What is the meaning of Ezekiel 48:23? As for the rest of the tribes “Ezekiel 48” has been listing the future land grants in order from north to south. After detailing the priests’ territory, the prince’s land, and the special allotment surrounding the sanctuary (Ezekiel 48:1-22), the prophet turns back to the ordinary tribal borders. By saying, “As for the rest of the tribes,” the Lord signals that the remaining sons of Jacob are about to receive their inheritance exactly as promised (Genesis 28:13; Ezekiel 47:21-23). • God’s covenant faithfulness stands out: every tribe—none excluded—will obtain a share (cf. Joshua 21:43-45). • The phrase also reminds us that God is orderly; no tribe is forgotten or slighted (1 Corinthians 14:33). Benjamin will have one portion “Benjamin will have one portion” echoes the ancient promise that each tribe receives “one portion to each” (Ezekiel 47:13-14). • Benjamin, Jacob’s youngest, long ago received prophetic assurance of a secure allotment (Genesis 49:27). • Historically, Benjamin’s territory nestled beside Judah’s (Joshua 18:11-28); here it does so again, showing continuity between past settlement and future restoration (Jeremiah 32:44). • The single, undivided “portion” underlines unity—no internal fragmentation, no tribal jealousy (Ezekiel 37:22). Extending from the east side to the west side The boundary runs straight from the Jordan Valley in the east to the Mediterranean Sea in the west, just as the prior tribal bands do (Ezekiel 48:1-8, 24-28). • A full east-west strip pictures completeness—the tribe enjoys the whole breadth of the land God swore to Abraham (Genesis 15:18). • Equality is emphasized: every tribe receives the same orientation and breadth (Ezekiel 47:14), reflecting God’s impartial generosity (Acts 10:34-35). • The orderly, parallel borders anticipate a millennial kingdom marked by peace and stability (Isaiah 32:18). summary Ezekiel 48:23 announces that, once the special holy district is assigned, Benjamin will obtain his own equal, uninterrupted band of territory stretching from east to west, just like the other tribes. The verse underscores God’s meticulous faithfulness to every covenant promise, His orderly administration of future blessings, and the unity and equality that will characterize Israel in the coming kingdom. |
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