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Son of man, I have made you a watchman to the house of Israel: therefore hear the word at my mouth, and give them warning from me.
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The Watchman's Divine Duty
Commentators explain that God appoints spiritual leaders—like pastors and teachers—as "watchmen." This is not a self-appointed role but a divine commission. Their duty is to be vigilant, watch over the spiritual safety of God's people, and warn them of danger, just as a city watchman would guard against an approaching enemy.
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Ezekiel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Watchman - The priests and ministers of the Lord were often so called. Ezekiel is especially distinguished by this title ([Reference Ezekiel…
16th Century
Protestant
Now the Prophet shows more clearly why he continued in silence for seven days: it was because, indeed, he had been appointed a teacher, but the tim…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Son of man, I have made you a watchman unto the house of Israel
Not in a civil sense, a watchman of a town or city…
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