Ezekiel

Who He Was

Ezekiel, also spelled Ezechiel (; Hebrew: יְחֶזְקֵאל, romanized: Yəḥezqēl [jə.ħɛzˈqeːl]; Koine Greek: Ἰεζεκιήλ, romanized: Iezekiḗl [i.ɛ.zɛ.kiˈel]), was an Israelite priest. The Book of Ezekiel, relating his visions and acts, is named after him. The Abrahamic religions acknowledge Ezekiel as a prophet. According to the narrative, Ezekiel prophesied the destruction of Judah's capital city Jerusalem. In 587 BC, the Neo-Babylonian Empire conquered Jerusalem, destroyed Solomon's Temple, and sent the Judahite upper classes into the Babylonian captivity. However, Ezekiel also prophesied the eventual restoration of the Jewish people to the Land of Israel. It is believed he died around 570 BC; Ezekiel's Tomb is a Jewish religious site in Mesopotamia. Three decades later, in 539 BC, the Persian empire conquered Babylon and the Edict of Cyrus repatriated the exiles. The name "Ezekiel" means "God is strong" or "God strengthens" in Hebrew. Recognized in: Judaism, Christianity.

Birth and Early Life

Traditional and historical sources place Ezekiel in the era of 6th century BCE. Where such dates are traditional, mythic, or disputed rather than historically established, they should be read as the tradition's own reckoning rather than confirmed chronology.

His Calling / Mission

The scriptures and traditions of Judaism, Christianity describe the calling and mission of Ezekiel; the key passages are listed under Sacred Texts and Scripture below.

Religion and Teachings

Ezekiel is honored within Judaism, Christianity. His teaching and significance are set out in the sacred texts that record his life.

Sacred Texts and Scripture

Scriptural references: the Book of Ezekiel

Major Accomplishments and Events

The account of Ezekiel's life, works, and significance is preserved in the scriptures cited above and in the living tradition of Judaism, Christianity.

Death and Legacy

Ezekiel is remembered across Judaism, Christianity as one of the foundational figures of faith, and continues to be honored in scripture, devotion, and scholarship. Source: Wikipedia