Verse 38. - The thought of the shepherd suggests, as in Matthew 25:33, the separation of the sheep from the goats. The land of the restored Israel was to be a land of righteousness, and the rebels were not to enter into it. Was Ezekiel thinking of those who were thus to die in ...
Cyrus is again the likely reference here, as he was raised by God to fulfill His purpose of liberating the Israelites from Babylonian captivity. This highlights the theme of divine providence, where God uses individuals, regardless of their knowledge of Him, to fulfill His plans. The "far-off...
Every time it passes through, it will carry you away; it will pass through every morning — every day and every night. Only terror will cause you to understand the message.Holman Christian Standard BibleEvery time it passes through, it will carry you away; it will pass through every ...