Introduction
INTRODUCTION TO EZEKIEL 17
Under the simile of two eagles and a vine are represented the kings of Babylon and Egypt, and the condition of the Jews, who are threatened with ruin for their perfidy; and yet a promise is made of the raising up of the house of Judah, and family of David, in the Messiah. The prophet is bid to deliver a riddle or parable to the house of Israel, Ezekiel 17:1 . The riddle or parable is concerning two eagles and a vine, which is delivered, Ezekiel 17:3 ; and the explanation of it is in Ezekiel 17:11 ; and then the destruction of the Jews is threatened for their treachery to the king of Babylon, Ezekiel 17:16 ; and the chapter is closed with a promise of the Messiah, and the prosperity of his kingdom, Ezekiel 17:22 .
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