Ezekiel 24:27

Authorized King James Version

In that day shall thy mouth be opened to him which is escaped, and thou shalt speak, and be no more dumb: and thou shalt be a sign unto them; and they shall know that I am the LORD.

Word-by-Word Analysis

בַּיּ֣וֹם

H3117

In that day

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

הַה֗וּא

H1931

he (she or it); only expressed when emphatic or without a verb; also (intensively) self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demo

יִפָּ֤תַח

H6605

be opened

to open wide (literally or figuratively); specifically, to loosen, begin, plough, carve

פִּ֙יךָ֙

H6310

shall thy mouth

the mouth (as the means of blowing), whether literal or figurative (particularly speech); specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially (with prepos

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

הַפָּלִ֔יט

H6412

to him which is escaped

a refugee

וּתְדַבֵּ֕ר

H1696

and thou shalt speak

perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue

וְלֹ֥א

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

תֵֽאָלֵ֖ם

H481

and be no more dumb

to tie fast; hence (of the mouth) to be tongue-tied

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ע֑וֹד

H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

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וְהָיִ֤יתָ

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

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לָהֶם֙

#13

לְמוֹפֵ֔ת

H4159

and thou shalt be a sign

a miracle; by implication, a token or omen

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וְיָדְע֖וּ

H3045

unto them and they shall know

to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including o

#15

כִּֽי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

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אֲנִ֥י

H589

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יְהוָֽה׃

H3068

that I am the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

Analysis

Within the broader context of Ezekiel, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Ezekiel.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Ezekiel Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine sovereignty in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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