hand of the LORDיָד
yad YHWH · Hebrew Noun
A metaphor representing the power, authority, and presence of God directed toward a person, often empowering them for prophetic service or judgment. It signifies that the prophet is under the direct control and enablement of God.
Spirit of the LORDרוּחַ
ruach YHWH · Hebrew Noun
The third person of the Trinity, the active agent of God’s power, revelation, and life-giving presence. In the Old Testament, the Spirit often empowers prophets, enables supernatural movement, and executes God's creative and redemptive work.
Son of manבֶּן־אָדָם
ben adam · Hebrew Noun phrase
A Hebrew idiom used primarily in Ezekiel to address the prophet, emphasizing his humanity in contrast to the majesty and holiness of the LORD. It highlights the vast distance between the creature and the Creator.
Lord GODאֲדֹנָי יְהוִה
Adonai YHWH · Hebrew Noun phrase
The title for God that expresses His absolute sovereignty, majesty, and lordship over all creation. It is a combination of the name Adonai (Lord/Master) and Yahweh (the self-existent, covenant-keeping name of God).
Prophesyנָבָא
naba · Hebrew Verb
To declare God’s message under divine inspiration. It involves communicating the revealed will of God to His people, often calling for repentance or declaring future redemptive or judgmental acts.
word of the LORDדָּבָר
dabar YHWH · Hebrew Noun
The communication of God's mind, will, and truth to humanity. It is considered authoritative, creative, and life-changing, possessing the power to bring about what it declares.
breathרוּחַ
ruach · Hebrew Noun
The vital force, wind, or spirit that sustains life. It represents the creative breath of God that animates humanity and the supernatural renewal of life that only God can bestow.
sinewsגִּידִים
gidim · Hebrew Noun
Fibrous tissues that connect muscles to bones; metaphorically representing the structural strength and stability God restores to His people.
breathרוּחַ
ruach · Hebrew Noun
In the Bible, this often refers to the spirit, wind, or life-giving power of God that animates and sustains human life and creation.
the LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal name of the God of Israel, highlighting His covenant relationship, holiness, and sovereignty.
prophesiedנָבָא
naba · Hebrew Verb
To speak under divine inspiration or command; a message delivered on behalf of God to reveal His will or announce future events.
son of manבֶּן-אָדָם
ben-adam · Hebrew Noun phrase
A title frequently used for the prophet Ezekiel, emphasizing his humanity in contrast to the majesty and transcendence of God.
Lord GODאֲדֹנָי יְהוִה
Adonai YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun phrase
A divine title combining the name of the covenant God with the word for Master or Sovereign, emphasizing God's supreme authority.
slainחָלָל
chalal · Hebrew Adjective/Noun
People who have been killed; in prophetic literature, this often refers to the spiritually or nationally dead who are in need of divine intervention to be restored.
armyחַיִל
chayil · Hebrew Noun
A large, organized, and powerful group of soldiers; symbolically representing God's people restored to strength and purpose to carry out His mission.
Son of manבֶּן־אָדָם
ben 'adam · Hebrew Noun phrase
A title for Ezekiel, highlighting his humanity and frailty in contrast to the divine majesty of God. It emphasizes his role as a representative of the human race before God.
Israelיִשְׂרָאֵל
yisra'el · Hebrew Proper Noun
The collective descendants of Jacob, chosen by God to be His covenant people, set apart to represent Him to the nations. Theologically, it refers to both the historical nation and the spiritual community of faith.
hopeתִּקְוָה
tiqwah · Hebrew Noun
The confident expectation of divine favor and fulfillment of God's promises, often anchored in God's character rather than visible circumstances. It is the antithesis of despair.
LORDיְהוָה
yahweh · Hebrew Proper Noun
The Covenant name of God (Yahweh), representing His eternal, unchanging nature, His faithfulness to His promises, and His personal relationship with His people.
Spiritרוּחַ
ruach · Hebrew Noun
The divine agency of God, essential for creation, sustaining life, empowering prophets, and regenerating the hearts of His people to enable them to obey and live for Him.