Difference between revisions of "Ezekiel (prophet)"
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[[John]] frequently quoted the [[Book of Ezekiel]] in the [[Book of Revelation]]. | [[John]] frequently quoted the [[Book of Ezekiel]] in the [[Book of Revelation]]. | ||
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Ezekiel was a prophet born in Jerusalem who lived in the 500s B.C. He was a contemporary of Jeremiah.
Ezekiel sought the spiritual improvement of the Hebrews. He disagreed that the Messiah would be a military ruler, and instead emphasized that the Messiah would more likely be a humble shepherd. Ezekiel frequently criticized the unfaithful.
John frequently quoted the Book of Ezekiel in the Book of Revelation.