Ezekiel 2:7
Ezekiel 2:7 in Multiple Translations
But speak My words to them, whether they listen or refuse to listen, for they are rebellious.
And thou shalt speak my words unto them, whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear: for they are most rebellious.
And thou shalt speak my words unto them, whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear; for they are most rebellious.
And you are to give them my words, if they give ear to you or if they do not: for they are uncontrolled.
Just tell them what I say, whether they listen or not, because they're rebels.
Therefore thou shalt speake my words vnto them: but surely they will not heare, neither will they in deede cease: for they are rebellious.
And thou hast spoken My words unto them, whether they hear or whether they forbear, for they [are] rebellious.
You shall speak my words to them, whether they will hear or whether they will refuse; for they are most rebellious.
And thou shalt speak my words to them, whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear: for they are most rebellious.
And thou shalt speak my words to them, if perhaps they will hear, and forbear: for they provoke me to anger.
Tell them my message, but do not expect them to pay attention to it, because they arevery rebellious.
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Ezekiel 2:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/דִבַּרְתָּ֤
אֶת
דְּבָרַ/י֙
אֲלֵי/הֶ֔ם
אִֽם
יִשְׁמְע֖וּ
וְ/אִם
יֶחְדָּ֑לוּ
כִּ֥י
מְרִ֖י
הֵֽמָּה
וְ/דִבַּרְתָּ֤
dâbar
H1696
to speak
Conj | V-Piel-Perf-2ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
דְּבָרַ/י֙
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-mp | Suff
אֲלֵי/הֶ֔ם
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
אִֽם
ʼim
H518
if
Conj
יִשְׁמְע֖וּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
if
Conj | Conj
יֶחְדָּ֑לוּ
châdal
H2308
to cease
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
מְרִ֖י
mᵉrîy
H4805
rebellion
N-ms
הֵֽמָּה
hêm
H1992
they(masc.)
Pron
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 2:7
וְ/דִבַּרְתָּ֤
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
Conj | V-Piel-Perf-2ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
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.
דְּבָרַ/י֙
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-mp | Suff
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
אֲלֵי/הֶ֔ם
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
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.
אִֽם
ʼim
H518
"if"
Conj
This Hebrew word is used to express conditions or questions, like if or whether. It can also be used to make oaths or express wishes, as in Oh that! It appears in various forms in the KJV, including if, though, and when.
Definition: : if/whether_or/though 1) if 1a) conditional clauses 1a1) of possible situations 1a2) of impossible situations 1b) oath contexts 1b1) no, not 1c) if...if, whether...or, whether...or...or 1d) when, whenever 1e) since 1f) interrogative particle 1g) but rather
Usage: Occurs in 931 OT verses. KJV: (and, can-, doubtless, if, that) (not), [phrase] but, either, [phrase] except, [phrase] more(-over if, than), neither, nevertheless, nor, oh that, or, [phrase] save (only, -ing), seeing, since, sith, [phrase] surely (no more, none, not), though, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] unless, [phrase] verily, when, whereas, whether, while, [phrase] yet. See also: Genesis 4:7; Exodus 22:3; Leviticus 27:27.
יִשְׁמְע֖וּ
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
"if"
Conj | Conj
This Hebrew word is used to express conditions or questions, like if or whether. It can also be used to make oaths or express wishes, as in Oh that! It appears in various forms in the KJV, including if, though, and when.
Definition: : if/whether_or/though 1) if 1a) conditional clauses 1a1) of possible situations 1a2) of impossible situations 1b) oath contexts 1b1) no, not 1c) if...if, whether...or, whether...or...or 1d) when, whenever 1e) since 1f) interrogative particle 1g) but rather
Usage: Occurs in 931 OT verses. KJV: (and, can-, doubtless, if, that) (not), [phrase] but, either, [phrase] except, [phrase] more(-over if, than), neither, nevertheless, nor, oh that, or, [phrase] save (only, -ing), seeing, since, sith, [phrase] surely (no more, none, not), though, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] unless, [phrase] verily, when, whereas, whether, while, [phrase] yet. See also: Genesis 4:7; Exodus 22:3; Leviticus 27:27.
יֶחְדָּ֑לוּ
châdal
H2308
"to cease"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
To cease means to stop or end something, like when God told the Israelites to cease work on the Sabbath in Exodus 20:10. It can also mean to be idle or lacking. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a change in action or behavior.
Definition: 1) to stop, cease, desist, forego, cease to be, leave undone, forbear 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cease, come to an end 1a2) to cease, leave off
Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: cease, end, fall, forbear, forsake, leave (off), let alone, rest, be unoccupied, want. See also: Genesis 11:8; 2 Chronicles 18:14; Psalms 36:4.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
מְרִ֖י
mᵉrîy
H4805
"rebellion"
N-ms
Rebellion or bitterness, often used to describe someone who is against authority. It can also mean being rebellious or having a bitter attitude.
Definition: 1) rebellion 1a) rebellion 1b) rebellious (in construct)
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: bitter, (most) rebel(-lion, -lious). See also: Numbers 17:25; Ezekiel 2:8; Proverbs 17:11.
הֵֽמָּה
hêm
H1992
"they(masc.)"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to refer to a group of men, emphasizing that it is specifically them. It is often translated as 'they' or 'them' in the Bible, and appears in books like Exodus and Isaiah.
Definition: they, these, the same, who
Usage: Occurs in 524 OT verses. KJV: it, like, [idiom] (how, so) many (soever, more as) they (be), (the) same, [idiom] so, [idiom] such, their, them, these, they, those, which, who, whom, withal, ye. See also: Genesis 3:7; Deuteronomy 19:17; 2 Kings 1:18.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 2:7
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- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 2:7 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 2:7
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 2:7
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 2:7
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 2:7
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 2:7
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 2:7
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 2:7
- Sermons on Ezekiel 2:7
Context — Ezekiel’s Call
5And whether they listen or refuse to listen—for they are a rebellious house—they will know that a prophet has been among them.
6But you, son of man, do not be afraid of them or their words. Do not be afraid, though briers and thorns surround you, and you dwell among scorpions. Do not be afraid of their words or dismayed by their presence, though they are a rebellious house.
7But speak My words to them, whether they listen or refuse to listen, for they are rebellious.
8And you, son of man, listen to what I tell you. Do not be rebellious like that rebellious house. Open your mouth and eat what I give you.” 9Then I looked and saw a hand reaching out to me, and in it was a scroll,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeremiah 23:28 | Let the prophet who has a dream retell it, but let him who has My word speak it truthfully. For what is straw compared to grain?” declares the LORD. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 3:17 | “Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel. Whenever you hear a word from My mouth, give them a warning from Me. |
| 3 | Jeremiah 1:7 | But the LORD told me: “Do not say, ‘I am only a child.’ For to everyone I send you, you must go, and all that I command you, you must speak. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 2:5 | And whether they listen or refuse to listen—for they are a rebellious house—they will know that a prophet has been among them. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 3:10 | “Son of man,” He added, “listen carefully to all the words I speak to you, and take them to heart. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 1:17 | Get yourself ready. Stand up and tell them everything that I command you. Do not be intimidated by them, or I will terrify you before them. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 26:2 | “This is what the LORD says: Stand in the courtyard of the house of the LORD and speak all the words I have commanded you to speak to all the cities of Judah who come to worship there. Do not omit a word. |
| 8 | Jonah 3:2 | “Get up! Go to the great city of Nineveh and proclaim to it the message that I give you.” |
| 9 | Matthew 28:20 | and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” |
Ezekiel 2:7 Summary
[Ezekiel 2:7 is a call to obedience, where God commands Ezekiel to speak His words to the people, regardless of whether they listen or not. This verse reminds us that our role is to share God's message, and it's up to Him to bring about change in people's hearts (1 Corinthians 3:6-7). As we seek to follow God's will, we must trust in His power and sovereignty, rather than our own abilities. By doing so, we can remain faithful and humble, even in the face of opposition or rejection, and remember that God is the one who brings about true transformation (Psalm 119:41).]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be rebellious, as mentioned in Ezekiel 2:7?
To be rebellious means to deliberately disobey or resist God's will, as seen in the Israelites' stubborn refusal to listen to God's prophets, such as Ezekiel (Ezekiel 2:5, Ezekiel 2:7) and Isaiah (Isaiah 65:2).
Is God commanding Ezekiel to speak to the people even if they don't listen?
Yes, God is instructing Ezekiel to proclaim His words to the people, regardless of whether they choose to listen or not, as stated in Ezekiel 2:7, emphasizing the importance of obedience to God's command (Deuteronomy 18:18-19).
How does this verse relate to our modern-day Christian walk?
This verse reminds us that, like Ezekiel, we are called to share God's message with others, even if they reject it, and to trust in God's sovereignty and power to bring about change (Romans 1:16, 1 Corinthians 1:18).
What is the significance of God saying 'they are rebellious' in Ezekiel 2:7?
God's statement highlights the people's stubborn and hardened hearts, which is a recurring theme throughout the book of Ezekiel (Ezekiel 2:5, Ezekiel 3:7), and serves as a reminder of the need for repentance and humility before God (2 Chronicles 7:14, Isaiah 66:2).
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can share God's message with others, even if I'm afraid of rejection or ridicule?
- How can I remain faithful in proclaiming God's truth, even when faced with opposition or indifference?
- What does it mean for me to trust in God's sovereignty and power, rather than relying on my own abilities or persuasive words?
- In what ways can I demonstrate humility and a willingness to listen to God's voice, rather than hardening my heart like the rebellious house of Israel?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 2:7
And thou shall speak my words unto them,.... Not his own words, but those the Lord should put into his mouth.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 2:7
And thou shalt speak my words unto them, whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear: for they are most rebellious. They are most rebellious - literally, 'rebellion' itself-its very essence.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 2:7
Thou shalt speak my words unto them; declaring what I shall show thee, and in words which I will put into thy mouth. Whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear: see . For they are most rebellious; Heb. rebellion in the abstract, by which the Hebrew (as some other languages do) expresseth the superlative degree, as we have it rightly translated.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 2:7
Ezekiel 2:7 And thou shalt speak my words unto them, whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear: for they [are] most rebellious.Ver. 7. And thou shalt speak my words.] God’ s word must be spoken, however it be taken. Whether they will hear.] See Ezekiel 2:5. Christ, once at least, preached away the most of his hearers. Beza so delivered himself with that evidence and efficacy of truth in Colloquio Possiaceno, that Cardinal Lorrain wished that either he had been dumb, or that his hearers had been deaf. Too many of ours are so, &c. For they are most rebellious.] Heb., Rebellion, in the abstract, as if they had been transformed into sin’ s nature.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 2:7
Verse 7. Whether they will hear] Whether they receive the message, or persecute thee for it, declare it to them, that they may be without excuse.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 2:7
6. Thorns and briars, that pierce and wound, and scorpions, that strike and sting, are figures for intractable and injurious men. The prophet must understand their character and not fear them. though they be a rebellious] Rather: for they are. Stubborn opposition and injurious words may be expected of them; such conduct has always characterized them, for they are a rebellious house. Be not deceived by them nor dismayed before them, as if they were in the right and not thou; thou art in the right, and thou shalt speak my words to them (Ezekiel 2:7).
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 2:7
7. Thou shalt speak my words — In spite of all the irritation naturally aroused by these piercing briers Ezekiel must not add one personal word to the message; nor must he keep back one syllable of it.
Sermons on Ezekiel 2:7
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(Titus - Part 5): His Word Manifested Through Preaching by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the imperfection of preaching due to the involvement of language. He explains that language is fluid and can have different meanings in diff |
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He Will Soon Rejoice in His Love by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God will do a work in believers, helping them understand true strength and truth. He assures that with this understanding, believers wi |
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The Great Commission - the Impossible / Possible Task by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preaching God's word without mixing it with our own ideas or clever narrations. He emphasizes the need for preachers to sp |
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Wynne Prison - Part 1 by George Warnock | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of overcoming evil with good, just as Jesus did. He explains that God sent Jesus as another Adam to undo the work of the firs |
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Definite Directions for Open-Air Preaching by Gawin Kirkham | Gawin Kirkham emphasizes the importance of open-air preaching and provides practical advice for street preachers. He highlights the need for a leader to organize the meetings and c |
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The Silencing of the Prophetic Voice by Robert Wurtz II | Robert Wurtz II delves into the role of prophets, highlighting how they were chosen by God to deliver His messages through the power of the Holy Spirit. Prophets acted as God's pro |
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(Israel) Preaching Christ With Authority by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of preaching the word of God with spiritual authority. He shares a personal experience of a young man who came seeking wisdom |