Ezekiel 36:38 Meaning
As the holy flock, as the flock of Jerusalem in her solemn feasts; so shall the waste cities be filled with flocks of men: and they shall know that I am the LORD.
Context Explained
36Then the heathen that are left round about you shall know that I the LORD build the ruined places, and plant that that was desolate: I the LORD have spoken it, and I will do it.
37Thus saith the Lord GOD; I will yet for this be enquired of by the house of Israel, to do it for them; I will increase them with men like a flock.
38As the holy flock, as the flock of Jerusalem in her solemn feasts; so shall the waste cities be filled with flocks of men: and they shall know that I am the LORD.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Psalm 23:1
Both passages use the imagery of flocks, symbolizing care and community.
John 10:14
Jesus refers to Himself as the good shepherd, connecting to the theme of flocks and care.
Ezekiel 34:31
Ezekiel also speaks of God's people as His flock, reinforcing the theme of restoration.
Source: Ezekiel 36:38