Explanatory Notes on the Whole Bible: Ezekiel: Ezekiel Chapter 15
Explanatory Notes on the Whole Bible, by John Wesley, [1754-65]
Ezekiel 15:2
eze 15:2
The vine - tree - Israel is here compared to a vine, which, when fruitless, is utterly unprofitable. This the prophet minds them of to humble them, and awaken them to fruitfulness. A branch - One branch of a tree in the forest is of more use than the whole vine - tree is, except for its fruit.
Ezekiel 15:3
eze 15:3
A pin - Will it afford even a pin to drive into a wall or post, on which you may safely fasten any weight.
Ezekiel 15:4
eze 15:4
For fuel - When for its barrenness it is cut down, it is fit only to burn.
Ezekiel 15:6
eze 15:6
Given - Doomed for food to the fire.
Ezekiel 15:8
eze 15:8
Because - They have been so perpetually trespassing, that it seems a continued act.