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And I will make them one nation in the land upon the mountains of Israel; and one king shall be king to them all: and they shall be no more two nations, neither shall they be divided into two kingdoms any more at all:

And I will make {H6213} them one {H259} nation {H1471} in the land {H776} upon the mountains {H2022} of Israel {H3478}; and one {H259} king {H4428} shall be king {H4428} to them all: and they shall be {H5750} no more two {H8147} nations {H1471}, neither shall they be divided {H2673} into two {H8147} kingdoms {H4467} any more at all:

I will make them one nation in the land, on the mountains of Isra'el; and one king will be king for all of them. They will no longer be two nations, and they will never again be divided into two kingdoms.

I will make them one nation in the land, on the mountains of Israel, and one king will rule over all of them. Then they will no longer be two nations and will never again be divided into two kingdoms.

and I will make them one nation in the land, upon the mountains of Israel; and one king shall be king to them all; and they shall be no more two nations, neither shall they be divided into two kingdoms any more at all;

Commentary

Context

Ezekiel 37:22 is a pivotal verse within the prophet Ezekiel's vision of national restoration for Israel. Preceding this, Ezekiel receives the powerful vision of the dry bones being brought to life (Ezekiel 37:1-14), symbolizing the spiritual and national resurrection of Israel from their exile. Immediately before verse 22, God instructs Ezekiel to join two sticks—one representing Judah and its associated tribes, and the other representing Joseph (Ephraim) and the house of Israel—into one stick in his hand (Ezekiel 37:15-21). This act visually portrays the reunification of the long-divided Northern Kingdom (Israel) and Southern Kingdom (Judah), which had been separate since the reign of Rehoboam (1 Kings 12).

Key Themes

  • Divine Sovereignty and Restoration: This verse underscores God's active role in fulfilling His promises. He declares, "I will make them one nation," emphasizing His power to reverse centuries of division and bring His people back to their land.
  • National Unity: The core message is the end of the schism between Israel and Judah. No longer would they be "two nations" or "divided into two kingdoms," but a single, unified people under God's sovereign hand. This unity is a hallmark of God's ultimate plan for His chosen nation.
  • Messianic Kingship: The promise of "one king shall be king to them all" points forward to a singular, righteous ruler who will govern this reunited people. While partially fulfilled by leaders after the exile, this prophecy ultimately finds its complete and eternal fulfillment in the Messiah, Jesus Christ, the true Son of David, whose kingdom is forever undivided.
  • Eternal Covenant and Security: The phrase "no more... at all" signifies the permanence of this restoration and unity. It speaks to a future state where the divisions and insecurities that plagued ancient Israel will be abolished, ushering in an era of lasting peace and stability under the promised king.

Linguistic Insights

The Hebrew word for "one" used repeatedly in this verse (’echad - אָּחַאד) emphasizes a profound, indivisible unity. It's not merely a joining of two separate entities, but their complete integration into a single, cohesive whole. This same word is used in Deuteronomy 6:4 ("The LORD our God is one LORD"), suggesting a unity that reflects God's own indivisible nature.

Practical Application

Ezekiel 37:22 offers profound hope and lessons for believers today:

  • God's Faithfulness: It reminds us that God is faithful to His promises, even when circumstances seem bleak or impossible. Just as He brought unity to a divided nation, He can bring healing and restoration to individuals and communities.
  • The Importance of Unity: For the church, this verse highlights the divine desire for unity among God's people. While not literal nations, believers are called to be one in spirit and purpose, reflecting the unity found in Christ.
  • Hope in Christ's Reign: Ultimately, this prophecy points to the coming of Jesus Christ, who reigns as the "one king" over all who believe. His kingdom is not divided, and through Him, people from every nation, tribe, and tongue are made "one" in Him, looking forward to the perfect and eternal kingdom where all divisions are abolished (Revelation 21:4).
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Cross-References

  • Ezekiel 37:24 (5 votes)

    And David my servant [shall be] king over them; and they all shall have one shepherd: they shall also walk in my judgments, and observe my statutes, and do them.

  • Jeremiah 50:4 (4 votes)

    In those days, and in that time, saith the LORD, the children of Israel shall come, they and the children of Judah together, going and weeping: they shall go, and seek the LORD their God.

  • Jeremiah 3:18 (4 votes)

    In those days the house of Judah shall walk with the house of Israel, and they shall come together out of the land of the north to the land that I have given for an inheritance unto your fathers.

  • Ezekiel 34:23 (4 votes)

    And I will set up one shepherd over them, and he shall feed them, [even] my servant David; he shall feed them, and he shall be their shepherd.

  • Ezekiel 34:24 (4 votes)

    And I the LORD will be their God, and my servant David a prince among them; I the LORD have spoken [it].

  • Hosea 1:11 (3 votes)

    Then shall the children of Judah and the children of Israel be gathered together, and appoint themselves one head, and they shall come up out of the land: for great [shall be] the day of Jezreel.

  • Isaiah 11:12 (3 votes)

    And he shall set up an ensign for the nations, and shall assemble the outcasts of Israel, and gather together the dispersed of Judah from the four corners of the earth.