2:1 The Voice (to Ezekiel): Son of man, rise to your feet. I want to speak to you.
2:2 As soon as the voice spoke, the Spirit entered me and lifted me to my feet; I listened to what the voice told me.
2:3 The Voice: Son of man, I am dispatching you to the people of Israel. They are a rebellious nation that lives in defiance of Me. They and their ancestors have broken loyalties with Me even up to this very day.
2:4 Go to the Israelites, who are stubborn and hardhearted, and tell them, “This is what the Eternal Lord has to say.”
2:5 Whether this nation of rebels listens or refuses to listen to My message, at least they will know a prophet has visited them.
2:6 Do not fear them or their words, son of man. Though you will dwell among the thistles and briars of their hostility, though their reactions will make you think you’re sitting on scorpions, do not be afraid. Pay no attention to their threats, and don’t let their glaring faces intimidate you. They are a rebellious lot.
2:7 It is vital you feed them My words, whether they choose to digest them or not, for they are a rebellious people.
2:8 Listen to what I tell you, son of man. Do not follow their rebellious ways. Open your mouth and eat what I give you.
2:9 When I looked, I saw a hand extended toward me. In its palm was a scroll.
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