Ezekiel 11:9

Authorized King James Version

And I will bring you out of the midst thereof, and deliver you into the hands of strangers, and will execute judgments among you.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְהוֹצֵאתִ֤י

H3318

And I will bring you out

to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim

אֶתְכֶם֙

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

מִתּוֹכָ֔הּ

H8432

of the midst

a bisection, i.e., (by implication) the center

וְנָתַתִּ֥י

H5414

thereof and deliver

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

אֶתְכֶ֖ם

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

בְּיַד

H3027

you into the hands

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

זָרִ֑ים

H2114

of strangers

to turn aside (especially for lodging); hence to be a foreigner, strange, profane; specifically (active participle) to commit adultery

וְעָשִׂ֛יתִי

H6213

and will execute

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

בָכֶ֖ם

#10

שְׁפָטִֽים׃

H8201

judgments

a sentence, i.e., infliction

Analysis

Within the broader context of Ezekiel, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Ezekiel.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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