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Ezekiel 37:7

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Ezekiel 37:7 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

So I prophesied as I had been commanded. And as I prophesied, there was suddenly a noise, a rattling, and the bones came together, bone to bone.

King James Version KJV

So I prophesied as I was commanded: and as I prophesied, there was a noise, and behold a shaking, and the bones came together, bone to his bone.

American Standard Version ASV

So I prophesied as I was commanded: and as I prophesied, there was a noise, and, behold, an earthquake; and the bones came together, bone to its bone.

Bible in Basic English BBE

So I gave the word as I was ordered: and at my words there was a shaking of the earth, and the bones came together, bone to bone.

Free Bible Version FBV

So I prophesied just as I had been ordered. When I started prophesying, suddenly I heard a rattling noise. The bones joined together, bone attached to bone.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

So I prophecied, as I was commanded: and as I prophecied, there was a noyse, and beholde, there was a shaking, and the bones came together, bone to his bone.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And I have prophesied as I have been commanded, and there is a noise, as I am prophesying, and lo, a rushing, and draw near do the bones, bone unto its bone.

World English Bible WEB

So I prophesied as I was commanded. As I prophesied, there was a noise, and behold, there was an earthquake. Then the bones came together, bone to its bone.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

So I prophesied as I was commanded: and as I prophesied, there was a noise, and behold a shaking, and the bones came together, bone to his bone.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And I prophesied as he had commanded me: and as I prophesied there was a noise, and behold a commotion: and the bones came together, each one to its joint.

Translation for Translators T4T

So I spoke to the bones what Yahweh commanded me to speak. As I was speaking, there was a noise, a rattling sound, and the bones came together, bones joining to each other.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 37:7

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Ezekiel 37:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/נִבֵּ֖אתִי כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֣ר צֻוֵּ֑יתִי וַֽ/יְהִי ק֤וֹל כְּ/הִנָּֽבְאִ/י֙ וְ/הִנֵּה רַ֔עַשׁ וַ/תִּקְרְב֣וּ עֲצָמ֔וֹת עֶ֖צֶם אֶל עַצְמֽ/וֹ
וְ/נִבֵּ֖אתִי nâbâʼ H5012 to prophesy Conj | V-Niphal-Perf-1cs
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֣ר ʼăsher H834 which Prep | Rel
צֻוֵּ֑יתִי tsâvâh H6680 to command V-Pual-Perf-1cs
וַֽ/יְהִי hâyâh H1961 to be Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
ק֤וֹל qôwl H6963 voice N-ms
כְּ/הִנָּֽבְאִ/י֙ nâbâʼ H5012 to prophesy Prep | V-Niphal-Inf-a | Suff
וְ/הִנֵּה hinnêh H2009 behold Conj | Part
רַ֔עַשׁ raʻash H7494 quaking N-ms
וַ/תִּקְרְב֣וּ qârab H7126 to present Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fp
עֲצָמ֔וֹת ʻetsem H6106 bone N-fp
עֶ֖צֶם ʻetsem H6106 bone N-fs
אֶל ʼêl H413 to(wards) Prep
עַצְמֽ/וֹ ʻetsem H6106 bone N-fs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 37:7

וְ/נִבֵּ֖אתִי nâbâʼ H5012 "to prophesy" Conj | V-Niphal-Perf-1cs
To prophesy means to speak or sing under the influence of the divine spirit, as seen in the prophets of the Bible. This can include predicting the future or simply speaking God's message to others.
Definition: 1) to prophesy 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to prophesy 1a1a) under influence of divine spirit 1a1b) of false prophets 1b)(Hithpael) 1b1) to prophesy 1b1a) under influence of divine spirit 1b1b) of false prophets Aramaic equivalent: ne.va (נבא "to prophesy" H5013)
Usage: Occurs in 102 OT verses. KJV: prophesy(-ing), make self a prophet. See also: Numbers 11:25; Jeremiah 27:16; Jeremiah 2:8.
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֣ר ʼăsher H834 "which" Prep | Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
צֻוֵּ֑יתִי tsâvâh H6680 "to command" V-Pual-Perf-1cs
To command or give orders, as seen in the Bible when God gives charge to his people. It can also mean to appoint or ordain someone for a task. This word is used in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to command, charge, give orders, lay charge, give charge to, order 1a)(Piel) 1a1) to lay charge upon 1a2) to give charge to, give command to 1a3) to give charge unto 1a4) to give charge over, appoint 1a5) to give charge, command 1a6) to charge, command 1a7) to charge, commission 1a8) to command, appoint, ordain (of divine act) 1b) (Pual) to be commanded
Usage: Occurs in 475 OT verses. KJV: appoint, (for-) bid, (give a) charge, (give a, give in, send with) command(-er, -ment), send a messenger, put, (set) in order. See also: Genesis 2:16; Leviticus 10:13; Deuteronomy 12:11.
וַֽ/יְהִי 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.
ק֤וֹל qôwl H6963 "voice" N-ms
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
כְּ/הִנָּֽבְאִ/י֙ nâbâʼ H5012 "to prophesy" Prep | V-Niphal-Inf-a | Suff
To prophesy means to speak or sing under the influence of the divine spirit, as seen in the prophets of the Bible. This can include predicting the future or simply speaking God's message to others.
Definition: 1) to prophesy 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to prophesy 1a1a) under influence of divine spirit 1a1b) of false prophets 1b)(Hithpael) 1b1) to prophesy 1b1a) under influence of divine spirit 1b1b) of false prophets Aramaic equivalent: ne.va (נבא "to prophesy" H5013)
Usage: Occurs in 102 OT verses. KJV: prophesy(-ing), make self a prophet. See also: Numbers 11:25; Jeremiah 27:16; Jeremiah 2:8.
וְ/הִנֵּה hinnêh H2009 "behold" Conj | Part
This Hebrew word is an expression that means 'behold' or 'look', often used to draw attention to something. It appears in Genesis and Isaiah, and is translated as 'behold' or 'lo' in the KJV.
Definition: behold, lo, see, if
Usage: Occurs in 799 OT verses. KJV: behold, lo, see. See also: Genesis 1:29; Genesis 42:35; Deuteronomy 19:18.
רַ֔עַשׁ raʻash H7494 "quaking" N-ms
This Hebrew word describes a quaking or shaking motion, often used to describe an earthquake or a person trembling with fear. It appears in the books of Isaiah and Ezekiel, describing God's judgment and power.
Definition: 1) quaking, rattling, shaking 1a) earthquake 1b) quaking, trembling (of person) 1c) shaking, quivering (of dart)
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: commotion, confused noise, earthquake, fierceness, quaking, rattling, rushing, shaking. See also: 1 Kings 19:11; Ezekiel 3:12; Isaiah 9:4.
וַ/תִּקְרְב֣וּ qârab H7126 "to present" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fp
To approach or come near someone or something, often with a sense of purpose or intention, like Moses approaching the burning bush in Exodus 3:5. This word can also mean to bring someone or something near, as in presenting an offering to God.
Definition: : come/approach 1) to come near, approach, enter into, draw near 1a) (Qal) to approach, draw near 1b) (Niphal) to be brought near 1c) (Piel) to cause to approach, bring near, cause to draw near 1d) (Hiphil) to bring near, bring, present
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) approach, (cause to) bring (forth, near), (cause to) come (near, nigh), (cause to) draw near (nigh), go (near), be at hand, join, be near, offer, present, produce, make ready, stand, take. See also: Genesis 12:11; Leviticus 22:22; 1 Samuel 10:21.
עֲצָמ֔וֹת ʻetsem H6106 "bone" N-fp
In the original Hebrew, this word refers to a bone or the body, and can also mean the substance or essence of something. It is used in many parts of the Bible, including in the book of Genesis and Psalms, to describe the physical body.
Definition: : bone/limb 1) bone, essence, substance 1a) bone 1a1) body, limbs, members, external body 1b) bone (of animal) 1c) substance, self
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: body, bone, [idiom] life, (self-) same, strength, [idiom] very. See also: Genesis 2:23; Job 33:19; Psalms 6:3.
עֶ֖צֶם ʻetsem H6106 "bone" N-fs
In the original Hebrew, this word refers to a bone or the body, and can also mean the substance or essence of something. It is used in many parts of the Bible, including in the book of Genesis and Psalms, to describe the physical body.
Definition: : bone/limb 1) bone, essence, substance 1a) bone 1a1) body, limbs, members, external body 1b) bone (of animal) 1c) substance, self
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: body, bone, [idiom] life, (self-) same, strength, [idiom] very. See also: Genesis 2:23; Job 33:19; Psalms 6:3.
אֶל ʼêl H413 "to(wards)" Prep
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.
עַצְמֽ/וֹ ʻetsem H6106 "bone" N-fs | Suff
In the original Hebrew, this word refers to a bone or the body, and can also mean the substance or essence of something. It is used in many parts of the Bible, including in the book of Genesis and Psalms, to describe the physical body.
Definition: : bone/limb 1) bone, essence, substance 1a) bone 1a1) body, limbs, members, external body 1b) bone (of animal) 1c) substance, self
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: body, bone, [idiom] life, (self-) same, strength, [idiom] very. See also: Genesis 2:23; Job 33:19; Psalms 6:3.

Study Notes — Ezekiel 37:7

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1 Acts 2:2 Suddenly a sound like a mighty rushing wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting.
2 1 Kings 19:11–13 Then the LORD said, “Go out and stand on the mountain before the LORD. Behold, the LORD is about to pass by.” And a great and mighty wind tore into the mountains and shattered the rocks before the LORD, but the LORD was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the LORD was not in the earthquake. After the earthquake there was a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire. And after the fire came a still, small voice. When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave. Suddenly a voice came to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?”
3 Jeremiah 13:5–7 So I went and hid it at Perath, as the LORD had commanded me. Many days later the LORD said to me, “Arise, go to Perath, and get the loincloth that I commanded you to hide there.” So I went to Perath and dug up the loincloth, and I took it from the place where I had hidden it. But now it was ruined—of no use at all.
4 Acts 2:37 When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and asked Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”
5 Jeremiah 26:8 and as soon as he had finished telling all the people everything the LORD had commanded him to say, the priests and prophets and all the people seized him, shouting, “You must surely die!
6 Acts 4:19 But Peter and John replied, “Judge for yourselves whether it is right in God’s sight to listen to you rather than God.
7 Acts 16:26–29 Suddenly a strong earthquake shook the foundations of the prison. At once all the doors flew open and everyone’s chains came loose. When the jailer woke up and saw the prison doors open, he drew his sword and was about to kill himself, presuming that the prisoners had escaped. But Paul called out in a loud voice, “Do not harm yourself! We are all here!” Calling for lights, the jailer rushed in and fell trembling before Paul and Silas.
8 Acts 5:20–29 “Go, stand in the temple courts and tell the people the full message of this new life.” At daybreak the apostles entered the temple courts as they had been told and began to teach the people. When the high priest and his associates arrived, they convened the Sanhedrin —the full assembly of the elders of Israel—and sent to the jail for the apostles. But on arriving at the jail, the officers did not find them there. So they returned with the report: “We found the jail securely locked, with the guards posted at the doors; but when we opened them, we found no one inside.” When the captain of the temple guard and the chief priests heard this account, they were perplexed as to what was happening. Then someone came in and announced, “Look, the men you put in jail are standing in the temple courts teaching the people!” At that point, the captain went with the officers and brought the apostles—but not by force, for fear the people would stone them. They brought them in and made them stand before the Sanhedrin, where the high priest interrogated them. “We gave you strict orders not to teach in this name,” he said. “Yet you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and are determined to make us responsible for this man’s blood.” But Peter and the other apostles replied, “We must obey God rather than men.

Ezekiel 37:7 Summary

In Ezekiel 37:7, the prophet Ezekiel obeys God's command to speak, and as he does, the dry bones in the valley start to rattle and come together. This is a powerful picture of how God can take something that seems dead and lifeless and bring new life to it, much like He does for believers through faith in Jesus Christ (as seen in John 3:16 and Romans 6:4). As we reflect on this verse, we can remember that God is a God of restoration and resurrection, who can bring hope and new life to any situation. This truth is also reflected in other Bible verses, like Psalm 119:50, which reminds us that God's word gives us hope and revival.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the bones coming together in Ezekiel 37:7?

The bones coming together represent the physical restoration of God's people, as He brings them back to life, much like He promises in Ezekiel 37:5-6, and as seen in other restoration prophecies like Isaiah 43:5-6.

Is the noise and rattling in Ezekiel 37:7 a supernatural event?

Yes, the sudden noise and rattling in Ezekiel 37:7 is a supernatural event, demonstrating God's power to bring life out of death, similar to the resurrection power seen in John 11:43-44.

How does Ezekiel 37:7 relate to the broader theme of resurrection in the Bible?

Ezekiel 37:7 is part of a larger biblical narrative about God's power to raise the dead, as seen in passages like 1 Corinthians 15:51-57 and Revelation 20:12-13, which ultimately point to the resurrection of believers through Jesus Christ.

What role does the prophet's obedience play in Ezekiel 37:7?

The prophet's obedience to God's command to prophesy in Ezekiel 37:7 demonstrates the importance of faithfulness and trust in God's plan, as seen in other examples like Moses in Exodus 14:13-14 and Jeremiah 1:7-8.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are the 'dry bones' in my life that need God's resurrection power, and how can I trust Him to bring new life to those areas?
  2. In what ways can I, like Ezekiel, be a vessel for God's message of hope and restoration to those around me?
  3. How does the image of bones coming together in Ezekiel 37:7 encourage me to pray for the spiritual renewal of my community or church?
  4. What does this verse teach me about God's power to transform and redeem even the most seemingly hopeless situations?

Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 37:7

So I prophesied as I was commanded,.... The prophet was not disobedient to the heavenly vision; he was right to observe the orders and instructions given, whatever were the issue and success of them;

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 37:7

So I prophesied as I was commanded: and as I prophesied, there was a noise, and behold a shaking, and the bones came together, bone to his bone.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 37:7

I prophesied; declared or pronounced these promises or gracious purposes of God concerning them. As I was commanded: whether it was thus or some other way, the prophet was commanded it, and so he did it; he spake to them which could not but be deaf to him, and which could not but hear when God speaks. As I prophesied; either according to the purport of my prophecy, or rather during the time, or while I was prophesying, or so soon as I prophesied. A noise; thunder, say some; others, more likely, the noise was the rattling of the bones in their motion; such noise they could not but make, where multitudes of them heaped or laid together disperse, and roll themselves from one to other, till they meet their fellow bones. A shaking; there was a trembling or commotion among these bones, enough to make this noise, and to manifest a Divine presence and word from God working among them. Came together; crept, or with this shaking motion glided, nearer and nearer, till each bone met the bone to which it was to be tied.

Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 37:7

Ezekiel 37:7 So I prophesied as I was commanded: and as I prophesied, there was a noise, and behold a shaking, and the bones came together, bone to his bone.Ver. 7. So I prophesied.] He might have said, Why should I speak to these bones? will it be to any purpose? But God’ s commands are not to be disputed, but despatched without sciscitation. And there was a noise.] A rattle, perhaps a thunderclap. And behold a shaking.] Perhaps an earthquake, as was at Christ’ s resurrection. God will one day shake both the heavens and the earth. "The heavens shall pass away with a great noise; the earth also and the works therein shall be burned, and fall with a great crack." Then "the Lord shall descend from heaven with a shout," &c. - such as is that of mariners in a storm, or of soldiers when to join battle with the enemy.

Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 37:7

7. behold a shaking] The word is rendered “rushing” (Ezekiel 3:12). The noise is that occasioned by the rising and rushing of the bones together. The previous word “noise” is wanting in LXX., which reads simply: and it came to pass as I prophesied that behold a rushing.

Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 37:7

Bone to his bone - i. e., to its proper place in the frame.

Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 37:7

1-14. This is one of the most marvelous visions of the Old Testament. The companions of Ezekiel were in hopeless despair.

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