KJV ORIGINAL
The word of the LORD also came unto me, saying,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
God spoke to me again, and here's what he said:
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Another message from God was coming through.
📚 Historical Context
Ezekiel was a prophet and priest among the Jewish exiles in Babylon around 597 BC, following the Babylonian conquest of Jerusalem, where he received and relayed God's messages to a rebellious people. This verse marks the beginning of a new prophetic oracle from the Lord, setting the stage for Ezekiel's dramatic actions that symbolized the impending judgment on Judah. It reflects the broader historical context of God's covenant faithfulness amid Israel's unfaithfulness and exile.
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