Ezekiel 45:1
Arabic Bible Life (Targamet El Hayah) (LA)
وحين تقسمون الأرض ميراثا تخصصون منها تقدمة مقدسة للرب، طولها خمسة وعشرون ألف ذراع (نحو اثني عشر كيلومترا ونصف)، وعرضها عشرة آلاف ذراع (نحو خمسة كيلومترات) فتكون مقدسة على امتداد طول تخومها.
What Does This Mean?
Ezekiel tells the people that when they divide the land, they should set aside a special area for God. This area should be 25,000 reeds long and 10,000 reeds wide, and it should be completely holy. The speaker is Ezekiel, and the key message is about setting aside a special portion for God.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big piece of land and you want to share it with your friends. Ezekiel says, before you do that, you should give a special part of the land to God, like giving the best toy to your friend. This special part is very big and it belongs only to God.
Historical Background
Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this during the Babylonian exile, around 593-571 BCE. The audience was the Israelites who were in exile. The cultural setting was one of hope and anticipation for a return to their homeland.
Living It Out Today
Imagine you are planning to divide your inheritance among your siblings. This verse reminds you to set aside a portion for a charitable cause or a special project, showing that we should always honor God in our decisions and planning.
Topics
landsacrificeholinessinheritancededicationprophesy
Related Verses
Numbers 35:1-8Ezekiel 48:8-22Leviticus 27:16-24Acts 4:32-371 Corinthians 9:13-14
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Ezekiel emphasize setting aside a holy portion?
Ezekiel emphasizes this to remind the people of the importance of honoring God in every aspect of their lives, especially in how they use and distribute land.
What is the significance of the specific dimensions mentioned?
The dimensions signify the importance and the exclusivity of the portion dedicated to God, indicating that it should be a significant and carefully planned section.
Can this verse apply to modern land distribution?
Yes, it can apply to modern scenarios where land is divided, reminding people to set aside a portion for charitable or sacred use.
How does this relate to other parts of the Bible?
This verse relates to other biblical teachings on dedicating portions of one's life or possessions to God, such as tithing and offerings in the Old and New Testaments.