Ezekiel 48:18
Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)
«أمَّا الجُزءُ البَاقِي مِنَ المِنْطَقَةِ المُكَرَّسَةِ للهِ، عَلَى جَانِبَيِّ المَدِينَةِ، بِطُولِ عَشْرَةِ آلَافِ ذِرَاعٍ إلَى الشَّرقِ وَعَشْرَةِ آلَافِ ذِرَاعٍ إلَى الغَرْبِ مِنَ المَدِينَةِ، فَسَتَكُونُ مُخَصَّصَةً لِتَزْوِيدِ العَامِلِينَ بِالمَدِينَةِ بِالطَعَامِ.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes a detailed division of land where a portion is set aside for the city's servants to grow food. Ezekiel is the speaker, and the key message is about the allocation of land for the sustenance of those who serve the city.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big piece of land, and you decide to give some of it to the people who help take care of the town. This land will be used to grow food for them. It's like sharing a garden with your neighbors so everyone has enough to eat.
Historical Background
Ezekiel wrote this prophecy around 593-571 BCE. It was directed to the exiled Israelites, providing them with a vision of what their restored homeland would look like, emphasizing the importance of structured communal living and support systems.
Living It Out Today
In today's context, think about how communities allocate resources for those who serve them. For example, a city might set aside housing or funds for its teachers and healthcare workers, ensuring they are well-supported in their roles.
Topics
communityserviceprophesyresourcesland divisionsustainability
Related Verses
Numbers 35:1-8Ezekiel 45:1-5Ezekiel 47:13-23Acts 4:32-351 Timothy 5:17-18
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the land allocated specifically for those who serve the city?
The allocation serves to ensure that those who support the city have their own means of sustenance, promoting stability and self-sufficiency within the community.
What does this verse tell us about the role of servants in ancient cities?
It highlights the importance of servants in maintaining the city's functionality and shows that their support was considered crucial to the city's operation and well-being.
How does this relate to modern city planning?
Modern city planning can draw from this concept by ensuring that essential workers and community servants have adequate resources and support to fulfill their roles effectively.
What lessons can we learn from this verse about community support?
We can learn the value of structured support systems within communities, ensuring that those who serve others have their own needs met, fostering a mutually supportive environment.