The Gary DeMar Podcast How Ezekiel 38 Debunks Futurism
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Mar 27, 2026 A deep dive into how Ezekiel 38–39 should be read in its original post-exilic context. A critique of literalist futurism that retrofits ancient imagery into modern nations and weapons. Close reading of Hebrew terms, unwalled cities, and place names that point to a past fulfillment. A fresh comparison linking Ezekiel’s account with the book of Esther.
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Ezekiel 38–39 Fits A Past Fulfillment
- Ezekiel 38–39 reads as a prophecy fulfilled in Israel's past, not a distant future war.
- Gary DeMar argues the imagery and historical markers fit the post-exilic period, so futurist readings force modern parallels onto ancient language.
Misrepresented As Saying Ezekiel Refered To Assyria
- Joel Richardson accused Gary DeMar of claiming Ezekiel 38 referred to Assyria, which DeMar says is false.
- DeMar notes a search of his own book shows he never tied Ezekiel 38–39 to the Assyrian invasion.
Interpret Ezekiel From The Ancient Audience
- Read Ezekiel from the perspective of its immediate ancient audience before mapping it onto modern geopolitics.
- DeMar urges checking original Hebrew meanings (like rosh) and historical context instead of imposing contemporary identities like Russia.
