Ezekiel 36:23 Meaning and Explanation
“And I will sanctify my great name, which was profaned among the heathen, which ye have profaned in the midst of them; and the heathen shall know that I am the LORD, saith the Lord GOD, when I shall be sanctified in you before their eyes.”
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Read Full Chapter →God will restore His name's holiness through Israel, and the nations will acknowledge His lordship.
The Context of Ezekiel 36:23
The restoration of Israel becomes the public demonstration of God's holiness to all nations.
What Does Ezekiel 36:23 Mean?
The sanctification of God's name will occur through the restoration of Israel itself. When the nations see Israel restored, blessed, and walking in righteousness, they will see the reality of God's power and faithfulness. The personal transformation of Israel becomes the evidence of God's holiness.
The phrase 'sanctified in you before their eyes' indicates a public vindication. God's holiness will be demonstrated through what He does for and in Israel. The nations will move from scorn to acknowledgment: 'I am the LORD.'
Ezekiel 36:23 in the Original Language
qiddash (קִדַּשׁ), 'sanctified' — to be set apart as holy, to demonstrate holiness through mighty acts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 36:23
What does Ezekiel 36:23 mean?
God will restore His name's holiness through Israel, and the nations will acknowledge His lordship.
What is the context of Ezekiel 36:23?
The restoration of Israel becomes the public demonstration of God's holiness to all nations.