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But you, son of man, behold, they shall lay bands on you, and shall bind you with them, and you shall not go out among them:
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The Prophet's Invisible Chains
Most commentators agree that the 'bands' binding Ezekiel were not literal ropes, but a metaphor. They represent the powerful constraint of the people's stubborn rebellion and refusal to listen. Their hard-heartedness effectively silenced the prophet, making it practically impossible for him to deliver his message. The chains were spiritual and moral, not physical.
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Ezekiel
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19th Century
Anglican
They shall put bands upon thee. —Ezekiel’s contemporary prophet, Jeremiah, was actually thrown into prison in Judea, and …
16th Century
Protestant
Now God explains the reason why He wishes the Prophet to cease for a time, and to remain at home as if dumb. They have placed, He said,
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But thou, O son of man, behold, they shall put bands upon thee Or, "bands shall be pu…
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Presbyterian
Let us acknowledge ourselves as forever indebted to the mediation of Christ for the blessed communion between God and humankind; and a true believe…
