Ezekiel 36:1-15

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+title = "Ezekiel 36:1–15"
+date = "2023-06-15"
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+### [Read the passage.](https://biblia.com/bible/esv/Ezekiel36.1-15)
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+The prophecy against Mount Seir is followed by a prophecy to the land of Israel.
+The Lord summarizes the situation that has unfolded, specifically that Edom has
+rejoiced over the downfall of their neighbor and has made attempts to take over
+the land that was promised to God's people Israel. While the Israelites brought
+judgement upon themselves through their wicked ways, Edom and the other nations
+are overstepping in their response to God's judgement on Israel. The Lord is
+still jealous for His people and will not let them be utterly destroyed, nor
+will His promises go unfulfilled.
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+Indeed, the Lord gives hope to the land because it will again be worked by His
+people Israel so that it brings forth the abundance that it once had. It will
+not remain empty and desolate forever, but "soon" the people of the land will
+return. (_v. 8_) The population will multiply, both man and beast, and the
+cities will be rebuilt. The land will do more good for its people than it had in
+the previously good times.
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+All of this the Lord says He will do so that the land's reputation will not
+be as one that is cursed. The nations were starting to think that the land was
+evil, causing misfortune on those that inhabit it. But the Lord makes it obvious
+that this is not the case. This brings the focus back on Him, because He  is the
+One who judged Israel in the first place, and He is the One who restores them.
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+You are merciful and care for Your children.