The Book of the Prophet Ezekiel

Dr Carley's commentary on the Book of Ezekiel makes its meaning available to the modern reader, particularly by explaining the historical context.

Keith W. Carley (Author)

9780521097550, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 14 November 1974

344 pages
23.5 x 15.8 x 2 cm, 0.38 kg

The prophet Ezekiel, in exile from the land of Judah ,came, to see the reason for his country's downfall, and prophesied its eventual restoration with the revival of faith and moral responsibility. This visionary book is often difficult to understand. Dr Carley's commentary makes its meaning available to the modern reader, particularly by explaining the historical context. When so explained, the book has a relevance still for people looking for meanings in a time of national and moral crisis.

What the book is about
The order of the book
How did the book come to be written?
Ezekiel and his disciples
From Babylon to Jerusalem
Ezekiel and other parts of the Old Testament
The style, text and history of the book
Ezekiel's call to be a prophet
The impending ruin of Jerusalem
Jerusalem's guilt and punishment
Jerusalem's downfall certain
Prophecies against foreign nations
The remnant of Israel in the land
God's triumph over the world
The restored theocracy
The message of the book.

Subject Areas: Biblical studies & exegesis [HRCG]