Ezekiel 11:1

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Ezekiel 11:1 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Then the Spirit lifted me up and brought me to the gate of the house of the LORD that faces east. And there at the entrance of the gate were twenty-five men. Among them I saw Jaazaniah son of Azzur and Pelatiah son of Benaiah, who were leaders of the people.

King James Version KJV

Moreover the spirit lifted me up, and brought me unto the east gate of the LORD’s house, which looketh eastward: and behold at the door of the gate five and twenty men; among whom I saw Jaazaniah the son of Azur, and Pelatiah the son of Benaiah, princes of the people.

American Standard Version ASV

Moreover the Spirit lifted me up, and brought me unto the east gate of Jehovah’s house, which looketh eastward: and behold, at the door of the gate five and twenty men; and I saw in the midst of them Jaazaniah the son of Azzur, and Pelatiah the son of Benaiah, princes of the people.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And the wind, lifting me up, took me to the east doorway of the Lord's house, looking to the east: and at the door I saw twenty-five men; and among them I saw Jaazaniah, the son of Azzur, and Pelatiah, the son of Benaiah, rulers of the people.

Free Bible Version FBV

Then the Spirit picked me up and took me to the eastern entrance of the Lord's Temple. Twenty-five men were gathered there at the entrance. I recognized among them Jaazaniah son of Azzur and Pelatiah son of Benaiah, leaders of the people.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Moreover, the Spirite lift me vp, and brought me vnto the East gate of the Lordes house, which lyeth Eastwarde, and beholde, at the entrie of the gate were fiue and twentie men: among whome I sawe Iaazaniah the sonne of Azur, and Pelatiah the sonne of Benaiah, the princes of the people.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And lift me up doth a spirit, and it bringeth me in unto the east gate of the house of Jehovah, that is facing the east, and lo, at the opening of the gate twenty and five men, and I see in their midst Jaazaniah son of Azzur, and Pelatiah son of Benaiah, heads of the people.

World English Bible WEB

Moreover the Spirit lifted me up and brought me to the east gate of the LORD’s house, which looks eastward. Behold, twenty-five men were at the door of the gate; and I saw among them Jaazaniah the son of Azzur, and Pelatiah the son of Benaiah, princes of the people.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Moreover the spirit lifted me up, and brought me to the east-gate of the LORD'S house, which looketh eastward: and behold, at the door of the gate five and twenty men; among whom I saw Jaazaniah the son of Azur, and Pelatiah the son of Benaiah, princes of the people.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And the spirit lifted me up, and brought me into the east gate of the house of the Lord, which looketh towards the rising of the sun: and behold in the entry of the gate five and twenty men: and I saw in the midst of them Jezonias the son of Azur, and Pheltias the son of Banaias, princes of the people.

Translation for Translators T4T

Then God’s Spirit lifted me up and took me to the gate on the east side of the temple area. There at the gate were 25 men. Among them I saw Jaazaniah the son of Azzur, and Pelatiah the son of Benaiah, who were leaders of the people.

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Ezekiel 11:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/תִּשָּׂ֨א אֹתִ֜/י ר֗וּחַ וַ/תָּבֵ֣א אֹ֠תִ/י אֶל שַׁ֨עַר בֵּית יְהוָ֤ה הַ/קַּדְמוֹנִי֙ הַ/פּוֹנֶ֣ה קָדִ֔ימָ/ה וְ/הִנֵּה֙ בְּ/פֶ֣תַח הַ/שַּׁ֔עַר עֶשְׂרִ֥ים וַ/חֲמִשָּׁ֖ה אִ֑ישׁ וָ/אֶרְאֶ֨ה בְ/תוֹכָ֜/ם אֶת יַאֲזַנְיָ֧ה בֶן עַזֻּ֛ר וְ/אֶת פְּלַטְיָ֥הוּ בֶן בְּנָיָ֖הוּ שָׂרֵ֖י הָ/עָֽם

וַ/תִּשָּׂ֨א nâsâʼ H5375 to lift Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs

אֹתִ֜/י ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM | Suff

ר֗וּחַ rûwach H7307 spirit N-cs

וַ/תָּבֵ֣א bôwʼ H935 Lebo Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3fs

אֹ֠תִ/י ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM | Suff

אֶל ʼêl H413 to(wards) Prep

שַׁ֨עַר shaʻar H8179 gate N-ms

בֵּית bayith H1004 place N-ms

יְהוָ֤ה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper

הַ/קַּדְמוֹנִי֙ qadmôwnîy H6931 eastern Art | Adj

הַ/פּוֹנֶ֣ה pânâh H6437 Corner (Gate) Art | V-Qal

קָדִ֔ימָ/ה qâdîym H6921 east N-ms | Suff

וְ/הִנֵּה֙ hinnêh H2009 behold Conj | Part

בְּ/פֶ֣תַח pethach H6607 entrance Prep | N-ms

הַ/שַּׁ֔עַר shaʻar H8179 gate Art | N-ms

עֶשְׂרִ֥ים ʻesrîym H6242 twenty Adj

וַ/חֲמִשָּׁ֖ה châmêsh H2568 five Conj | Adj

אִ֑ישׁ ʼîysh H376 man N-ms

וָ/אֶרְאֶ֨ה râʼâh H7200 Provider Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs

בְ/תוֹכָ֜/ם tâvek H8432 midst Prep | N-ms | Suff

אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM

יַאֲזַנְיָ֧ה Yaʼăzanyâh H2970 Jezaniah N-proper

בֶן bên H1121 son N-ms

עַזֻּ֛ר ʻAzzûwr H5809 Azzur N-proper

וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. Conj | DirObjM

פְּלַטְיָ֥הוּ Pᵉlaṭyâh H6410 Pelatiah N-proper

בֶן bên H1121 son N-ms

בְּנָיָ֖הוּ Bᵉnâyâh H1141 Benaiah N-proper

שָׂרֵ֖י sar H8269 ruler N-mp

הָ/עָֽם ʻam H5971 Amaw Art | N-ms

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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 11:1

וַ/תִּשָּׂ֨א nâsâʼ H5375 "to lift" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to lift or raise something, and it's used in many ways, like lifting a burden or raising someone's status. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often talking about God lifting people up. It's about supporting or carrying something or someone.

Definition: : raise/take_up 1) to lift, bear up, carry, take 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lift, lift up 1a2) to bear, carry, support, sustain, endure 1a3) to take, take away, carry off, forgive 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be lifted up, be exalted 1b2) to lift oneself up, rise up 1b3) to be borne, be carried 1b4) to be taken away, be carried off, be swept away 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to lift up, exalt, support, aid, assist 1c2) to desire, long (fig.) 1c3) to carry, bear continuously 1c4) to take, take away 1d) (Hithpael) to lift oneself up, exalt oneself 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to cause one to bear (iniquity) 1e2) to cause to bring, have brought

Usage: Occurs in 609 OT verses. KJV: accept, advance, arise, (able to, (armor), suffer to) bear(-er, up), bring (forth), burn, carry (away), cast, contain, desire, ease, exact, exalt (self), extol, fetch, forgive, furnish, further, give, go on, help, high, hold up, honorable ([phrase] man), lade, lay, lift (self) up, lofty, marry, magnify, [idiom] needs, obtain, pardon, raise (up), receive, regard, respect, set (up), spare, stir up, [phrase] swear, take (away, up), [idiom] utterly, wear, yield. See also: Genesis 4:13; Numbers 4:2; 1 Samuel 14:3.

אֹתִ֜/י ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM | Suff

In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

ר֗וּחַ rûwach H7307 "spirit" N-cs

In the Bible, this word for spirit refers to the breath of life, the wind, or a person's mind and emotions, as seen in the book of Ezekiel.

Definition: : spirit 1) wind, breath, mind, spirit 1a) breath 1b) wind 1b1) of heaven 1b2) quarter (of wind), side 1b3) breath of air 1b4) air, gas 1b5) vain, empty thing 1c) spirit (as that which breathes quickly in animation or agitation) 1c1) spirit, animation, vivacity, vigour 1c2) courage 1c3) temper, anger 1c4) impatience, patience 1c5) spirit, disposition (as troubled, bitter, discontented) 1c6) disposition (of various kinds), unaccountable or uncontrollable impulse 1c7) prophetic spirit 1d) spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals) 1d1) as gift, preserved by God, God's spirit, departing at death, disembodied being 1e) spirit (as seat of emotion) 1e1) desire 1e2) sorrow, trouble 1f) spirit 1f1) as seat or organ of mental acts 1f2) rarely of the will 1f3) as seat especially of moral character 1g) Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit, coequal, coeternal with the Father and the Son 1g1) as inspiring ecstatic state of prophecy 1g2) as impelling prophet to utter instruction or warning 1g3) imparting warlike energy and executive and administrative power 1g4) as endowing men with various gifts 1g5) as energy of life 1g6) as manifest in the Shekinah glory 1g7) never referred to as a depersonalised force

Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). See also: Genesis 1:2; Job 6:26; Psalms 1:4.

וַ/תָּבֵ֣א bôwʼ H935 "Lebo" Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3fs

This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.

Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter

Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.

אֹ֠תִ/י ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM | Suff

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

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.

שַׁ֨עַר shaʻar H8179 "gate" N-ms

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a gate or door, often referring to city entrances or temple doors, like in Genesis and Exodus. It can also symbolize a meeting place or marketplace. The word is used to describe important locations in the Bible.

Definition: : gate 1) gate 1a) gate (of entrance) 1b) gate (of space inside gate, i.e. marketplace, public meeting place) 1b1) city, town 1c) gate (of palace, royal castle, temple, court of tabernacle) 1d) heaven

Usage: Occurs in 302 OT verses. KJV: city, door, gate, port ([idiom] -er). See also: Genesis 19:1; 1 Chronicles 9:18; Psalms 9:14.

בֵּית bayith H1004 "place" N-ms

The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.

Definition: nm place, origin, between

Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.

יְהוָ֤ה 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.

הַ/קַּדְמוֹנִי֙ qadmôwnîy H6931 "eastern" Art | Adj

This word can mean something that is old or from an earlier time, or it can describe something that is located in the east. It is used in the Bible to talk about ancient things or people who lived before. The word can also mean 'eastern' or 'older'.

Definition: : eastern 1) former, ancient, eastern 1a) former, ancient 1b) eastern Also means: qad.mo.ni (קַדְמֹנִי ": older" H6931H)

Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: ancient, they that went before, east, (thing of) old. See also: 1 Samuel 24:14; Ezekiel 38:17; Isaiah 43:18.

הַ/פּוֹנֶ֣ה pânâh H6437 "Corner (Gate)" Art | V-Qal

This Hebrew word means to turn or face something, like looking at a corner or a gate. It appears in descriptions of daily life and interactions, like in Genesis and Psalms. It's about changing direction or focus.

Definition: This name means corner, to turn, to turn back Another spelling of pin.nah (פִּנָּה "Corner( Gate)" H6438)

Usage: Occurs in 128 OT verses. KJV: appear, at (even-) tide, behold, cast out, come on, [idiom] corner, dawning, empty, go away, lie, look, mark, pass away, prepare, regard, (have) respect (to), (re-) turn (aside, away, back, face, self), [idiom] right (early). See also: Genesis 18:22; 2 Kings 13:23; Psalms 25:16.

קָדִ֔ימָ/ה qâdîym H6921 "east" N-ms | Suff

In the Bible, this word means the direction east or the east wind, often used to describe geographical locations or the direction of the wind.

Definition: 1) east, east wind 1a) east (of direction) 1b) east wind

Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: east(-ward, wind). See also: Genesis 41:6; Ezekiel 43:17; Psalms 48:8.

וְ/הִנֵּה֙ 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.

בְּ/פֶ֣תַח pethach H6607 "entrance" Prep | N-ms

A pethach is an entrance or doorway, like the gates of Jerusalem or the door to the temple, often symbolizing transition or access to a new place.

Definition: opening, doorway, entrance

Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. See also: Genesis 4:7; Judges 9:40; Psalms 24:7.

הַ/שַּׁ֔עַר shaʻar H8179 "gate" Art | N-ms

Usage: Occurs in 302 OT verses. KJV: city, door, gate, port ([idiom] -er). See also: Genesis 19:1; 1 Chronicles 9:18; Psalms 9:14.

עֶשְׂרִ֥ים ʻesrîym H6242 "twenty" Adj

This word means twenty, and is also used as an ordinal number, like twentieth, as seen in Genesis 31:38. It can refer to a specific age or quantity.

Definition: twenty, twentieth Aramaic equivalent: es.rin (עֶשְׂרִין "twenty" H6243)

Usage: Occurs in 281 OT verses. KJV: (six-) score, twenty(-ieth). See also: Genesis 6:3; 1 Kings 9:14; Ezra 2:19.

וַ/חֲמִשָּׁ֖ה châmêsh H2568 "five" Conj | Adj

This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.

Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)

Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.

אִ֑ישׁ ʼîysh H376 "man" N-ms

The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.

Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)

Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.

וָ/אֶרְאֶ֨ה râʼâh H7200 "Provider" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs

The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.

Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after

Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.

בְ/תוֹכָ֜/ם tâvek H8432 "midst" Prep | N-ms | Suff

This word refers to the middle or center of something, such as a group of people or a physical space. It can also mean among or between things, as seen in various Bible translations.

Definition: 1) midst, middle 1a) midst, middle 1b) into, through (after verbs of motion) 1c) among (of a number of persons) 1d) between (of things arranged by twos) 1e) from among (as to take or separate etc)

Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: among(-st), [idiom] between, half, [idiom] (there-, where-), in(-to), middle, mid(-night), midst (among), [idiom] out (of), [idiom] through, [idiom] with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:6; Numbers 35:5; 2 Chronicles 32:4.

אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

יַאֲזַנְיָ֧ה Yaʼăzanyâh H2970 "Jezaniah" N-proper

Jaazaniah, which means 'Jehovah hears', is the name of four different Israelites in the Bible, including a captain of the Judean forces who visited Governor Gedaliah. This name reflects a deep trust in God's listening ear. It appears in 2 Kings and Jeremiah.

Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.25.23; son of: Hoshaiah (H1955H); also called Jaazaniah at 2Ki.25.23; Azariah at Jer.43.2; Another spelling of ye.zan.yah (יְזַנְיָה "Jezaniah" H3153) § Jaazaniah = "Jehovah hears" 1) a Judean, son of the Maachathite, a captain of the Judean forces who visited Gedaliah at Mizpah after Gedaliah had been appointed governor of Judah by Nebuchadnezzar 2) son of Shaphan, an elder of Israel in the days of Ezekiel 3) son of Azur, one of the princes of the people against whom Ezekiel was directed to prophesy 4) a Rechabite, son of Jeremiah the prophet

Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Jaazaniah. Compare H3153 (יְזַנְיָה). See also: 2 Kings 25:23; Ezekiel 8:11; Jeremiah 35:3.

בֶן bên H1121 "son" N-ms

In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.

Definition: : child/son

Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.

עַזֻּ֛ר ʻAzzûwr H5809 "Azzur" N-proper

Azzur was a common name among Israelites, including a Benjamite and a father of a false prophet. It means 'he that assists' and is mentioned in Ezekiel 11:1. The name appears in the Bible as 'Azur' or 'Azzur'.

Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezk.11.1; father of: Jaazaniah (H2970I) § Azur or Azzur = "he that assists" 1) a Benjamite of Gibeon, father of the false prophet Hananiah 2) father of Jaazaniah, one of the princes against whom Ezekiel was commanded to prophecy

Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Azur, Azzur. See also: Nehemiah 10:18; Jeremiah 28:1; Ezekiel 11:1.

וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." Conj | DirObjM

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

פְּלַטְיָ֥הוּ Pᵉlaṭyâh H6410 "Pelatiah" N-proper

Pelatiah means Jehovah delivers and is the name of four Israelites, including a son of Benaiah and a Simeonite captain who defeated the Amalekites.

Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezk.11.1; son of: Benaiah (H1141R) § Pelatiah = "Jehovah delivers" 1) son of Hananiah and grandson of Zerubbabel 2) a Simeonite in the days of king Hezekiah of Judah who was one of the captains of 500 men who defeated the Amalekites who had escaped 3) one of the heads of the people who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah 4) son of Benaiah and one of the princes of the people against whom Ezekiel was ordered to prophesy doom

Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Pelatiah. See also: 1 Chronicles 3:21; Nehemiah 10:23; Ezekiel 11:13.

בֶן bên H1121 "son" N-ms

Definition: : child/son

בְּנָיָ֖הוּ Bᵉnâyâh H1141 "Benaiah" N-proper

Benaiah was a strong warrior and leader in the Bible, serving under King David and Solomon. His name means Jehovah has built, indicating God's strength.

Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezk.11.1; father of: Pelatiah (H6410J) § Benaiah = "Jehovah has built" or "Yahweh has built up" 1) one of David's mighty warriors, son of Jehoiada the chief priest, a Levite, set by David over his bodyguard, later having remained faithful to Solomon during Adonijah's attempt on the crown, was raised into the place of Joab as commander-in-chief of the army 2) the Pirathonite, an Ephraimite, one of David's thirty mighty warriors, and the captain of the eleventh monthly course 3) a Simeonite, a prince of the families of Simeon 4) a Levite in the time of David who played with a psaltery on Alamoth 5) a priest in the time of David, appointed to blow the trumpet before the ark 6) a Levite of the sons of Asaph 7) a Levite in the time of Hezekiah 8) Four Israelites in the time of Ezra who had taken strange wives 9) the father of Pelatiah

Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: Benaiah. See also: 2 Samuel 8:18; 1 Chronicles 11:22; Ezekiel 11:13.

שָׂרֵ֖י sar H8269 "ruler" N-mp

A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.

Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden

Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.

הָ/עָֽם ʻam H5971 "Amaw" Art | N-ms

A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.

Definition: This name means nation, people

Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.

Study Notes — Ezekiel 11:1

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Context
Cross References
Ezekiel 11:1 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 11:1
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 11:1
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:1
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:1
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:1
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:1
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 11:1
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 11:1
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:1
Sermons on Ezekiel 11:1

Context — Evil in High Places

1Then the Spirit lifted me up and brought me to the gate of the house of the LORD that faces east. And there at the entrance of the gate were twenty-five men. Among them I saw Jaazaniah son of Azzur and Pelatiah son of Benaiah, who were leaders of the people.

2And the LORD said to me, “Son of man, these are the men who plot evil and give wicked counsel in this city. 3They are saying, ‘Is not the time near to build houses? The city is the cooking pot, and we are the meat.’

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Ezekiel 3:14	So the Spirit lifted me up and took me away, and I went in bitterness and in the anger of my spirit, with the strong hand of the LORD upon me.
2	Ezekiel 11:24	And the Spirit lifted me up and carried me back to Chaldea, to the exiles in the vision given by the Spirit of God. After the vision had gone up from me,
3	Ezekiel 11:13	Now as I was prophesying, Pelatiah son of Benaiah died. Then I fell facedown and cried out in a loud voice, “Oh, Lord GOD, will You bring the remnant of Israel to a complete end?”
4	Ezekiel 8:3	He stretched out what looked like a hand and took me by the hair of my head. Then the Spirit lifted me up between earth and heaven and carried me in visions of God to Jerusalem, to the entrance of the north gate of the inner court, where the idol that provokes jealousy was seated.
5	Ezekiel 3:12	Then the Spirit lifted me up, and I heard a great rumbling sound behind me: ‘Blessed be the glory of the LORD in His dwelling place!’
6	Ezekiel 8:16	So He brought me to the inner court of the house of the LORD, and there at the entrance to the temple of the LORD, between the portico and the altar, were about twenty-five men with their backs to the temple of the LORD and their faces toward the east; and they were bowing to the east in worship of the sun.
7	Ezekiel 41:1	Then the man brought me into the outer sanctuary and measured the side pillars to be six cubits wide on each side.
8	Ezekiel 43:4–5	and the glory of the LORD entered the temple through the gate facing east. Then the Spirit lifted me up and brought me into the inner court, and the glory of the LORD filled the temple.
9	2 Kings 2:16	“Look now,” they said to Elisha, “we your servants have fifty valiant men. Please let them go and search for your master. Perhaps the Spirit of the LORD has taken him up and put him on one of the mountains or in one of the valleys.” “Do not send them,” Elisha replied.
10	Acts 8:39	When they came up out of the water, the Spirit of the Lord carried Philip away, and the eunuch saw him no more, but went on his way rejoicing.

Ezekiel 11:1 Summary

[This verse tells us that the Spirit lifted Ezekiel up and brought him to the gate of the house of the LORD, where he saw 25 men, including two leaders named Jaazaniah and Pelatiah. These men were planning evil and giving bad advice, as we see in Ezekiel 11:2, similar to the wicked plans of the enemies of God in Psalm 83:1-18. The Spirit showed Ezekiel this vision to reveal the sin of the people and to announce God's judgment, as seen in Ezekiel 11:1-13 and Isaiah 1:1-31. This reminds us to be careful about the company we keep and the advice we follow, and to always seek God's will, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 12:2.]

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the Spirit lift Ezekiel up and bring him to the gate of the house of the LORD?

The Spirit lifted Ezekiel up to give him a vision of the spiritual state of the people, as seen in Ezekiel 11:1, and to reveal the evil plans of the leaders, similar to how God revealed the hearts of the people in Jeremiah 17:9-10.

Who were Jaazaniah and Pelatiah, and why are they mentioned by name?

Jaazaniah and Pelatiah were leaders of the people, as mentioned in Ezekiel 11:1, and they are likely mentioned by name to emphasize their responsibility and accountability for the evil counsel they were giving, as seen in Ezekiel 11:2.

What is the significance of the gate of the house of the LORD that faces east?

The gate of the house of the LORD that faces east may symbolize the entrance to the presence of God, as the east was often associated with the direction of the rising sun and the presence of God, as seen in Ezekiel 43:1-5 and Isaiah 60:1-3.

How does this verse relate to the rest of the book of Ezekiel?

This verse is part of a larger vision given to Ezekiel, as seen in Ezekiel 8-11, in which God reveals the sin and idolatry of the people and announces judgment, similar to the warnings given in Deuteronomy 28:1-68 and Leviticus 26:1-46.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways in which we, like the leaders in Ezekiel's vision, may be giving evil counsel or plotting against God's plans?
How can we, like Ezekiel, be lifted up by the Spirit to see the world from God's perspective and to understand His will?
What are some 'gates' in our lives that we need to be careful about, and how can we ensure that we are entering into the presence of God with a pure heart?
How does this verse encourage us to be mindful of the company we keep and the counsel we receive, as seen in Proverbs 12:26 and 1 Corinthians 15:33?

Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 11:1

Moreover, the spirit lifted me up,.... From the inner court of the temple, where the prophet was, according to the last account of him, Ezekiel 8:16; it was the same Spirit that took him by the lock

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 11:1

Moreover the spirit lifted me up, and brought me unto the east gate of the LORD's house, which looketh eastward: and behold at the door of the gate five and twenty men; among whom I saw Jaazaniah the

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:1

EZEKIEL CHAPTER 11 Ezekiel is showed the presumption of the princes of Judah, . He declareth their sin, and the manner of their punishment, . He is terrified at the sudden death of Pelatiah, . God showeth him his purpose of restoring the captives with favour, and of punishing the idolaters, . The glory of God leaveth the city, ,23. Ezekiel, carried back by the Spirit, prophesieth to them of the captivity, ,25. The spirit; the Spirit of God, as Ezekiel 2 2. Lifted me up; as at first, so still it supports him, and removes him from place to place. The east gate: either of the east gates, whether that which leads into the first court, or into the second court, or into the house of the Lord, may be here understood, though probably this last. For this number you find, . If you will suppose the prophet was brought to the east gate, where the glory of the Lord, now departing, was gone up from the temple, it is much the same. Which looketh eastward: a pleonasm, or redundance of expression. Five and twenty men: some inquire whether these were the same with those twenty-five . To me it is most likely they were, for in that same place we find them, and likely about the same work, worshipping eastward. Nor are the two arguments urged by some conclusive against it, nay, one of the two is plain for it, viz. that quoted from . Among whom; as forward ringleaders and chief among them. Jaazaniah: this man by his father’ s name added appears to be another, not he that is mentioned . Pelatiah, named here for no good quality, but for that dreadful sudden death whereby he became a warning to others. Princes of the people; either as public officers, or as heads of their families.

Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:1

Ezekiel 11:1 Moreover the spirit lifted me up, and brought me unto the east gate of the LORD’ S house, which looketh eastward: and behold at the door of the gate five and twenty men; among whom I saw Jaazaniah the son of Azur, and Pelatiah the son of Benaiah, princes of the people.Ver. 1. Moreover the Spirit lifted me up.] The same Spirit of God that lifted up and acted the living weights and the wheels; like as the same breath causeth the diverse sounds in the organs. Unto the east gate.] Of the outward court. Five and twenty men.] Proceres populi, the senators of the city, with their prefect or president. The like number is now at Rome, and likewise at London; an alderman in each of the twenty-four wards, and a mayor. See Revelation 4:4. Among whom I saw Jaazaniah.] I saw them, and knew them by name; but for no good. “ Iudex locusta civitatis est malus. ” - Scaliger.

Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:1

(1) Brought me unto the east gate of the Lord’s house.—This is the same place, the main outer entrance to the whole Temple enclosure, to which the prophet had seen the cherubim go (Ezekiel 10:19). It is not expressly said where he was brought from; but the last place mentioned was the court of the priests (Ezekiel 8:16), and so far the vision appears to be consecutive. Standing in that innermost court, he had seen the Divine presence go forth to the outer entrance; and he also is now transported thither. Here he sees twenty-five men, the same number whom he had seen worshipping the sun in the inner court. They appear, however, to have been priests, while these seem to be secular leaders. Hence they are generally supposed to be a different set of men. It is nevertheless by no means impossible that they may be the same idolatrous priests, who, by prostituting their holy office to idolatry, gained an ascendancy over a sinful people. Otherwise, the number twenty-five may represent the king, with two princes from each of the twelve tribes; or is possibly a number without any other especial significance than as representing a considerable array of the most prominent people of the nation. Two of these are mentioned by name. If the Jaazaniah here is the same with the Jaazaniah of Eze 8:11, it settles the point that the men here are not to be understood of the priests, since he there represented a different class (see Note on Ezekiel 8:11). The names are significant: Jaazaniah = Jehovah hears, son of Azur = the helper; Pelatiah = God rescues, son of Benaiah =Jehovah builds. Names of this sort were common enough among the Jews, but they seem here intended to bring out the false hopes with which the people beguiled themselves; and in view of this, the sudden death of Pelatiah (verse. 13) was particularly impressive. These princes were active in misleading the people to their destruction.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:1

CHAPTER XI This chapter denounces the judgments of God against those wicked persons who remained in Jerusalem and made a mock of the types and predictions of the prophets, 1-13; compare Ezekiel 11:3 with Jeremiah 1:13. God promises to favour those who were gone into captivity, and intimates their restoration from the Babylonish yoke, 14-21. Then the shechinah, or symbol of the Divine Presence, is represented forsaking the city, as in the foregoing chapter it did the temple, 22, 23; and the prophet returns in vision to the place from which he set out, (Ezekiel 8:1. &c.,) in order to communicate his instructions to his brethren of the captivity, 24, 25. NOTES ON CHAP. XI Verse 1. At the door of the gate five and twenty men] The same persons, no doubt, who appear, Ezekiel 8:16, worshipping the sun. Jaazaniah the son of Azur] In Ezekiel 8:16, we find a Jaazaniah the son of Shaphan. If Shaphan was also called Azur, they may be the same person. But it is most likely that there were two of this name, and both chiefs among the people.

Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 11:1

1–12. The men that plot evil 1. The gate referred to is the outer eastern gate; the position taken up by the cherubim and glory was outside the temple precincts wholly. Jaazaniah and Pelatiah are named “princes of the people.” Possibly they were more prominent members of the ruling party. It is the manner of the prophet to introduce elements of reality into his symbolical pictures (cf. ch. Ezekiel 24:16 seq.), and it is unnecessary to regard these two personages as fictitious or seek for some symbolical meaning in their names. A different Jaazaniah was mentioned in ch. Ezekiel 8:11. The twenty-five men here are not to be identified with those in ch. Ezekiel 8:16; they are rulers and leaders of the people (Ezekiel 11:2).

Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 11:1

The gate - The gate of the templecourt. The gate was the place of judgment. Five and twenty men - Not the same men as in Ezekiel 8:16.

Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 11:1

THE LEADERS OF THE PEOPLE GIVE WICKED COUNSEL, AND ARE IN THE CITY’S RUIN, Ezekiel 11:1-21.1. The spirit lifted me — See notes Ezekiel 3:12; Ezekiel 3:14; Ezekiel 8:3.

Sermons on Ezekiel 11:1

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	Immersed in the Holy Ghost by Smith Wigglesworth	In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of being in a room and feeling unable to communicate with others. However, through prayer and the power of God, the speaker
	(Spain) the Supply of the Spirit by David Wilkerson	In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal testimony about his wife and daughter battling cancer. Despite the hardships, he emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God's wi
	The Supply of the Spirit by David Wilkerson	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of trusting the Holy Spirit and allowing Him to be in control of every aspect of our lives. He shares the joy he experiences i