BBE - Encouraging Bible Images => Ezekiel 1:1

BBE Image Bible : Scripture in Images Ezekiel 1:1

1. Now it came about in the thirtieth year, in the fourth month, on the fifth day of the month, while I was by the river Chebar among those who had been made prisoners, that the heavens were made open and I saw visions of God.

Read the verse in its context BBE Ezekiel 1:1

BBE Ezekiel 1:1 overlaying nature image scene: Mountain streams sing ancient songs. Sunlight dances through clear pools.;1. Now it came about in the thirtieth year, in the fourth month, on the fifth day of the month, while I was by the river Chebar among those who had been made prisoners, that the heavens were made open and I saw visions of God.

previous / next -Ezekiel 1 ;

KJV ; BBE ; Segond ; Segond 21

Links to sermons and other Bible studies from AB Lausanne Church on Ezekiel 1

BBE summary for : Ezekiel 1

Summary: Ezekiel chapter 1 presents a dramatic and symbolic vision experienced by the prophet Ezekiel while he was in exile by the Kebar River in Babylon. The chapter opens with a vivid description of a divine encounter, marked by a stormy wind, a great cloud with fire, and brilliant light, which sets the stage for God's revelations. Central to this vision is the appearance of four living creatures, each having distinct features, representing a unique aspect of God's creation, as well as the divine chariot, which is described in detail. The imagery emphasizes God's sovereignty and the transcendence of His glory. The chapter also introduces the concept of God's presence, crucial for the Israelite community in exile, who may have felt abandoned. The throne-like structure above the living creatures signifies God's kingship and authority, reinforcing the theme that even in exile, God is actively involved with His people. Overall, Ezekiel 1 serves to remind the Israelites of God's power, majesty, and continued commitment to them, despite their circumstances, setting the foundation for the prophetic messages that follow.

Read the Bible Verse Ezekiel 1:1 in other verses of the Bible. See => multilingual verses Ezekiel 1:1

Podcast : Listen to the Bible in 1 year Podcast

BBE Images for the first verses in Ezekiel chapter 1

Christian Bible images for Ezekiel

See similar nature images overlayed with verses from the collection of free images in other Bible versions/ languages :

English Bible Versions :KJV Image Bible/ Scripture in Images ; Bible in Basic English Images
French Bible Versions :Images pour la Bible Segond ; Images pour la Bible Segond 21 (S21)

NOTE: the images are free to use and share. Please include a link to our site to help others find this resource.

Bible in Basic English (BBE) Images