Ezekiel 20:41 Meaning and Explanation
“I will accept you with your sweet savour, when I bring you out from the people, and gather you out of the countries wherein ye have been scattered; and I will be sanctified in you before the heathen.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Ezekiel 20:41
God will accept restored Israel's worship and display His sanctity before the nations.
What Does Ezekiel 20:41 Mean?
The 'sweet savor' of restored Israel's worship will be pleasing to God, a reversal of the 'provocation of their offering' mentioned earlier. When Israel is gathered from exile, truly purified and devoted, their worship will be acceptable. The gathering itself becomes an act of worship, Israel's return an offering to God.
The phrase 'I will be sanctified in you before the heathen' reveals God's ultimate purpose: the nations will see God's holiness displayed in Israel's restoration and redemption. Israel's return from exile will be a testimony to all peoples of God's power, justice, and mercy. God's sacred purpose will be vindicated before the watching world.
Ezekiel 20:41 in the Original Language
reyach nichoach (רֵיחַ נִיחוֹחַ), 'sweet savor' — a fragrant smell, metaphor for worship that is pleasing and acceptable to God. The phrase suggests both God's pleasure and the idea of worship ascending to heaven.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 20:41
What does Ezekiel 20:41 mean?
God will restore Israel and accept their worship, displaying His sanctity before the nations.
What is the context of Ezekiel 20:41?
God will accept restored Israel's worship and display His sanctity before the nations.