Ezekiel 17:8 net — In a good field, by abundant waters, it was planted to grow branches, bear fruit, and become a beautiful vine.

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"In a good field, by abundant waters, it was planted to grow branches, bear fruit, and become a beautiful vine."

— Ezekiel 17:8, NET Bible

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Ezekiel 17 — Context

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He took one of the seedlings of the land, placed it in a cultivated plot; a shoot by abundant water, like a willow he planted it.

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It sprouted and became a vine, spreading low to the ground; its branches turning toward him, its roots were under itself. So it became a vine; it produced shoots and sent out branches.

7

“‘There was another great eagle with broad wings and thick plumage. Now this vine twisted its roots toward him and sent its branches toward him to be watered from the soil where it was planted.

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In a good field, by abundant waters, it was planted to grow branches, bear fruit, and become a beautiful vine.

9

“‘Say to them: This is what the Sovereign LORD says:“‘Will it prosper? Will he not rip out its roots and cause its fruit to rot and wither? All its foliage will wither. No strong arm or large army will be needed to pull it out by its roots.

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Consider! It is planted, but will it prosper? Will it not wither completely when the east wind blows on it? Will it not wither in the soil where it sprouted?’”

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Then LORD’s message came to me:

Ezekiel 17:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Ezekiel 17:8 say?
Ezekiel 17:8 in the NET Bible reads: “In a good field, by abundant waters, it was planted to grow branches, bear fruit, and become a beautiful vine.”
Where is Ezekiel 17:8 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 17:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 17, verse 8.
Who wrote Ezekiel?
Ezekiel is traditionally attributed to Ezekiel the priest. It was written c. 593–571 BC.
What is the book of Ezekiel about?
Ezekiel ministers among the exiles in Babylon with vivid visions, sign-acts, and oracles. He sees God's glory depart from a defiled temple, then promises dry bones brought to life, a new heart, and a restored temple — pictures of resurrection and the new covenant fulfilled in Christ.
What are the major themes of Ezekiel?
Ezekiel explores themes including Glory of God, Judgment, New Heart, Resurrection, New Temple. These themes shape the meaning and context of Ezekiel 17:8.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 17:8 in?
Ezekiel 17:8 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Ezekiel 17:8?
Ezekiel 17:8 reads (NET): “In a good field, by abundant waters, it was planted to grow branches, bear fruit, and become a beautiful vine.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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