Ezekiel • Ezekiel ben Buzi
Ezekiel the Prophet
Biblical EraEzekiel the Prophet, one of the greatest of the prophets, prophesied in Babylon during the exile. He beheld the vision of the Divine Chariot, foretold the destruction of Jerusalem and the resurrection of the dead, and described the future Temple.
Biography
Ezekiel the Prophet, one of the greatest of the prophets, prophesied in Babylon during the exile. He beheld the vision of the Divine Chariot, foretold the destruction of Jerusalem and the resurrection of the dead, and described the future Temple.
Life Story
Childhood
A priest from the family of Buzi, he was exiled to Babylon together with King Jehoiachin.
Teachers
The prophets of his generation.
Family
His wife died on the day of the siege of Jerusalem, and God commanded him not to mourn.
Key Events
The vision of the Divine Chariot, prophecies concerning Jerusalem, the vision of the valley of dry bones, and Ezekiel’s Temple.
Miracles
He prophesied the resurrection of the dry bones, and they rose to life.
Influence
His prophecies of redemption and the resurrection of the dead have given hope to generations.
Death
He passed away in Babylon during the exile.
Writings
The Book of Ezekiel
Prophet
Prophecies of the Divine Chariot, rebuke and consolation, and a description of the future Temple.
His Way and Views
Torah Study
He rebuked and guided the exiles in Babylon.
Halacha
He described the laws of the future Temple.
Faith
Faith in redemption and the resurrection of the dead.
Ethics
Justice and repentance.
Character
Holy and profound.
Public Role
A prophet who encouraged the exiles.
Famous Quotes
"I will give you a new heart, and I will place a new spirit within you."
"And you are My flock, the flock of My pasture; you are human beings."
Famous Stories
In the vision of the valley of dry bones, Ezekiel saw very many bones, exceedingly dry, and God caused them to stand upon their feet and brought upon them spirit, sinews, and flesh. This was a parable for the revival of the nation.
Timeline
The Babylonian exile
Beginning of his prophecy
Prophecy of the destruction of Jerusalem
Passing