Ezekiel Chapter 37 · Verse 13
And ye shall know that I am the LORD, when I have opened your graves, O my people, and brought you up out of your graves,
Original Language Analysis
וִֽידַעְתֶּ֖ם
And ye shall know
H3045
וִֽידַעְתֶּ֖ם
And ye shall know
Strong's:
H3045
Word #:
1 of 11
to know (properly, to ascertain by seeing); used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially (including o
כִּֽי
H3588
כִּֽי
Strong's:
H3588
Word #:
2 of 11
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
יְהוָ֑ה
that I am the LORD
H3068
יְהוָ֑ה
that I am the LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
4 of 11
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
בְּפִתְחִ֣י
when I have opened
H6605
בְּפִתְחִ֣י
when I have opened
Strong's:
H6605
Word #:
5 of 11
to open wide (literally or figuratively); specifically, to loosen, begin, plough, carve
אֶת
H853
אֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
6 of 11
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
וּבְהַעֲלוֹתִ֥י
and brought you up
H5927
וּבְהַעֲלוֹתִ֥י
and brought you up
Strong's:
H5927
Word #:
8 of 11
to ascend, intransitively (be high) or actively (mount); used in a great variety of senses, primary and secondary, literal and figurative
אֶתְכֶ֛ם
H853
אֶתְכֶ֛ם
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
9 of 11
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
Historical Context
The exiles needed to know Yahweh truly, not merely nominally (587 BC). Pre-exilic Israel knew God's name but not character, claiming Him while serving idols. Judgment and restoration would teach authentic knowledge of God. The return from exile demonstrated God's power and faithfulness, deepening theological understanding. Christ's resurrection supremely reveals God's character—power over death, faithfulness to promises, love for His people. Every conversion demonstrates "know that I am the LORD" as the Spirit opens spiritually blind eyes.
Questions for Reflection
- How has experiencing spiritual resurrection deepened your knowledge of God's character?
- What does it mean to know God truly versus merely knowing about Him?
Analysis & Commentary
"And ye shall know that I am the LORD, when I have opened your graves, O my people, and brought you up out of your graves." Resurrection serves to reveal God's identity and character. The phrase "know that I am the LORD" appears throughout Ezekiel—knowledge of God is redemption's goal. Salvation isn't merely escaping judgment but knowing God truly. The Reformed emphasis on knowledge of God as eternal life (John 17:3) appears here. Resurrection demonstrates God's power, faithfulness, and covenant love. Every resurrection—spiritual and physical—displays God's glory and evokes worship.