Ezekiel 38:17

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

هٰكذا قالَ السَّيِّدُ الرَّبّ: أَلَستَ أَنتَ الَّذي تَكَلَّمتُ علَيه في الأَيَّامِ القَديمةِ على أَلسِنَةِ عَبيدي أَنبِياءِ إِسْرائيلَ المُتَنَبِّئينَ في تِلكَ الأَيَّامِ وطَوالَ السِّنينَ بِأَنِّي سأَجلُبُكَ علَيهم.

What Does This Mean?

In Ezekiel 38:17, God is speaking directly to Gog, reminding him of the prophecies made long ago by Israel's prophets that God would bring Gog against Israel. The key message is that God's plans have been revealed from the beginning.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game of chess and your dad tells you, 'Remember when I said I would move this piece to attack you? I've been planning this move for a long time.' That's kind of what God is saying to Gog here. He's reminding Gog that He's been talking about this for a long time.

Historical Background

This verse is from the book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around 593-571 BCE. The audience was primarily the exiled Israelites in Babylon. The cultural setting was one of political turmoil and exile, with Ezekiel conveying messages of hope and warning from God.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, if you're facing a difficult situation that you've known about for a long time, remember that just as God has been preparing for the events in Ezekiel, He is also preparing you for the challenges you face.

Topics

• prophecy
• God's sovereignty
• Israel
• war
• judgment
• hope

Related Verses

• Ezekiel 38:1
• Ezekiel 39:21
• Isaiah 27:13
• Joel 3:2
• Revelation 20:7

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Gog in Ezekiel 38:17?

Gog is a leader of a northern confederacy who will lead an invasion against Israel at the end times, as prophesied by Ezekiel.

What does it mean that God spoke 'in old time'?

It means that God had been warning about these events long ago, emphasizing the continuity and fulfillment of His prophecies.

Why is God reminding Gog of these prophecies?

God is reminding Gog to show that His plans are unfolding as He promised, and to affirm His sovereignty over all events.

How does this verse relate to God's plan for the world?

This verse is part of God's larger plan to bring judgment and ultimately salvation, showing His control over history and the fulfillment of His promises.