Ezekiel 39:16 Meaning and Explanation
“And also the name of the city shall be Hamonah. Thus shall they cleanse the land.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →A city near the burial ground is named Hamonah, completing the land's cleansing.
The Context of Ezekiel 39:16
A city is named Hamonah as part of the land's restoration.
What Does Ezekiel 39:16 Mean?
Hamonah ('multitude') is the city's new name, commemorating the event. Place names become witnesses to what God accomplished. The burial ground and nearby city are permanently named after Gog's multitude, creating a lasting reminder for future generations.
The verse concludes the cleansing section with finality: 'Thus shall they cleanse the land.' The work is complete. Israel's territory is restored, purified, and reclaimed. The names ensure that God's judgment and Israel's deliverance are never forgotten—they are written into the geography itself.
Ezekiel 39:16 in the Original Language
Hamonah (הֲמוֹנָה, hamonah) — 'multitude,' the name given to the city commemorating the burial of Gog
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 39:16
What does Ezekiel 39:16 mean?
A city near the burial ground is named Hamonah, completing the land's cleansing.
What is the context of Ezekiel 39:16?
A city is named Hamonah as part of the land's restoration.