Ezekiel 20:42 Meaning and Explanation
“And ye shall know that I am the LORD, when I shall bring you into the land of Israel, into the country for the which I lifted up mine hand to give it to your fathers.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Israel will recognize God's lordship when brought back to the promised land.
The Context of Ezekiel 20:42
God will be recognized as Lord when Israel is restored to the promised land.
What Does Ezekiel 20:42 Mean?
The knowledge of God comes through experience: when Israel walks back into the land God swore to give them, they will understand God's character and purpose in a new way. The fulfillment of the ancient oath, delayed centuries, becomes the ultimate sign of God's faithfulness and sovereignty.
This fulfillment completes a covenant circle: God lifted up His hand in Egypt to promise the land to Abraham's descendants, then lifted His hand in judgment to withhold it from the rebel generations, then lifts His hand again to restore it to the faithful remnant. Each movement of God's hand is an act of speech, showing that God's word will be established.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 20:42
What does Ezekiel 20:42 mean?
Israel will recognize God's lordship when brought back to the promised land.
What is the context of Ezekiel 20:42?
God will be recognized as Lord when Israel is restored to the promised land.