What is the meaning of Ezekiel 34:14? I will feed them in good pasture “I will feed them in good pasture” • The LORD Himself steps in as Shepherd, replacing corrupt leaders (Ezekiel 34:11–12; Jeremiah 23:3–4). • His “feeding” points to tangible provision—land, crops, safety (Ezekiel 36:8–11)—and spiritual nourishment fulfilled in Christ, the Bread of Life (John 6:35; John 10:11). • The phrase reveals intimate care: God does not delegate the task; He personally tends His flock, echoing Psalm 23:1–2 where He makes His sheep “lie down in green pastures.” the lofty mountains of Israel will be their grazing land “and the lofty mountains of Israel will be their grazing land” • Mountains picture the restored homeland—secure, elevated, fertile (Ezekiel 17:22–23; Amos 9:13–15). • God’s promise is literal: Israel will graze again on her own heights, reversing exile (Ezekiel 36:24). • Spiritually, believers today feed on blessings “in the heavenly realms” (Ephesians 1:3) while awaiting the full earthly restoration of Israel (Romans 11:25–27). There they will lie down in a good grazing land “There they will lie down in a good grazing land” • “Lie down” signals safety, rest, and freedom from predators (Psalm 23:2; Zephaniah 3:13). • The Shepherd supplies peace no false ruler could give (John 14:27). • Future Kingdom peace is pictured here—no fear, no shortage, only contentment under Messiah’s rule (Isaiah 32:17–18; Micah 4:4). they will feed in rich pasture on the mountains of Israel “they will feed in rich pasture on the mountains of Israel” • Repetition underscores abundance: not sparse grass but “rich pasture” (Isaiah 49:9–10; Joel 3:18). • The mountains become a banquet hall, previewing the messianic feast (Isaiah 25:6). • Ultimate fulfillment reaches into eternity where the Lamb shepherds His people to “springs of living water” (Revelation 7:17). summary Ezekiel 34:14 promises that God Himself will shepherd His scattered flock, bringing them back to Israel’s highlands, supplying abundant material and spiritual provision, and granting secure rest. The verse anticipates Israel’s future restoration and foreshadows Christ’s ongoing pastoral care for all who trust Him. |
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