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What occurred in the thirtieth year according to Ezekiel 1:1?
What occurred in the thirtieth year according to Ezekiel 1:1?
The heavens were opened, and I saw visions of God.
What does Ezekiel 1:2 specify about the time of the events?
What does Ezekiel 1:2 specify about the time of the events?
In the fifth day of the month, which was the fifth year of king Jehoiachin's captivity.
Who was called by the word of the LORD in Ezekiel 1:3?
Who was called by the word of the LORD in Ezekiel 1:3?
Ezekiel the priest, the son of Buzi.
What was seen in Ezekiel 1:4?
What was seen in Ezekiel 1:4?
What did the likeness of the four living creatures appear as in Ezekiel 1:5?
What did the likeness of the four living creatures appear as in Ezekiel 1:5?
How many faces did each living creature have according to Ezekiel 1:6?
How many faces did each living creature have according to Ezekiel 1:6?
What were the feet of the living creatures compared to in Ezekiel 1:7?
What were the feet of the living creatures compared to in Ezekiel 1:7?
What unusual feature did the living creatures have under their wings in Ezekiel 1:8?
What unusual feature did the living creatures have under their wings in Ezekiel 1:8?
What was unique about the wings of the living creatures in Ezekiel 1:9?
What was unique about the wings of the living creatures in Ezekiel 1:9?
What faces did the four living creatures have as described in Ezekiel 1:10?
What faces did the four living creatures have as described in Ezekiel 1:10?
What did the wings of the living creatures do as described in Ezekiel 1:11?
What did the wings of the living creatures do as described in Ezekiel 1:11?
What direction did the living creatures move according to Ezekiel 1:12?
What direction did the living creatures move according to Ezekiel 1:12?
What were the appearances of the living creatures compared to in Ezekiel 1:13?
What were the appearances of the living creatures compared to in Ezekiel 1:13?
What phenomenon is observed in Ezekiel 1:14 about the living creatures?
What phenomenon is observed in Ezekiel 1:14 about the living creatures?
What did Ezekiel see upon the earth beside the living creatures in Ezekiel 1:15?
What did Ezekiel see upon the earth beside the living creatures in Ezekiel 1:15?
How were the wheels described in Ezekiel 1:16?
How were the wheels described in Ezekiel 1:16?
What did the creatures do with their wheels as stated in Ezekiel 1:19?
What did the creatures do with their wheels as stated in Ezekiel 1:19?
What was the appearance of the rings of the wheels in Ezekiel 1:18?
What was the appearance of the rings of the wheels in Ezekiel 1:18?
What direction did the living creatures go in Ezekiel 1:20?
What direction did the living creatures go in Ezekiel 1:20?
What did Ezekiel hear when the living creatures went, according to Ezekiel 1:24?
What did Ezekiel hear when the living creatures went, according to Ezekiel 1:24?
Flashcards
Ezekiel's Vision
Ezekiel's Vision
Ezekiel's prophetic experience, marked by supernatural elements and visions of God.
Living Creatures
Living Creatures
Supernatural beings with human-like features, appearing in Ezekiel's vision.
Whirlwind and Cloud
Whirlwind and Cloud
Powerful, majestic phenomena preceding Ezekiel's vision of the Living Creatures.
Four Faces
Four Faces
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Four Wings
Four Wings
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Calf's Feet
Calf's Feet
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Wheels
Wheels
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Eyes on Wheels
Eyes on Wheels
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Synchronized Movement
Synchronized Movement
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Firmament
Firmament
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Great Waters Noise
Great Waters Noise
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Prophetic Ministry
Prophetic Ministry
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River Chebar
River Chebar
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King Jehoiachin
King Jehoiachin
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Captivity
Captivity
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Divine Presence
Divine Presence
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Amber Color
Amber Color
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Human-like Appearance
Human-like Appearance
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Symbolism
Symbolism
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Study Notes
Overview of Ezekiel Chapter 1
- Ezekiel begins his prophetic ministry during the thirtieth year and fifth year of King Jehoiachin's captivity, while among captives by the river Chebar.
- The chapter opens with a vision of God and significant supernatural elements.
Vision of the Living Creatures
- Ezekiel sees a whirlwind and a great cloud emanating fire and brightness, described with a color resembling amber.
- Four living creatures appear, each having a human-like appearance.
- Each creature possesses four faces (man, lion, ox, eagle) and four wings, emphasizing their complexity and otherworldly nature.
Physical Description of the Creatures
- Their feet are straight like a calf's foot, shining like burnished brass, indicating purity and strength.
- Each creature has human-like hands beneath their wings and body structure suggesting movement and agility.
- The wings of the creatures are interconnected, allowing them to move in unison without turning.
Movement and Energy
- The creatures move straight forward, following the direction of the spirit without deviation.
- Their movement is dynamic, akin to flashes of lightning, showcasing speed and energy.
Vision of Wheels
- A wheel appears beside the creatures, crafted with a design resembling a wheel within a wheel, heralding complexity and versatility in motion.
- The wheels are filled with eyes, signifying omniscience and the ability to perceive their surroundings.
Spiritual Connection
- The wheels move in synchronization with the living creatures, indicating a deep mystical connection between the spirit of the creatures and the wheels.
- The spirit's presence is felt throughout the creatures and wheels, suggesting an underlying divine order.
Firmament and Atmosphere
- Above the living creatures is a firmament, appearing as a crystal-like structure; it serves as a dome over the divine vision.
- The wings of the creatures extend beneath this firmament, portraying their role in the celestial hierarchy.
Sound and Symbolism
- The noise of the creatures' wings is likened to the sound of great waters, symbolizing power and the voice of God.
- The description underscores a sense of awe and reverence in the divine presence experienced by Ezekiel.
Conclusion
- Ezekiel's vision is rich in imagery, blending elements of nature, celestial beings, and divine presence, setting the tone for his prophetic messages to the exiled people of Israel.
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