The World English Bible (WEB): Ezekiel

In the midst of exile, a priest named Ezekiel finds himself by the river Chebar when the heavens suddenly split open. He witnesses a storm of fire, lightning and a quartet of strange, radiant beings—each with four faces and wings—that move in perfect, unturning harmony. Beside them whirl extraordinary wheels full of eyes, all set beneath a crystal‑like expanse and a sapphire throne that glows with divine brilliance.

The vision does more than dazzle; a voice from the throne calls the trembling figure “son of man” and entrusts him with a message for a restless people. As the spirit lifts him to his feet, the narrative invites listeners into a world where awe‑inspiring symbols convey the urgency of prophecy. This opening sets the tone for a prophetic journey that blends vivid imagination with timeless themes of faith, responsibility, and hope.