Ezekiel 37:16 Meaning and Explanation
“Moreover, thou son of man, take thee one stick, and write upon it, For Judah, and for the children of Israel his companions: then take another stick, and write upon it, For Joseph, the stick of Ephraim, and for all the house of Israel his companions:”
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Read Full Chapter →Ezekiel is commanded to take two sticks, write Judah on one and Joseph/Ephraim on the other, representing the divided kingdoms.
The Context of Ezekiel 37:16
A symbolic action representing the divided kingdoms of Israel and Judah.
What Does Ezekiel 37:16 Mean?
God commands a symbolic action: Ezekiel is to take sticks and label them. One stick represents Judah (the southern kingdom) and its companions. The other represents Joseph or Ephraim (the northern kingdom) and its companions. The sticks represent the political division that had fractured Israel.
This symbolic action sets up the message: the two kingdoms, separated since the civil war that split the nation, will be reunited. The use of Judah and Joseph deliberately emphasizes the major tribal blocks of south and north.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 37:16
What does Ezekiel 37:16 mean?
Ezekiel is commanded to take two sticks, write Judah on one and Joseph/Ephraim on the other, representing the divided kingdoms.
What is the context of Ezekiel 37:16?
A symbolic action representing the divided kingdoms of Israel and Judah.