Ezekiel 36:1
Ezekiel 36:1 in Multiple Translations
“And you, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel and say: O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the LORD.
Also, thou son of man, prophesy unto the mountains of Israel, and say, Ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of the LORD:
And thou, son of man, prophesy unto the mountains of Israel, and say, Ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of Jehovah.
And you, son of man, be a prophet about the mountains of Israel, and say, You mountains of Israel, give ear to the word of the Lord:
“And you, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel and say: Mountains of Israel, listen to this message from the Lord.
Also thou sonne of man, prophesie vnto the mountaines of Israel, and say, Ye mountaines of Israel, heare the word of the Lord.
And thou, son of man, prophesy unto mountains of Israel, and thou hast said, O mountains of Israel, hear a word of Jehovah.
You, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel, and say, “You mountains of Israel, hear the LORD’s word.
Also thou son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel, and say, Ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of the LORD:
And thou son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel, and say: Ye mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord:
You human, prophesy about the mountains in Israel. Say to them, “You mountains in Israel, listen to what Yahweh says.
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 36:1
- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 36:1 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 36:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 36:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 36:1
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 36:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 36:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 36:1
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 36:1
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 36:1
- Sermons on Ezekiel 36:1
Context — A Prophecy to the Mountains of Israel
1“And you, son of man, prophesy to the mountains of Israel and say: O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the LORD.
2This is what the Lord GOD says: Because the enemy has said of you, ‘Aha! The ancient heights have become our possession,’ 3therefore prophesy and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Because they have made you desolate and have trampled you on every side, so that you became a possession of the rest of the nations and were taken up in slander by the lips of their talkers,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 37:4 | And He said to me, “Prophesy concerning these bones and tell them, ‘Dry bones, hear the word of the LORD! |
| 2 | Ezekiel 34:14 | I will feed them in good pasture, and the lofty mountains of Israel will be their grazing land. There they will lie down in a good grazing land; they will feed in rich pasture on the mountains of Israel. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 37:22 | I will make them one nation in the land, on the mountains of Israel, and one king will rule over all of them. Then they will no longer be two nations and will never again be divided into two kingdoms. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 6:2–3 | “Son of man, set your face against the mountains of Israel and prophesy against them. You are to say: ‘O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord GOD! This is what the Lord GOD says to the mountains and hills, to the ravines and valleys: I am about to bring a sword against you, and I will destroy your high places. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 33:28 | I will make the land a desolate waste, and the pride of her strength will come to an end. The mountains of Israel will become desolate, so that no one will pass through. |
| 6 | Ezekiel 36:4 | therefore, O mountains of Israel, hear the word of the Lord GOD. This is what the Lord GOD says to the mountains and hills, to the ravines and valleys, to the desolate ruins and abandoned cities, which have become a spoil and a mockery to the rest of the nations around you. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 36:8 | But you, O mountains of Israel, will produce branches and bear fruit for My people Israel, for they will soon come home. |
| 8 | Ezekiel 20:47 | Say to the forest of the Negev: Hear the word of the LORD! This is what the Lord GOD says: I am about to ignite in you a fire, and it will devour all your trees, both green and dry. The blazing flame will not be quenched, and by it every face from south to north will be scorched. |
| 9 | Jeremiah 22:29 | O land, land, land, hear the word of the LORD! |
Ezekiel 36:1 Summary
[This verse is about God speaking to the nation of Israel through the prophet Ezekiel, calling them to attention and obedience. He wants them to hear His word and remember their covenant relationship with Him, just as He spoke to the people in Deuteronomy 4:1. God is concerned with the spiritual well-being of His people and the land they inhabit, and He desires to guide them and restore them, as seen in Ezekiel 36:8-14. By hearing God's word, we can learn to trust and obey Him, just as the people of Israel were called to do.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Ezekiel addressing the mountains of Israel in this verse?
Ezekiel is addressing the mountains of Israel because they represent the entirety of the land, and God wants to speak to the nation as a whole, just as He spoke to the people through the prophets in Isaiah 1:2 and Micah 6:1-2.
What is the significance of the phrase 'hear the word of the LORD' in this context?
The phrase 'hear the word of the LORD' is a call to attention and obedience, reminding the people of Israel of their covenant relationship with God, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:1 and Isaiah 1:10.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Ezekiel's prophecy?
This verse sets the stage for Ezekiel's message of restoration and redemption for the nation of Israel, which is a central theme throughout the book of Ezekiel, as seen in Ezekiel 36:8-14 and Ezekiel 37:21-28.
What can we learn from God's command to Ezekiel to prophesy to the mountains of Israel?
We can learn that God is concerned with the spiritual well-being of His people and the land they inhabit, and that He desires to speak to them and guide them, as seen in Leviticus 25:23 and Psalm 85:9.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I can 'hear the word of the LORD' in my own life, and how can I be more attentive to His voice?
- How can I apply the principle of covenant relationship with God to my own life, and what does it mean to be in a covenant with Him?
- In what ways can I be a part of God's plan to restore and redeem His people, and what role can I play in sharing His message with others?
- What are some 'mountains' in my own life that need to hear the word of the Lord, and how can I allow God to speak to me in those areas?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 36:1
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 36:1
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 36:1
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 36:1
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 36:1
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 36:1
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 36:1
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 36:1
Sermons on Ezekiel 36:1
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(John - Part 21): The Impotent Man at the Pool of Bethesda by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of faith in taking a leap and daring to believe in Christ. He tells the story of a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years an |
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Five Spiritual Vows by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years. Despite his long-standing discouragement, the man had to make a decision to obey and |
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Ezekiel 37 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a conversation he had with a former Marxist who showed him kindness and patience. The speaker was intrigued by the person's constant mention |
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Raising the Dead by Carter Conlon | This sermon emphasizes the importance of believers being commanded by God to speak His words into the lives of others, to intercede in prayer, and to believe for the miraculous tra |
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K-535 the Consummation of Israel and the Church by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker describes a worship service where everyone appeared to be joyful and confident. However, the speaker saw through the facade and noticed that people were |
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The This of Rev. by James A. Stewart | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of prayer and the need for believers to have honest dealings with God. He emphasizes that while we may appreciate and respect o |
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The Word and Prayer; Preaching and Prayer; Wholeheartedness by Andrew Murray | Andrew Murray emphasizes the vital connection between the Word of God and prayer, asserting that a balanced life of both leads to spiritual health and power. He illustrates how Jes |





