Ezekiel 36:27

Authorized King James Version

And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye shall keep my judgments, and do them.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְאֶת

H853

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

רוּחִ֖י

H7307

my spirit

wind; by resemblance breath, i.e., a sensible (or even violent) exhalation; figuratively, life, anger, unsubstantiality; by extension, a region of the

אֶתֵּ֣ן

H5414

And I will put

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

בְּקִרְבְּכֶ֑ם

H7130

within

properly, the nearest part, i.e., the center, whether literal, figurative or adverbial (especially with preposition)

וַעֲשִׂיתֶֽם׃

H6213

and do

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

אֵ֤ת

H853

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

אֲשֶׁר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

בְּחֻקַּי֙

H2706

in my statutes

an enactment; hence, an appointment (of time, space, quantity, labor or usage)

תֵּלֵ֔כוּ

H1980

to walk (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

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וּמִשְׁפָּטַ֥י

H4941

my judgments

properly, a verdict (favorable or unfavorable) pronounced judicially, especially a sentence or formal decree (human or (participant's) divine law, ind

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תִּשְׁמְר֖וּ

H8104

and ye shall keep

properly, to hedge about (as with thorns), i.e., guard; generally, to protect, attend to, etc

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וַעֲשִׂיתֶֽם׃

H6213

and do

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

Analysis

Within the broader context of Ezekiel, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. 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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

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?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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