Ezekiel 47:19 · KJV
"And the south side southward, from Tamar even to the waters of strife in Kadesh, the river to the great sea. And this is the south side southward."
King James Version
What does Ezekiel 47:19 mean? →Passage Context
17And the border from the sea shall be Hazar-enan, the border of Damascus, and the north northward, and the border of Hamath. And this is the north side.
18And the east side ye shall measure from Hauran, and from Damascus, and from Gilead, and from the land of Israel by Jordan, from the border unto the east sea. And this is the east side.
19And the south side southward, from Tamar even to the waters of strife in Kadesh, the river to the great sea. And this is the south side southward.
20The west side also shall be the great sea from the border, till a man come over against Hamath. This is the west side.
21So shall ye divide this land unto you according to the tribes of Israel.
Reflection Questions
1
How does understanding the boundaries of Israel impact your view of God's promises?
2
What does the concept of restoration mean for you personally?
3
When have you felt a sense of belonging or homecoming?
Life Application
faith
Consider how God's promises provide a sense of security in your life.
community
Reflect on how you can help restore relationships within your community.
Places in This Verse
Kadesh
Kadesh was a significant location in the wilderness, often associated with Israel's wanderings and struggles.
Tamar
Tamar is mentioned in the context of geographical boundaries, possibly referring to a location in the Negev region.
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