Ezekiel 17:2

Son of man, put forth a riddle, and speak a parable unto the house of Israel;

King James Version
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Other Translations for Ezekiel 17:2

BSB
"Son of man, pose a riddle; speak a parable to the house of Israel
AKJV
Son of man, put forth a riddle, and speak a parable to the house of Israel;
CPDV
"Son of man, propose an enigma and describe a parable to the house of Israel,
ERV
Son of man, put forth a riddle, and speak a parable unto the house of Israel;
NHEB
"Son of man, put forth a riddle, and speak a parable to the house of Israel;
SMT
Son of man, propose an enigma and use a parable to the house of Israel;

Commentary for Ezekiel 17:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Ezekiel 17:2
Summary
Prophet commanded to teach through riddles
Event
Parabolic instruction commanded
Estimated Time Period
c. 590 BC
Category
Teaching