Q. The prophet Ezekiel is addressed as “Son of Man”. Why this unusual title?

A. Here’s a reason from Rashi, the great Biblical commentator. Being that Ezekiel was privy to the most spiritual and esoteric of visions, this title was a subtle reminder that helped him keep perspective and keep it from getting to his head. Rashi gives another explanation, too: This vision took Ezekiel to the level of the angels who stood around and said, “What is this son of man doing here?”