Ezekiel 47:1 Meaning and Explanation
“Afterward he brought me again unto the door of the house; and, behold, waters issued out from under the threshold of the house eastward: for the forefront of the house stood toward the east, and the waters came down from under from the right side of the house, at the south side of the altar.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Ezekiel 47:1
Ezekiel's vision of God's restored presence includes a miraculous river of restoration.
What Does Ezekiel 47:1 Mean?
Ezekiel stands at the threshold of the temple, witnessing the fulfillment of redemptive vision. Water issuing from under the threshold—the lowest part of the structure—symbolizes the source of life originating from God's dwelling place, flowing outward to reach all creation.
This water flows from the altar's south side, the place of sacrifice. The directional movement eastward suggests expansion and abundance, as the lifegiving flow begins its journey to restore a broken world through the grace that emanates from the sanctuary.
Ezekiel 47:1 in the Original Language
mayim (מַיִם), 'waters' — in Hebrew, both the literal substance and a metaphor for God's blessing, abundance, and renewing grace.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 47:1
What does Ezekiel 47:1 mean?
A river of healing water flows from beneath the holy house toward the east.
What is the context of Ezekiel 47:1?
Ezekiel's vision of God's restored presence includes a miraculous river of restoration.