Ezekiel 39:1
Ezekiel 39:1 in Multiple Translations
“As for you, O son of man, prophesy against Gog and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Gog, chief prince of Meshech and Tubal.
Therefore, thou son of man, prophesy against Gog, and say, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I am against thee, O Gog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal:
And thou, son of man, prophesy against Gog, and say, Thus saith the Lord Jehovah: Behold, I am against thee, O Gog, prince of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal:
And you, son of man, be a prophet against Gog, and say, These are the words of the Lord: See, I am against you, O Gog, ruler of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal:
“Son of man, prophesy against Gog and announce that this is what the Lord God says: Watch out, because I'm condemning you Gog, chief prince of Meshech and Tubal.
Therefore, thou sonne of man, prophecie against Gog, and say, Thus sayeth the Lord God, Behold, I come against thee, O Gog, ye chiefe prince of Meshech and Tubal.
And thou, son of man, prophesy concerning Gog, and thou hast said: Thus said the Lord Jehovah: Lo, I [am] against thee, O Gog, Prince of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal,
“You, son of man, prophesy against Gog, and say, ‘The Lord GOD says: “Behold, I am against you, Gog, prince of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal.
Therefore, thou son of man, prophesy against Gog, and say, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I am against thee, O Gog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal:
And thou, son of man, prophesy against Cog, and say: Thus saith the Lord God: Behold, I come against thee, O Cog, the chief prince of Mosoch and Thubal.
Yahweh said to me, “You human, prophesy about more terrible things that will happen to Gog, and say this to him: ‘Gog, I am opposed to you who rule Meshech and Tubal.
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Ezekiel 39:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אַתָּ֤ה
בֶן
אָדָם֙
הִנָּבֵ֣א
עַל
גּ֔וֹג
וְ/אָ֣מַרְתָּ֔
כֹּ֥ה
אָמַ֖ר
אֲדֹנָ֣/י
יְהוִ֑ה
הִנְ/נִ֤י
אֵלֶ֨י/ךָ֙
גּ֔וֹג
נְשִׂ֕יא
רֹ֖אשׁ
מֶ֥שֶׁךְ
וְ/תֻבָֽל
וְ/אַתָּ֤ה
ʼattâh
H859
you(m.s.)
Conj | Pron
בֶן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
אָדָם֙
ʼâdâm
H120
the man (Adam)
N-ms
הִנָּבֵ֣א
nâbâʼ
H5012
to prophesy
V-Niphal-Impv-2ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
גּ֔וֹג
Gôwg
H1463
Gog
N-proper
וְ/אָ֣מַרְתָּ֔
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
כֹּ֥ה
kôh
H3541
thus
Adv
אָמַ֖ר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אֲדֹנָ֣/י
ʼĂdônây
H136
Lord
N-mp | Suff
יְהוִ֑ה
Yᵉhôvih
H3069
YHWH/God
N-proper
הִנְ/נִ֤י
hên
H2005
look!
Part | Suff
אֵלֶ֨י/ךָ֙
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
גּ֔וֹג
Gôwg
H1463
Gog
N-proper
נְשִׂ֕יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
leader
N-ms
רֹ֖אשׁ
rôʼsh
H7218
head
N-ms
מֶ֥שֶׁךְ
Meshek
H4902
Meshech
N-proper
וְ/תֻבָֽל
Tûwbal
H8422
Tubal
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 39:1
וְ/אַתָּ֤ה
ʼattâh
H859
"you(m.s.)"
Conj | Pron
You is the translation of a Hebrew word used to address someone directly, like when God says you to someone in the Bible. It can be singular or plural, and is often translated as thee, thou, or ye.
Definition: you (second pers. sing. masc.)
Usage: Occurs in 997 OT verses. KJV: thee, thou, ye, you. See also: Genesis 3:11; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 14:1.
בֶן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אָדָם֙
ʼâdâm
H120
"the man (Adam)"
N-ms
Adam was the first human, created by God and mentioned in Genesis 2:19, who married Eve and had sons including Cain, Abel, and Seth.
Definition: The first named man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.2.19; married to Eve (H2332); father of: Cain (H7014B), Abel (H1893) and Seth (H8352); also translated "man" at Gen.2.19,21,23; 3.8,9,20; 5.2; "mankind" at Deu.32.8; "others" at Job.31.33; Another spelling of a.dam (אָדָם "Adam" H0121) man, human being
Usage: Occurs in 526 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] another, [phrase] hypocrite, [phrase] common sort, [idiom] low, man (mean, of low degree), person. See also: Genesis 1:26; Judges 18:7; Psalms 8:5.
הִנָּבֵ֣א
nâbâʼ
H5012
"to prophesy"
V-Niphal-Impv-2ms
To prophesy means to speak or sing under the influence of the divine spirit, as seen in the prophets of the Bible. This can include predicting the future or simply speaking God's message to others.
Definition: 1) to prophesy 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to prophesy 1a1a) under influence of divine spirit 1a1b) of false prophets 1b)(Hithpael) 1b1) to prophesy 1b1a) under influence of divine spirit 1b1b) of false prophets Aramaic equivalent: ne.va (נבא "to prophesy" H5013)
Usage: Occurs in 102 OT verses. KJV: prophesy(-ing), make self a prophet. See also: Numbers 11:25; Jeremiah 27:16; Jeremiah 2:8.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
גּ֔וֹג
Gôwg
H1463
"Gog"
N-proper
Gog refers to a northern nation and an Israelite, mentioned in the Bible, with his name meaning 'mountain'. He is associated with the lands of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal, and Magog.
Definition: Gog = "mountain" the land of Rosh, Meshech and Tubal, and Magog Also named: Gōg (Γώγ "Gog" G1136)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Gog. See also: 1 Chronicles 5:4; Ezekiel 38:16; Ezekiel 39:11.
וְ/אָ֣מַרְתָּ֔
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
כֹּ֥ה
kôh
H3541
"thus"
Adv
This Hebrew word means thus or in this manner. It can also indicate a location or time, such as here or now. The KJV translates it in various ways, including also, here, and so.
Definition: 1) thus, here, in this manner 1a) thus, so 1b) here, here and there 1c) until now, until now...until then, meanwhile Aramaic equivalent: kah (כָּה "thus" H3542)
Usage: Occurs in 541 OT verses. KJV: also, here, + hitherto, like, on the other side, so (and much), such, on that manner, (on) this (manner, side, way, way and that way), + mean while, yonder. See also: Genesis 15:5; 1 Kings 22:20; Isaiah 7:7.
אָמַ֖ר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
אֲדֹנָ֣/י
ʼĂdônây
H136
"Lord"
N-mp | Suff
Adonay is a title used to refer to God, spoken in place of Yahweh as a sign of reverence and respect. It is used throughout the Bible to address God or refer to Him in a formal way. Adonay is a term of worship and devotion.
Definition: Lord - a title, spoken in place of Yahweh in Jewish display of reverence Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 430 OT verses. KJV: (my) Lord. See also: Genesis 15:2; Isaiah 3:17; Psalms 2:4.
יְהוִ֑ה
Yᵉhôvih
H3069
"YHWH/God"
N-proper
YHWH is a name for God, often used in combination with 'Lord'. It is similar to Yehovah, but with different vowels. This name emphasizes God's power and authority.
Definition: 1) Jehovah-used primarily in the combination 'Lord Jehovah' 1a) equal to ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068) but pointed with the vowels of e.lo.him (אֱלֹהִים "God" H0430)
Usage: Occurs in 296 OT verses. KJV: God. See also: Genesis 15:2; Ezekiel 14:21; Psalms 68:21.
הִנְ/נִ֤י
hên
H2005
"look!"
Part | Suff
An expression meaning look or behold, used to get someone's attention, like in the prophet Isaiah's writings. It can also express surprise or introduce a hypothetical situation.
Definition: interj 1) behold, lo, though hypothetical part 2) if Aramaic equivalent: hen (הֵן "look!" H2006A)
Usage: Occurs in 311 OT verses. KJV: behold, if, lo, though. See also: Genesis 3:22; Job 2:6; Psalms 51:7.
אֵלֶ֨י/ךָ֙
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
גּ֔וֹג
Gôwg
H1463
"Gog"
N-proper
Gog refers to a northern nation and an Israelite, mentioned in the Bible, with his name meaning 'mountain'. He is associated with the lands of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal, and Magog.
Definition: Gog = "mountain" the land of Rosh, Meshech and Tubal, and Magog Also named: Gōg (Γώγ "Gog" G1136)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Gog. See also: 1 Chronicles 5:4; Ezekiel 38:16; Ezekiel 39:11.
נְשִׂ֕יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
"leader"
N-ms
This word refers to a leader or a high-ranking official, like a king or a captain. It can also describe a rising mist, as seen in Isaiah 60:13. In the Bible, it often symbolizes power and authority.
Definition: one lifted up, chief, prince, captain, leader
Usage: Occurs in 120 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, cloud, governor, prince, ruler, vapour. See also: Genesis 17:20; Numbers 34:26; Psalms 135:7.
רֹ֖אשׁ
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
מֶ֥שֶׁךְ
Meshek
H4902
"Meshech"
N-proper
Meshech was a son of Japheth and the ancestor of a people group, first mentioned in Genesis 10:23. They lived in the north of Israel and are often referenced in the Bible. Meshech means drawing out.
Definition: A man of the Syrians living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.10.23; son of: Aram (H0758); brother of: Uz (H5780), Hul (H2343) and Gether (H1666); also called Meshech at 1Ch.1.17; Another name of mash (מַשׁ "Mash" H4851) § Mesech or Meshech = "drawing out" 1) son of Japheth, grandson of Noah, and progenitor of peoples to the north of Israel 1a) descendants of Mesech often mentioned in connection with Tubal, Magog, and other northern nations including the Moschi, a people on the borders of Colchis and Armenia
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Mesech, Meshech. See also: Genesis 10:2; Ezekiel 27:13; Psalms 120:5.
וְ/תֻבָֽל
Tûwbal
H8422
"Tubal"
Conj | N-proper
Tubal refers to a region in Asia Minor, similar to Cappadocia. It is named after a postdiluvian patriarch and his descendants. The area is mentioned in the book of Genesis.
Definition: § Tubal = "thou shall be brought" a region in east Asia Minor perhaps nearly equal to Cappadocia
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Tubal. See also: Genesis 10:2; Ezekiel 32:26; Isaiah 66:19.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 39:1
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- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 39:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 39:1
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:1
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 39:1
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 39:1
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:1
- Sermons on Ezekiel 39:1
Context — The Slaughter of Gog’s Armies
1“As for you, O son of man, prophesy against Gog and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Gog, chief prince of Meshech and Tubal.
2I will turn you around, drive you along, bring you up from the far north, and send you against the mountains of Israel. 3Then I will strike the bow from your left hand and dash down the arrows from your right hand.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezekiel 38:2–3 | “Son of man, set your face against Gog of the land of Magog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal. Prophesy against him and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Gog, chief prince of Meshech and Tubal. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 35:3 | and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Mount Seir. I will stretch out My hand against you and make you a desolate waste. |
| 3 | Nahum 3:5 | “Behold, I am against you,” declares the LORD of Hosts. “I will lift your skirts over your face. I will show your nakedness to the nations and your shame to the kingdoms. |
| 4 | Nahum 2:13 | “Behold, I am against you,” declares the LORD of Hosts. “I will send your chariots up in smoke, and the sword will devour your young lions. I will cut off your prey from the earth, and the voices of your messengers will no longer be heard.” |
Ezekiel 39:1 Summary
This verse, Ezekiel 39:1, tells us that God is against a person named Gog, who is leading a group of people against God's people. This shows that God is protective of those who belong to Him, just like a parent protects their child (as seen in Psalm 121:3). God's opposition to Gog is a reminder that He is a just and loving God who will not tolerate evil, as described in Psalm 97:10. By trusting in God's sovereignty, we can have confidence that He will always be with us and protect us, just as He promises in Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gog and why is God against him?
Gog is described as the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal, and God is against him because of his opposition to God's people, as seen in Ezekiel 39:1, similar to how God was against Pharaoh in Exodus 5:1-2 for opposing the Israelites.
What does it mean for God to be 'against' someone?
When the Bible says God is against someone, it means He is opposed to their actions and will judge them, as seen in Ezekiel 39:1 and also in Psalm 81:15, where God is against those who hate Him.
Is this prophecy about a specific historical event or a future event?
While Ezekiel 39:1-3 describes a specific event, its fulfillment is still a matter of interpretation, with some seeing it as a historical event and others as a future prophecy, similar to how Isaiah 17:1-3 has been interpreted in different ways.
How does this verse relate to God's overall plan of salvation?
This verse shows God's protection of His people, as seen in Ezekiel 39:1, and His ultimate plan to redeem and restore them, as described in Romans 11:25-27, highlighting God's faithfulness and love for His people.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for God to declare Himself 'against' someone, and how should this affect my understanding of God's character?
- How does the concept of God's opposition to evil relate to my own life and the world around me?
- What can I learn from God's willingness to confront and judge those who oppose Him, as seen in Ezekiel 39:1?
- How can I apply the principle of God's protection of His people, as seen in this verse, to my own life and trust in God's sovereignty?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 39:1
Therefore, thou son of man, prophesy against Gog,.... As he had been ordered to do before, and must still continue to do it: behold, I am against thee, O Gog; which is repeated for the confirmation
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 39:1
Therefore, thou son of man, prophesy against Gog, and say, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I am against thee, O Gog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal: Behold, I am against thee, O Gog, the
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:1
Ezekiel 39:1 Therefore, thou son of man, prophesy against Gog, and say, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I [am] against thee, O Gog, the chief prince of Meshech and Tubal:Ver. 1. Prophesy against Gog.] Prophesy again against him, for my people’ s greater comfort. The Jews - noted ever to have been a light, serial, and fanatical nation, apt to work themselves into the fool’ s paradise of a sublime dotage - expounding this prophecy according to the letter, conclude that Christ is not yet come, because these things here foretold are not yet fulfilled. When he doth come, they say, he shall set up his kingdom at Jerusalem, gather all Israel out of all coasts unto himself there, send each one to his own tribe, and that most certainly, by the operation of his Holy Spirit. There they shall be no sooner settled, and the kingdom not yet fully established, but Gog and Magog shall bring a huge army against Jerusalem, where they shall fall by the sword, lie unburied, &c.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:1
CHAPTER XXXIX The prophet goes on to denounce the Divine judgments against Gog and his army, 1-7; and describes their dreadful slaughter, 8-10, and burial, 11-16, in terms so very lofty and comprehensive, as must certainly denote some very extraordinary interposition of Providence in behalf of the Jews. And to amplify the matter still more, the prophet, with peculiar art and propriety, delays the summoning of all the birds and beasts of prey in nature to feast on the slain, (in allusion to the custom of feasting on the remainder of sacrifices,) till after the greater multitudes are buried; to intimate that even the remainder, and as it were the stragglers of such mighty hosts, would be more than sufficient to satisfy their utmost rapacity, 17-20. The remaining verses contain a prediction of the great blessedness of the people of God in Gospel times, and of the stability of the kingdom of Christ, 21-29. It will be proper to remark that the great northern expedition against the natural Israel, described in this and the preceding chapter, is, from its striking resemblance in the main particulars, put by the writer of the Apocalypse, (Ezekiel 20:7-10,) for a much more formidable armament of a multitude of nations in the four quarters of the earth against the pure Christian Church, the MYSTICAL Israel; an event still extremely remote, and which it is thought shall immediately precede the destruction of the world by fire, and the general judgment. NOTES ON CHAP. XXXIX
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 39:1
1. Cf. Ezekiel 38:2-3. chief prince] prince of Rosh, Meshech, &c., Ezekiel 38:2.
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 39:1
The present chapter describes the defeat of Evil and the triumph of God and His people.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:1
1-5. The prophecy continues against Gog, who is still represented as the leader of the heathen hordes who occupy “the uttermost parts of the north” (Ezekiel 39:2, R.V.), and who in the far distant
Sermons on Ezekiel 39:1
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Ezekiel 36:36 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith discusses the prophetic significance of Ezekiel 36:36, emphasizing the re-gathering of Israel as a nation and the restoration of its land after centuries of desolation. |
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Gog and Magog by Keith Malcomson | Keith Malcomson delves into the prophecy of Ezekiel 38 and 39, exploring the invasion of Israel in the last days led by a great northern power, Gog, in confederacy with other natio |
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On the Lord's Announcement of Gentile Judgments. by William Kelly | William Kelly delves into the prophecies regarding the Second Coming and Kingdom of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, referencing Luke 21:25-27, Matthew 24:37-41, and Matthew 25:31 |
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The Gentiles in Relation to the Coming of the Lord. by William Kelly | William Kelly preaches about the future events prophesied in the Bible, focusing on the restoration and blessings of Israel, the defeat of the nations gathered against Jerusalem, t |