Ezekiel 39:28
Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)
يَعلمونَ أنِّي أنا الرّبُّ إلهُهُم، لأنِّي سبَيتُهُم إلى الأمَمِ ثُمَّ جَمعتُهُم إلى أرضِهِم. لا أُبقي هُناكَ مِنهُم أحدا مِنْ بَعدُ،
What Does This Mean?
This verse is about God promising to bring His people back to their homeland after being taken away to other countries. God is speaking, reminding the people that He is the one who caused their captivity and now He is bringing them back, and none will be left behind.
Explained for Children
Imagine you and your friends were taken away from your house by a mean bully. Then, a kind superhero comes and brings all of you back home. That's what God did for His people. He brought them back home after they were taken away.
Historical Background
Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this verse around 593-571 BCE. The audience was the Jewish people in exile. This was a time when the Babylonians had taken many Jews away from their homeland in Jerusalem.
Living It Out Today
Today, if a family is separated by war or natural disasters, just like God promised to bring the Israelites back home, we can find hope that one day, those families can be reunited. This can apply to any situation where there is a sense of loss and longing for home or family.
Topics
hopefaithreconciliationrestorationdivine interventioncaptivity
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean when God says He 'caused them to be led into captivity'?
God is reminding the people that He allowed their captivity as a consequence for their actions, yet He remains in control and ultimately brings them back for their restoration.
Why is this promise of restoration important?
This promise is important because it reassures the people of God's faithfulness and sovereignty, even in the darkest times, ensuring they will eventually return to their homeland.
How can this verse be applied to modern-day situations?
This verse can be applied to situations where people face separation from their homes or loved ones. It offers hope that God can bring restoration and reunification.
What does 'none of them any more there' imply?
This implies a complete restoration, where every last person who was in captivity will be brought back, leaving no one behind in exile.