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The Stick of Judah and the Stick of Joseph, Part I: The Doctors Disagree

TitleThe Stick of Judah and the Stick of Joseph, Part I: The Doctors Disagree
Publication TypeMagazine Article
Year of Publication1953
AuthorsNibley, Hugh W.
MagazineImprovement Era
Volume56
Issue Number1
Pagination16–17, 38–41
Date PublishedJanuary 1953
KeywordsEzekiel (Book); Ezekiel (Prophet); Prophecy; Record; Recordkeeping; Stick of Joseph; Stick of Judah; Writing System
Abstract

This series discusses how writing on tally sticks is related to Ezekiel 37 and the meaning of the prophecy that two sticks shall become one. The author offers extensive commentary on the traditional interpretations given to Ezekiel 37. The first part covers the meaning of the term 'stick' as used in the scriptures.