can we learn from Ezekiel's experience of receiving the word of the LORD?
We can learn that God still speaks to His people today, and we can hear His voice through the Bible and the Holy Spirit, as promised in Romans 10:17 and John 10:27.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to truly hear the word of the LORD, and how can I cultivate a listening heart?
- How does this verse remind me of the importance of obeying God's voice, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Matthew 7:24-27?
- What are some ways I can be more attentive to the Holy Spirit's prompting in my life, as seen in Galatians 5:16-25 and Ephesians 6:18?
- How can I apply the principle of listening to God's voice to my everyday decisions and challenges, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and James 1:5-8?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 23:1
The word of the Lord came unto me,.... The word of prophecy, as the Targum; another prophecy, one upon the same subject, as in Ezekiel 16:1, saying; as follows:
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 23:1
The word of the LORD came again unto me, saying, The imagery is similar to that in Ezekiel 16:1-63; but here the reference is not, as there, so much to the breach of the spiritual marriage covenant
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:1
Ezekiel 23:1 The word of the LORD came again unto me, saying,Ver. 1. The word of the Lord.] See Ezekiel 18:1.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 23:1
CHAPTER XXIII The idolatries of Samaria and Jerusalem are represented in this chapter by the bad practices of two common harlots, for which God denounces severe judgments against them, 1-49. See the sixteenth chapter, where the same metaphor is enlarged upon as here, it being the prophets view to exude the utmost detestation of the crime against which he inveighs. NOTES ON CHAP. XXIII
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 23:1
The seventh word of judgment. The allegory of Aholah and Aholibah.