Ezekiel 34:29

And I will raise up for them a plant of renown, and they shall be no more consumed with hunger in the land, neither bear the shame of the heathen any more.

And I will raise up {H6965} for them a plant {H4302} of renown {H8034}, and they shall be no more consumed {H622} with hunger {H7458} in the land {H776}, neither bear {H5375} the shame {H3639} of the heathen {H1471} any more.

I will make the productivity of their crops famous, and they will no longer be consumed by hunger in the land or bear the shame of the Goyim any more.

And I will raise up for them a garden of renown, and they will no longer be victims of famine in the land or bear the scorn of the nations.

And I will raise up unto them a plantation for renown, and they shall be no more consumed with famine in the land, neither bear the shame of the nations any more.

Ezekiel 34:29 is a powerful verse of divine promise, part of a larger prophetic discourse concerning God's role as the true Shepherd of His people, in stark contrast to the failed leadership of Israel's human shepherds. This verse speaks to a future of security, abundance, and dignity for God's flock.

Context

Chapter 34 of Ezekiel begins with a strong condemnation of the corrupt and self-serving leaders of Israel, metaphorically described as bad shepherds who neglected and exploited the flock. God declares His intention to judge these shepherds and, crucially, to take over the shepherding of His people Himself. He promises to gather His scattered sheep, feed them on good pasture, and protect them. This promise culminates in the declaration that He will raise up one Shepherd, His servant David, to feed them (Ezekiel 34:23). Verse 29, therefore, fits within this vision of a restored, secure, and divinely-led Israel, free from want and shame.

Key Themes and Messages

  • The "Plant of Renown" (Messianic Hope): The phrase "a plant of renown" (Hebrew: net'a shem, meaning "plant of name" or "plant of fame") is widely interpreted as a messianic prophecy. It signifies a unique, flourishing, and highly esteemed individual who will bring life and honor. This imagery aligns with other Old Testament prophecies that refer to the coming Messiah as a "Branch" or "Sprout," such as Isaiah 11:1 ("a rod out of the stem of Jesse") and Jeremiah 23:5 ("a righteous Branch"). This points to Jesus Christ as the ultimate fulfillment, the one who brings true spiritual and physical provision to His people.
  • Abundant Provision and Freedom from Hunger: The promise "they shall be no more consumed with hunger in the land" speaks to a future of complete sustenance and security. This isn't merely about physical food but also encompasses spiritual nourishment and a freedom from the spiritual hunger that comes from lack of truth and righteousness. Under God's care and the leadership of the promised "Plant of renown," His people would experience true abundance and peace, a theme echoed in the New Testament when Jesus declares Himself the Bread of Life.
  • Restoration of Dignity and End of Shame: "Neither bear the shame of the heathen any more" addresses the deep humiliation and reproach Israel experienced due to their exile, oppression, and perceived abandonment by God in the eyes of the surrounding nations. This promise signifies a full restoration of their honor, dignity, and a secure place among the nations. God Himself would vindicate His people, reversing their disgrace and establishing them in glory, similar to the promises in Isaiah 60:15.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew phrase for "plant of renown," net'a shem (נֶטַע שֵׁם), literally means "a planting of name" or "a planting of fame." The word net'a refers to something planted, a growth, or a sprout. The addition of shem (name/fame) indicates that this plant is not just any growth, but one that is distinguished, celebrated, and recognized for its significance. This unique phrasing emphasizes its importance and the divine origin of this future leader or entity.

Practical Application

Ezekiel 34:29 offers profound hope and assurance for believers today. It reminds us that God is the ultimate provider and protector. In a world often marked by scarcity, injustice, and shame, this verse points to the enduring promise of Christ, the "Plant of renown," who satisfies our deepest spiritual hungers and restores our dignity. We can trust that He will continually provide for our needs and ultimately bring about a time of complete peace and vindication for those who follow Him, where all shame and suffering will be removed, as promised in the new heaven and new earth.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Ezekiel 36:29

    I will also save you from all your uncleannesses: and I will call for the corn, and will increase it, and lay no famine upon you.

  • Isaiah 4:2

    ¶ In that day shall the branch of the LORD be beautiful and glorious, and the fruit of the earth [shall be] excellent and comely for them that are escaped of Israel.

  • Ezekiel 34:26

    And I will make them and the places round about my hill a blessing; and I will cause the shower to come down in his season; there shall be showers of blessing.

  • Ezekiel 34:27

    And the tree of the field shall yield her fruit, and the earth shall yield her increase, and they shall be safe in their land, and shall know that I [am] the LORD, when I have broken the bands of their yoke, and delivered them out of the hand of those that served themselves of them.

  • Ezekiel 36:15

    Neither will I cause [men] to hear in thee the shame of the heathen any more, neither shalt thou bear the reproach of the people any more, neither shalt thou cause thy nations to fall any more, saith the Lord GOD.

  • Ezekiel 36:3

    Therefore prophesy and say, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because they have made [you] desolate, and swallowed you up on every side, that ye might be a possession unto the residue of the heathen, and ye are taken up in the lips of talkers, and [are] an infamy of the people:

  • Ezekiel 36:6

    Prophesy therefore concerning the land of Israel, and say unto the mountains, and to the hills, to the rivers, and to the valleys, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I have spoken in my jealousy and in my fury, because ye have borne the shame of the heathen:

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