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Ezek. 12:1–28 The predictions of exile in this chapter come during a time when the exile has already begun. Thus, the chapter probably relates to the uncertain decade between 597 b.c. (the deportation during the reign of Jehoiachin, during which Ezekiel was exiled) and 587 (the final fall of Jerusalem, during the reign of Zedekiah).
Ezek. 12:2 On Ezekiel’s use of the phrase rebellious house (also vv. 9, 25), see note on 2:2–4.
Ezek. 12:3 In their sight is repeated seven times in vv. 3–7, further underlining the prophecy’s main point. The hope that they will understand (literally, that they will “see”) also develops this theme.
Ezek. 12:8–15 The explanation of the symbolic actions has both a broad and a narrow application. Verse 10 targets the prince in Jerusalem—a reference to Zedekiah, whom Ezekiel refuses to refer to as “king.” The rest of v. 10 and the plural references of v. 11 broaden the scope to the remaining Judeans. Verses 12–15 detail the fate of Zedekiah as recorded in 2 Kings 25. Still, this remains a sign for you (plural, Ezek. 12:11), that is, for Ezekiel’s fellow exiles.
Ezek. 12:13 he shall not see it. The fate of Zedekiah is clearly in view here. Compare 2 Kings 25:7; Jer. 52:11.
Ezek. 12:21–28 Apparently the delay in the prophecy’s fulfillment allowed time for counter-prophecies to be given. These false statements are answered here.
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