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Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 3:17

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Watchman - The priests and ministers of the Lord were often so called. Ezekiel is especially distinguished by this title Ezekiel 33:7. The duties of a watchman are twofold, (1) to wait and watch what God will order, (2) to watch over and superintend the people. Isaiah describes and censures unfaithful watchmen Isaiah 56:10. return to 'Top of Page'
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