Ezekiel 33:7
Ezekiel 33:7 in Multiple Translations
As for you, O son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; so hear the word from My mouth and give them the warning from Me.
¶ So thou, O son of man, I have set thee a watchman unto the house of Israel; therefore thou shalt hear the word at my mouth, and warn them from me.
So thou, son of man, I have set thee a watchman unto the house of Israel; therefore hear the word at my mouth, and give them warning from me.
So you, son of man, I have made you a watchman for the children of Israel; and you are to give ear to the word of my mouth and give them news from me of their danger.
Son of man, I have appointed you as a watchman for the people of Israel. Listen to what I tell you and warn them for me.
So thou, O sonne of man, I haue made thee a watchman vnto the house of Israel: therefore thou shalt heare the woorde at my mouth, and admonish them from me.
And thou, son of man, A watchman I gave thee to the house of Israel, And thou hast heard from My mouth a word, And thou hast warned them from Me.
“So you, son of man, I have set you a watchman to the house of Israel. Therefore hear the word from my mouth, and give them warnings from me.
So thou, O son of man, I have set thee a watchman to the house of Israel; therefore thou shalt hear the word at my mouth, and warn them from me.
So thou, O son of man, I have made thee a watchman to the house of Israel: therefore thou shalt hear the word from my mouth, and shalt tell it them from me.
So, you human, I have appointed you to be a watchman for the Israeli people [MTY]. So always listen to what I say and warn the people for me.
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Context — Ezekiel the Watchman for Israel
7As for you, O son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; so hear the word from My mouth and give them the warning from Me.
8If I say to the wicked, ‘O wicked man, you will surely die,’ but you do not speak out to dissuade him from his way, then that wicked man will die in his iniquity, yet I will hold you accountable for his blood. 9But if you warn the wicked man to turn from his way, and he does not turn from it, he will die in his iniquity, but you will have saved your life.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 3:17–21 | “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. If I say to the wicked man, ‘You will surely die,’ but you do not warn him or speak out to warn him from his wicked way to save his life, that wicked man will die in his iniquity, and I will hold you responsible for his blood. But if you warn a wicked man and he does not turn from his wickedness and his wicked way, he will die in his iniquity, but you will have saved yourself. Now if a righteous man turns from his righteousness and commits iniquity, and I put a stumbling block before him, he will die. If you did not warn him, he will die in his sin, and the righteous acts he did will not be remembered. And I will hold you responsible for his blood. But if you warn the righteous man not to sin, and he does not sin, he will indeed live because he heeded your warning, and you will have saved yourself.” |
| 2 | 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. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 2:7–8 | But speak My words to them, whether they listen or refuse to listen, for they are rebellious. And 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.” |
| 4 | Acts 5:20 | “Go, stand in the temple courts and tell the people the full message of this new life.” |
| 5 | Hebrews 13:17 | Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch over your souls as those who must give an account. To this end, allow them to lead with joy and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you. |
| 6 | Isaiah 62:6 | On your walls, O Jerusalem, I have posted watchmen; they will never be silent day or night. You who call on the LORD shall take no rest for yourselves, |
| 7 | 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. |
| 8 | 1 Thessalonians 4:1–2 | Finally, brothers, we ask and encourage you in the Lord Jesus to live in a way that is pleasing to God, just as you have received from us. This is how you already live, so you should do so all the more. For you know the instructions we gave you by the authority of the Lord Jesus. |
| 9 | Song of Solomon 5:7 | I encountered the watchmen on their rounds of the city. They beat me and bruised me; they took away my cloak, those guardians of the walls. |
| 10 | Ephesians 4:11 | And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, |
Ezekiel 33:7 Summary
[In Ezekiel 33:7, God tells Ezekiel that He has made him a watchman for the house of Israel, which means he is responsible for warning the people of danger. This is similar to how a watchman in a city would sound an alarm to warn of an enemy's approach. As believers, we are also called to be watchmen, warning others of the dangers of sin and pointing them to Jesus, as seen in Matthew 28:18-20. We must be faithful in sharing the gospel and warning others, just like Ezekiel was faithful in his role as a watchman.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be a watchman for the house of Israel?
In Ezekiel 33:7, God appoints Ezekiel as a watchman to warn the people of Israel of impending danger, similar to how a watchman in a city would sound an alarm to warn of an enemy's approach, as seen in Ezekiel 3:17 and Ezekiel 33:2-6.
Why is it important for the watchman to hear the word from God's mouth?
The watchman must hear the word from God's mouth to give an accurate warning to the people, as God says in Ezekiel 33:7, and this is reinforced in Deuteronomy 18:18 where God says He will put His words in the mouth of His prophet.
What happens if the watchman fails to give the warning from God?
If the watchman fails to give the warning from God, he will be held accountable for the blood of those who perish, as stated in Ezekiel 33:8, emphasizing the importance of obedience to God's command to warn others, as also seen in Acts 20:26-27.
Is being a watchman only for prophets like Ezekiel?
While Ezekiel was a prophet, the principle of being a watchman can apply to all believers, as we are called to share the gospel and warn others of the dangers of sin, as seen in Ezekiel 33:7-9 and supported by Matthew 28:18-20 where Jesus commands us to make disciples of all nations.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can be a watchman for those around me, warning them of the dangers of sin and pointing them to Jesus?
- How can I ensure that I am hearing the word from God's mouth, and not just relying on my own understanding or the words of others?
- What are some potential consequences if I fail to warn others of the dangers of sin, and how can I be faithful in sharing the gospel with those around me?
- In what ways can I be more intentional about sharing the warning of God's judgment and the hope of salvation through Jesus with those around me?
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