KJV ORIGINAL
The word of the LORD came again unto me, saying,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
God spoke to me again, saying,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
When God has something to say, he keeps the conversation going.
📚 Historical Context
Ezekiel was a prophet and priest among the Jewish exiles in Babylon around 593-571 BC, during the Babylonian captivity of Judah, which followed the destruction of Jerusalem. This verse introduces a new message from God to Ezekiel, signaling the start of prophecies against neighboring nations like Ammon, Moab, Edom, and Philistia, as part of God's broader judgment on those who opposed His people. These oracles reflect the historical tensions between Israel and its enemies, emphasizing God's sovereignty in the midst of exile.
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