eldersזָקֵן
zaqen · Hebrew Noun
The recognized leaders of the community of Israel, often characterized by age, experience, and the responsibility of governing the people according to God's law.
word of the LORDדָּבָר
dabar YHWH · Hebrew Noun
A divine revelation or message from God, often functioning as an authoritative communication that carries the power and will of the Creator to humanity.
Son of manבֶּן אָדָם
ben adam · Hebrew Noun phrase
A title used extensively in Ezekiel; it emphasizes the human frailty and mortality of the prophet in contrast to the majesty and holiness of the Almighty God.
idolsגִּלּוּלִים
gillulim · Hebrew Noun
Representations or objects of worship, often man-made, that displace the Lord as the primary focus of devotion, trust, and loyalty in the human heart.
stumbling block of their iniquityמִכְשׁוֹל עָוֹן
mikshol 'avon · Hebrew Noun phrase
An object, idea, or behavior that causes someone to stumble, fall, or commit sin, effectively creating a barrier between the individual and obedience to God.
Lord GODאֲדֹנָי יְהוִה
Adonay YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The sovereign Lord, the Master and Ruler of all creation, who holds authority over the universe and to whom all human beings are ultimately accountable.
prophetנָבִיא
nabi · Hebrew Noun
An intermediary chosen by God to receive divine revelation and communicate God’s will, warnings, or promises to the people.
heartsלֵב
leb · Hebrew Noun
The Hebrew concept for 'heart' signifies the inner self, the seat of intellect, will, desire, and moral decision-making, which dictates the direction of a person's life.
estrangedזוּר
zur · Hebrew Adjective/Participle
Describes a state of being cut off or alienated from a relationship, specifically used in Scripture to denote a spiritual separation between God and His people caused by apostasy or sin.
Repentשׁוּב
shub · Hebrew Verb
A change of mind or heart that results in a change of direction, involving turning away from sin and turning toward God. It is a necessary response to God's command and grace.
idolsגִּלּוּל
gillul · Hebrew Noun
Physical or mental representations of false gods or anything that replaces the one true God as the supreme object of affection, trust, or worship. Idolatry is viewed as spiritual adultery against the covenant-keeping God.
abominationsתּוֹעֵבָה
to'ebah · Hebrew Noun
Things that are detestable or disgusting to God, particularly practices related to idolatry, moral corruption, or violations of the covenant law. It represents that which is fundamentally contrary to God's holiness.
stumbling blockמִכְשׁוֹל
mikshol · Hebrew Noun
A metaphorical or literal obstacle that causes a person to trip, fall, or stumble in their walk with God. In a theological sense, it refers to sin or false teaching that leads one away from obedience to God.
iniquityעָוֹן
avon · Hebrew Noun
Refers to moral failure, guilt, or the perversity of heart that deviates from the standard of God's righteousness. It captures both the act of sin and the weight of the resulting guilt.
prophetנָבִיא
nabi' · Hebrew Noun
One who receives divine revelation to communicate God's will to the people. While often faithful, the title can also be applied to those who claim to speak for God but do so falsely.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Noun
The name of the covenant-keeping God of Israel. It denotes His self-existence, eternal nature, and personal relationship with His people.
signאוֹת
oth · Hebrew Noun
A notable event, object, or person used as a warning or a symbol of God's judgment, meant to teach others a lesson about the consequences of disobedience.
bywordמָשָׁל
mashal · Hebrew Noun
A target of mocking, scorn, or reproach; a cautionary example used to illustrate the outcome of turning away from God.
deceivedפָּתָה
patah · Hebrew Verb
The act of God sovereignly allowing or judicialy hardening someone in their deception as a consequence of their refusal to seek the truth. It demonstrates God's control over all things, including the judgment of those who suppress the truth.
punishmentעָוֹן
avon · Hebrew Noun
The outcome of wrongdoing, involving the bearing of the consequences, guilt, or judgment incurred by sinful actions. It emphasizes that sin has an inherent price that must be paid.
house of Israelבֵּית יִשְׂרָאֵל
beit yisra'el · Hebrew Noun phrase
In an evangelical context, this refers to the covenantal community of God, set apart as His chosen nation, intended to live in obedience and covenant relationship with Him.
go astrayתָּעוּ
ta'u · Hebrew Verb
To wander or err from the right path, often used metaphorically for departing from God's revealed will or turning toward idolatry.
defile themselvesיִטַּמְּאוּ
yittamme'u · Hebrew Verb
To make ceremonially or morally unclean; in this context, it refers to the spiritual corruption caused by sin and idolatry that renders a person unfit for the presence of a holy God.
transgressionsפֶּשַׁע
pesha' · Hebrew Noun
Refers to acts of rebellion, willful violation of God’s law, or stepping across the boundaries set by His covenant.
my Godאֱלֹהִים
elohim · Hebrew Noun
The fundamental declaration of the covenant relationship: God commits Himself to His people, and they commit themselves exclusively to Him as their Sovereign and Savior.
