Ezekiel 3:22
New International Version
The hand of the LORD was on me there, and he said to me, “Get up and go out to the plain, and there I will speak to you.”

New Living Translation
Then the LORD took hold of me and said, “Get up and go out into the valley, and I will speak to you there.”

English Standard Version
And the hand of the LORD was upon me there. And he said to me, “Arise, go out into the valley, and there I will speak with you.”

Berean Standard Bible
And there the hand of the LORD was upon me, and He said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and there I will speak with you.”

King James Bible
And the hand of the LORD was there upon me; and he said unto me, Arise, go forth into the plain, and I will there talk with thee.

New King James Version
Then the hand of the LORD was upon me there, and He said to me, “Arise, go out into the plain, and there I shall talk with you.”

New American Standard Bible
Now the hand of the LORD was on me there, and He said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and there I will speak to you.”

NASB 1995
The hand of the LORD was on me there, and He said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and there I will speak to you.”

NASB 1977
And the hand of the LORD was on me there, and He said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and there I will speak to you.”

Legacy Standard Bible
And the hand of Yahweh was on me there, and He said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and there I will speak to you.”

Amplified Bible
The hand of the LORD was on me there, and He said to me, “Arise, go out to the plain, and I will speak to you.”

Christian Standard Bible
The hand of the LORD was on me there, and he said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and I will speak with you there.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then the hand of the LORD was on me there, and He said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and I will speak with you there.”

American Standard Version
And the hand of Jehovah was there upon me; and he said unto me, Arise, go forth into the plain, and I will there talk with thee.

Contemporary English Version
The LORD took control of me and said, "Stand up! Go into the valley, and I will talk with you there."

English Revised Version
And the hand of the LORD was there upon me; and he said unto me, Arise, go forth into the plain, and I will there talk with thee.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The power of the LORD came over me. He said, "Get up, and go to the plain. I will speak to you there."

Good News Translation
I felt the powerful presence of the LORD and heard him say to me, "Get up and go out into the valley. I will talk to you there."

International Standard Version
The hand of the LORD was upon me, and he told me, "Get up! Go to the valley, and I'll speak with you there."

Majority Standard Bible
And there the hand of the LORD was upon me, and He said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and there I will speak with you.”

NET Bible
The hand of the LORD rested on me there, and he said to me, "Get up, go out to the valley, and I will speak with you there."

New Heart English Bible
The hand of the LORD was there on me; and he said to me, "Arise, go forth into the plain, and I will there talk with you."

Webster's Bible Translation
And the hand of the LORD was there upon me; and he said to me, Arise, go forth into the plain, and I will there talk with thee.

World English Bible
Yahweh’s hand was there on me; and he said to me, “Arise, go out into the plain, and I will talk with you there.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And there is a hand of YHWH on me there, and He says to me, “Rise, go forth to the valley, and there I speak with you.”

Young's Literal Translation
And there is on me there a hand of Jehovah, and He saith to me, 'Rise, go forth to the valley, and there I do speak with thee.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And the hand of Jehovah will be there upon me; and he will say to me, Arise, go forth to the valley, and there I will speak with thee.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the hand of the Lord was upon me, and he said to me: Rise and go forth into the plain, and there I will speak to thee.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the hand of the Lord was over me. And he said to me: “Rise up, and go out to the plain, and there I will speak with you.”

New American Bible
The hand of the LORD came upon me there and he said to me: Get up and go out into the plain, where I will speak with you.

New Revised Standard Version
Then the hand of the LORD was upon me there; and he said to me, Rise up, go out into the valley, and there I will speak with you.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the hand of the LORD was there upon me; and he said to me, Arise, go forth into the plain, and I will talk to you there.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the hand of LORD JEHOVAH was upon me there, and he said to me: “Arise, go out to the plain, and there I shall speak with you”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the hand of the LORD came there upon me; and He said unto me: 'Arise, go forth into the plain, and I will there speak with thee.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the hand of the Lord came upon me; and he said to me, Arise, and go forth into the plain, and there shalt thou be spoken to.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
A Watchman for Israel
21But if you warn the righteous man not to sin, and he does not sin, he will indeed live because he heeded your warning, and you will have saved yourself.” 22And there the hand of the LORD was upon me, and He said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and there I will speak with you.” 23So I got up and went out to the plain, and behold, the glory of the LORD was present there, like the glory I had seen by the River Kebar, and I fell facedown.…

Cross References
Exodus 3:1-6
Meanwhile, Moses was shepherding the flock of his father-in-law Jethro, the priest of Midian. He led the flock to the far side of the wilderness and came to Horeb, the mountain of God. / There the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a blazing fire from within a bush. Moses saw the bush ablaze with fire, but it was not consumed. / So Moses thought, “I must go over and see this marvelous sight. Why is the bush not burning up?” ...

Isaiah 6:1-8
In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted; and the train of His robe filled the temple. / Above Him stood seraphim, each having six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. / And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.” ...

Jeremiah 1:4-10
The word of the LORD came to me, saying: / “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” / “Ah, Lord GOD,” I said, “I surely do not know how to speak, for I am only a child!” ...

Acts 9:3-6
As Saul drew near to Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. / He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute Me?” / “Who are You, Lord?” Saul asked. “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,” He replied. ...

Revelation 1:10-17
On the Lord’s day I was in the Spirit, and I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet, / saying, “Write on a scroll what you see and send it to the seven churches: to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea.” / Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned, I saw seven golden lampstands, ...

1 Kings 19:11-13
Then the LORD said, “Go out and stand on the mountain before the LORD. Behold, the LORD is about to pass by.” And a great and mighty wind tore into the mountains and shattered the rocks before the LORD, but the LORD was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the LORD was not in the earthquake. / After the earthquake there was a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire. And after the fire came a still, small voice. / When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the mouth of the cave. Suddenly a voice came to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?”

Daniel 10:4-9
On the twenty-fourth day of the first month, as I was standing on the bank of the great river, the Tigris, / I lifted up my eyes, and behold, there was a certain man dressed in linen, with a belt of fine gold from Uphaz around his waist. / His body was like beryl, his face like the brilliance of lightning, his eyes like flaming torches, his arms and legs like the gleam of polished bronze, and his voice like the sound of a multitude. ...

Acts 22:17-21
Later, when I had returned to Jerusalem and was praying at the temple, I fell into a trance / and saw the Lord saying to me, ‘Hurry! Leave Jerusalem quickly, because the people here will not accept your testimony about Me.’ / ‘Lord,’ I answered, ‘they know very well that in one synagogue after another I imprisoned and beat those who believed in You. ...

Genesis 12:1-3
Then the LORD said to Abram, “Leave your country, your kindred, and your father’s household, and go to the land I will show you. / I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. / I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.”

2 Corinthians 12:2-4
I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. Whether it was in the body or out of it I do not know, but God knows. / And I know that this man—whether in the body or out of it I do not know, but God knows— / was caught up to Paradise. The things he heard were inexpressible, things that man is not permitted to tell.

Isaiah 40:3-5
A voice of one calling: “Prepare the way for the LORD in the wilderness; make a straight highway for our God in the desert. / Every valley shall be lifted up, and every mountain and hill made low; the uneven ground will become smooth, and the rugged land a plain. / And the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all humanity together will see it.” For the mouth of the LORD has spoken.

Matthew 17:1-5
After six days Jesus took with Him Peter, James, and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. / There He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light. / Suddenly Moses and Elijah appeared before them, talking with Jesus. ...

Acts 10:9-16
The next day at about the sixth hour, as the men were approaching the city on their journey, Peter went up on the roof to pray. / He became hungry and wanted something to eat, but while the meal was being prepared, he fell into a trance. / He saw heaven open and something like a large sheet being let down to earth by its four corners. ...

Genesis 15:1-6
After these events, the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward.” / But Abram replied, “O Lord GOD, what can You give me, since I remain childless, and the heir of my house is Eliezer of Damascus?” / Abram continued, “Behold, You have given me no offspring, so a servant in my household will be my heir.” ...

2 Peter 1:16-18
For we did not follow cleverly devised fables when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were eyewitnesses of His majesty. / For He received honor and glory from God the Father when the voice came to Him from the Majestic Glory, saying, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” / And we ourselves heard this voice from heaven when we were with Him on the holy mountain.


Treasury of Scripture

And the hand of the LORD was there on me; and he said to me, Arise, go forth into the plain, and I will there talk with you.

the hand

Ezekiel 3:14
So the spirit lifted me up, and took me away, and I went in bitterness, in the heat of my spirit; but the hand of the LORD was strong upon me.

Ezekiel 1:3
The word of the LORD came expressly unto Ezekiel the priest, the son of Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the river Chebar; and the hand of the LORD was there upon him.

Ezekiel 37:1
The hand of the LORD was upon me, and carried me out in the spirit of the LORD, and set me down in the midst of the valley which was full of bones,

Arise

Ezekiel 8:4
And, behold, the glory of the God of Israel was there, according to the vision that I saw in the plain.

Acts 9:6
And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do.

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The hand of the LORD
This phrase signifies the power and authority of God actively working in the life of the prophet Ezekiel. In Hebrew, "hand" (יָד, yad) often symbolizes strength and control. The "hand of the LORD" indicates divine intervention and guidance, suggesting that Ezekiel is under God's direct influence and command. Historically, this expression is used throughout the Old Testament to denote God's mighty acts and presence, as seen in the deliverance of Israel from Egypt and the empowerment of prophets and leaders. It reassures believers of God's sovereign control over their lives and His ability to guide and protect them.

was upon me there
The phrase "was upon me" emphasizes a personal and direct encounter with God's presence. The Hebrew word for "upon" (עַל, al) suggests a covering or overshadowing, indicating that Ezekiel is enveloped by God's Spirit. The word "there" points to a specific location, which in the context of Ezekiel's prophetic ministry, often refers to a place of divine revelation or vision. This highlights the importance of being in the right place spiritually and physically to receive God's message. It serves as a reminder that God meets His people where they are, often in moments of solitude or reflection, to impart His will and purpose.

and He said to me
This phrase introduces direct communication from God to Ezekiel, underscoring the personal relationship between the Creator and His prophet. The act of God speaking (אָמַר, amar) is a recurring theme in Scripture, illustrating that God is not distant or silent but actively engages with His people. This communication is not just for Ezekiel's benefit but is intended to be shared with others, highlighting the role of the prophet as a messenger. It encourages believers to listen for God's voice in their own lives, through prayer, Scripture, and the prompting of the Holy Spirit.

Get up
The command "Get up" (קוּם, qum) is an imperative, calling Ezekiel to action. It signifies a transition from a passive state to one of readiness and obedience. In the biblical context, rising up often precedes a significant task or mission, as seen in the calls of other prophets and leaders. This command challenges believers to be prepared and willing to respond to God's call, leaving behind complacency and embracing the purpose He has set before them.

go out to the plain
The instruction to "go out to the plain" directs Ezekiel to a specific location for further revelation. The "plain" (בִּקְעָה, biq'ah) is a flat, open space, symbolizing a place of clarity and openness to receive God's message. In biblical history, plains and wilderness areas are often settings for divine encounters, such as Moses at the burning bush or Jesus in the wilderness. This setting away from distractions allows for focused communion with God. It encourages believers to seek solitude and quietness in their own lives to hear God's voice more clearly.

and there I will speak to you
The promise "and there I will speak to you" assures Ezekiel of a forthcoming divine revelation. The certainty of God's communication (דָּבַר, dabar) emphasizes His faithfulness and desire to guide His people. This assurance is a powerful reminder that God is willing to reveal His will to those who seek Him earnestly. It inspires believers to trust in God's timing and to be patient and expectant in their spiritual journey, knowing that He will provide guidance and wisdom when they are ready to receive it.

(22) The hand of the Lord was there upon me.--The prophet's week of silent meditation being past, and the charge of responsibility given, the constraining power of God again comes upon him, and sends him forth to the final act of preparation for his work.

Verse 22. - And the hand of the Lord was there upon me, etc. There is obviously an interval between the fact thus stated and the close of the message borne in on the prophet's soul. Psychologically, it seems probable that the effect of the message was to fill him with an overwhelming, crushing sense of the burden of his responsibility. How was he to begin so terrible a work? What were to be the nearer, and the remoter, issues of such a work? Apparently, at least, he does not then begin it by a spoken warning. He passes, at the Divine command borne in on his soul, from the crowd that had watched him during the seven days' silence, and betakes himself to the solitude of the "plain," as distinct from the "mound" where the exiles dwelt, and there the vision appears again in all points as he had seen it when he stood on the river's bank.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And there
שָׁ֖ם (šām)
Adverb
Strong's 8033: There, then, thither

the hand
יַד־ (yaḏ-)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3027: A hand

of the LORD
יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

was
וַתְּהִ֥י (wat·tə·hî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

upon me,
עָלַ֛י (‘ā·lay)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

and He said
וַיֹּ֣אמֶר (way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to me,
אֵלַ֗י (’ê·lay)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

“Get up,
ק֥וּם (qūm)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand

go out
צֵא֙ (ṣê)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

the plain,
הַבִּקְעָ֔ה (hab·biq·‘āh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 1237: A split, a wide level valley between mountains

and there
וְשָׁ֖ם (wə·šām)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb
Strong's 8033: There, then, thither

I will speak
אֲדַבֵּ֥ר (’ă·ḏab·bêr)
Verb - Piel - Imperfect - first person common singular
Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue

with you.”
אוֹתָֽךְ׃ (’ō·w·ṯāḵ)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among


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