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Ezekiel 37:16 Cross-References

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Moreover, thou son of man, take thee one stick, and write upon it, For Judah, and for the children of Israel his companions: then take another stick, and write upon it, For Joseph, the stick of Ephraim, and for all the house of Israel his companions:

Ezekiel 37:16 (KJV)

Historical Context for Ezekiel 37:16

People Mentioned

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Ezekielthe priest, son of Buzi (EZK 1:3)
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Judahfourth-born son of Jacob (GEN 29:35), son of Leah
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Jacobsecond-born son of Isaac (GEN 25:25-26)
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Josepheleventh-born son of Jacob and Rachel (GEN 30:24)
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Ephraimsecond son of Joseph (GEN 41:52)

Commentary on Ezekiel 37:16

This verse points toward God's gracious purposes of restoration despite Israel's persistent unfaithfulness. The Reformed emphasis on sovereign grace shines through—restoration doesn't depend on Israel's merit or ability but on God's covenant faithfulness and irrevocable purposes (Romans 11:29). This anticipates new covenant promises where God gives a new heart and His Spirit to enable obedience (Ezekiel 36:26-27). The pattern of judgment followed by grace-based restoration prefigures the gospel: humanity deserves condemnation but receives mercy through Christ's atoning work. God's restoration ...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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