Ezekiel 24:15
Ezekiel 24:15 in Multiple Translations
Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,
¶ Also the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,
Also the word of Jehovah came unto me, saying,
And the word of the Lord came to me, saying,
A message from the Lord came to me, saying,
Also the worde of ye Lord came vnto me, saying,
And there is a word of Jehovah unto me, saying,
Also the LORD’s word came to me, saying,
Also the word of the LORD came to me, saying,
And the word of the Lord came to me, saying:
One day Yahweh gave me this message:
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 24:15
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Ezekiel 24:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֥י
דְבַר
יְהוָ֖ה
אֵלַ֥/י
לֵ/אמֹֽר
וַ/יְהִ֥י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
N-ms
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֵלַ֥/י
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 24:15
וַ/יְהִ֥י
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.
דְבַר
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
N-ms
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.
יְהוָ֖ה
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.
אֵלַ֥/י
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.
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 24:15
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Context — Ezekiel’s Wife Dies
13Because of the indecency of your uncleanness I tried to cleanse you, but you would not be purified from your filthiness. You will not be pure again until My wrath against you has subsided.
14I, the LORD, have spoken; the time is coming, and I will act. I will not refrain or show pity, nor will I relent. I will judge you according to your ways and deeds,’ declares the Lord GOD.”
15Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying,
16“Son of man, behold, I am about to take away the desire of your eyes with a fatal blow. But you must not mourn or weep or let your tears flow. 17Groan quietly; do not mourn for the dead. Put on your turban and strap your sandals on your feet; do not cover your lips or eat the bread of mourners.”Ezekiel 24:15 Summary
[This verse is about God speaking directly to the prophet Ezekiel, giving him a message to share with others. In plain language, it means that God is guiding Ezekiel and telling him what to do, similar to what we see in Exodus 33:11 and Numbers 12:8. Just like Ezekiel, we can hear from God through the Bible and prayer, and be obedient to His will, as encouraged in Deuteronomy 8:3 and Matthew 4:4. By listening to God's voice and following His guidance, we can live a life that is pleasing to Him and fulfilling for us.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the word of the Lord to come to someone?
In Ezekiel 24:15, the word of the Lord coming to the prophet means that God is speaking directly to him, guiding him and giving him a message to share with others, similar to what we see in Jeremiah 1:4 and Isaiah 6:8.
How does God communicate with people today?
While God may not speak to us in the same way He spoke to prophets like Ezekiel, we can still hear from Him through the Bible, prayer, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, as described in Romans 8:14 and 2 Timothy 3:16-17.
What is the significance of the phrase 'Then the word of the Lord came to me'?
This phrase is a common introduction to a prophetic message in the Bible, indicating that what follows is a direct word from God, as seen in Ezekiel 1:3 and Haggai 1:1.
How can we apply this verse to our lives today?
By recognizing that God still speaks to us today, we can seek to listen to His voice through Scripture and prayer, and be obedient to His will, just as Ezekiel was, as encouraged in Psalm 119:105 and Proverbs 3:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has spoken to you in the past, and how have you responded?
- How can you create space in your life to hear from God and receive His guidance?
- What are some things that might be distracting you from hearing God's voice, and how can you eliminate those distractions?
- How can you be more like Ezekiel, who was willing to listen to and obey God's word even when it was difficult or uncomfortable?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 24:15
Also the word of the Lord came unto me, saying. Next follows the other sign, by which the Lord shows the destruction of the temple.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 24:15
Also the word of the LORD came unto me, saying, The word of the Lord came unto me - second part of the vision; announcement of the death of Ezekiel's wife, and prohibition of the usual signs of mourning.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:15
Ezekiel 24:15 Also the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,Ver. 15. Also the word of the Lord.] See Ezekiel 18:1.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:15
(15) Also the word.—What follows is distinctly separated from the utterance of the foregoing parable and its interpretation, yet Ezekiel 24:18 shows that it took place upon the same day. Ezekiel is warned of the sudden death of his wife, who is described as deeply beloved, and yet he is forbidden to make any sign of mourning for her.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 24:15
THE DEATH OF EZEKIEL’S WIFE, AND ITS LESSONS, 15-27. There is nothing in literature more pathetic than these few brief words of personal history in the midst of this flaming prophecy.