Ezek.

Religion abbreviation · Bible Book

Ezek. stands for Ezekiel, a Bible book abbreviation.

Written by Ezekiel, a priest exiled to Babylon, this 48-chapter book is known for vivid visions such as God's chariot throne with wheels (chapter 1) and the valley of dry bones that come back to life (chapter 37).

Example: The spiritual "Dem Bones" draws on Ezek. 37.

Usage notes

SBL writes Ezek, and short forms use Ez. The book ends with a detailed vision of a restored Temple. Ezekiel's symbolic actions, such as lying on his side for 390 days, are among the most unusual in the prophets.

Related abbreviations

More Bible book abbreviations

• Dan. – Daniel
• Deut. – Deuteronomy
• Eccl. – Ecclesiastes
• Eph. – Ephesians
• Esth. – Esther
• Exod. – Exodus
• Ezr – Ezra
• Gal. – Galatians
• Gen. – Genesis
• Hab. – Habakkuk
• Hag. – Haggai
• Heb. – Hebrews

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