Ezekiel 47:18 Meaning and Explanation
“And the east side ye shall measure from Hauran, and from Damascus, and from Gilead, and from the land of Israel by Jordan, from the border unto the east sea. And this is the east side.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The eastern border extends from Hauran and Damascus through Gilead and follows the Jordan River to the Dead Sea.
The Context of Ezekiel 47:18
The eastern border extends through Gilead and Hauran to the Dead Sea, following the Jordan River.
What Does Ezekiel 47:18 Mean?
The eastern boundary follows natural features—the Jordan River, the geography of Gilead and Hauran—and extends to the Dead Sea ('the east sea'). The Jordan, Israel's traditional eastern boundary, anchors this frontier, creating continuity with historical geography while extending the promised land to include surrounding regions previously beyond Israel's control.
The progression 'from the border unto the east sea' establishes a complete eastern frontier encompassing all territory from north to south along the Jordan and beyond. This eastward extent, typically viewed as the direction of blessing and divine presence in Ezekiel's vision, suggests that Israel's restoration includes gathering and extending dominion toward the rising sun.
Ezekiel 47:18 in the Original Language
yarden (יַרְדֵּן), 'Jordan' — 'the descender'; in Hebrew, a name capturing the river's dramatic flow downward and its role as both boundary and crossing point in Israel's covenant history.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 47:18
What does Ezekiel 47:18 mean?
The eastern border extends from Hauran and Damascus through Gilead and follows the Jordan River to the Dead Sea.
What is the context of Ezekiel 47:18?
The eastern border extends through Gilead and Hauran to the Dead Sea, following the Jordan River.