Ezekiel 34:22
Ezekiel 34:22 in Multiple Translations
I will save My flock, and they will no longer be prey. I will judge between one sheep and another.
Therefore will I save my flock, and they shall no more be a prey; and I will judge between cattle and cattle.
therefore will I save my flock, and they shall no more be a prey; and I will judge between sheep and sheep.
I will make my flock safe, and they will no longer be taken away, and I will be judge between sheep and sheep.
I will rescue my flock, and they will no longer be your victims. I will judge between one sheep and the next.
Therefore wil I helpe my sheepe, and they shall no more be spoyled, and I wil iudge betweene sheepe and sheepe.
And I have given safety to My flock, And they are not any more for prey, And I have judged between sheep and sheep.
therefore I will save my flock, and they will no more be a prey. I will judge between sheep and sheep.
Therefore will I save my flock, and they shall no more be a prey; and I will judge between cattle and cattle.
I will save my dock, and it shall be no more a spoil, and I will judge between cattle and cattle.
But I will rescue my people, and they no longer will be ◄harassed/treated cruelly►. I will judge between one person and another.
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 34:22
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Ezekiel 34:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/הוֹשַׁעְתִּ֣י
לְ/צֹאנִ֔/י
וְ/לֹֽא
תִהְיֶ֥ינָה
ע֖וֹד
לָ/בַ֑ז
וְ/שָׁ֣פַטְתִּ֔י
בֵּ֥ין
שֶׂ֖ה
לָ/שֶֽׂה
וְ/הוֹשַׁעְתִּ֣י
yâshaʻ
H3467
to save
Conj | V-Hiphil-1cs
לְ/צֹאנִ֔/י
tsôʼn
H6629
Sheep (Gate)
Prep | N-cs | Suff
וְ/לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
תִהְיֶ֥ינָה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3fp
ע֖וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv
לָ/בַ֑ז
baz
H957
plunder
Prep | N-ms
וְ/שָׁ֣פַטְתִּ֔י
shâphaṭ
H8199
to judge
Conj | V-Qal-1cs
בֵּ֥ין
bêyn
H996
between
Prep
שֶׂ֖ה
seh
H7716
sheep
N-cs
לָ/שֶֽׂה
seh
H7716
sheep
Prep | N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 34:22
וְ/הוֹשַׁעְתִּ֣י
yâshaʻ
H3467
"to save"
Conj | V-Hiphil-1cs
Means to save or be delivered, used in the Bible to describe being freed from danger or trouble, like in battle or from moral struggles, as seen in the Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to save, be saved, be delivered 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be liberated, be saved, be delivered 1a2) to be saved (in battle), be victorious 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to save, deliver 1b2) to save from moral troubles 1b3) to give victory to
Usage: Occurs in 198 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, avenging, defend, deliver(-er), help, preserve, rescue, be safe, bring (having) salvation, save(-iour), get victory. See also: Exodus 2:17; Psalms 55:17; Psalms 3:8.
לְ/צֹאנִ֔/י
tsôʼn
H6629
"Sheep (Gate)"
Prep | N-cs | Suff
This word refers to a flock of sheep or goats, and is sometimes used to describe people in a figurative sense. It is also associated with the Sheep Gate in Jerusalem, a significant location in biblical times.
Definition: This name means sheep and goats Also named: probatikos (προβατικός "Sheep Gate" G4262)
Usage: Occurs in 247 OT verses. KJV: (small) cattle, flock ([phrase] -s), lamb ([phrase] -s), sheep(-cote, -fold, -shearer, -herds). See also: Genesis 4:2; Deuteronomy 28:31; Psalms 44:12.
וְ/לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תִהְיֶ֥ינָה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fp
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
ע֖וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
"still"
Adv
The word 'still' means something continues or happens again, like in Genesis 29:26 and Isaiah 2:11. It can also mean 'more' or 'additionally'.
Definition: subst 1) a going round, continuance adv 2) still, yet, again, besides 2a) still, yet (of continuance or persistence) 2b) still, yet, more (of addition or repetition) 2c) again 2d) still, moreover, besides Aramaic equivalent: od (עוֹד "still" H5751)
Usage: Occurs in 459 OT verses. KJV: again, [idiom] all life long, at all, besides, but, else, further(-more), henceforth, (any) longer, (any) more(-over), [idiom] once, since, (be) still, when, (good, the) while (having being), (as, because, whether, while) yet (within). See also: Genesis 4:25; Judges 9:37; 2 Chronicles 32:16.
לָ/בַ֑ז
baz
H957
"plunder"
Prep | N-ms
Means plunder or spoil, referring to goods taken by force, as seen in the conquests of Joshua. It can also imply robbery or spoiling something. The concept appears in various KJV translations, including booty and prey.
Definition: spoil, booty, robbery, spoiling Also means: bag (בַּג "spoil" H0897)
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: booty, prey, spoil(-ed). See also: Numbers 14:3; Jeremiah 49:32; Isaiah 10:6.
וְ/שָׁ֣פַטְתִּ֔י
shâphaṭ
H8199
"to judge"
Conj | V-Qal-1cs
To shaphat means to judge or govern, and can also mean to vindicate or punish. In the Bible, this term is often used to describe God's role as a judge, as well as human judges and rulers.
Definition: 1) to judge, govern, vindicate, punish 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to act as law-giver or judge or governor (of God, man) 1a1a) to rule, govern, judge 1a2) to decide controversy (of God, man) 1a3) to execute judgment 1a3a) discriminating (of man) 1a3b) vindicating 1a3c) condemning and punishing 1a3d) at theophanic advent for final judgment 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to enter into controversy, plead, have controversy together 1b2) to be judged 1c) (Poel) judge, opponent-at-law (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 182 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] avenge, [idiom] that condemn, contend, defend, execute (judgment), (be a) judge(-ment), [idiom] needs, plead, reason, rule. See also: Genesis 16:5; Psalms 9:5; Psalms 2:10.
בֵּ֥ין
bêyn
H996
"between"
Prep
Between is the meaning of this preposition, used to show a location or a choice, like either or, as seen in Exodus where it describes the space between two objects.
Definition: : between between, among, in the midst of (with other preps), from between
Usage: Occurs in 248 OT verses. KJV: among, asunder, at, between (-twixt...and), [phrase] from (the widest), [idiom] in, out of, whether (it be...or), within. See also: Genesis 1:4; Joshua 24:7; Psalms 68:14.
שֶׂ֖ה
seh
H7716
"sheep"
N-cs
This word refers to a sheep or goat, often used to describe a flock or young animal in the Bible. It is also related to the word for lamb.
Definition: 1) one of a flock, lamb, sheep, goat, young sheep, young goat 1a) sheep, goat 1b) flock (collective) Also means: zeh (זֶה "lamb" H2089)
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: (lesser, small) cattle, ewe, goat, lamb, sheep. Compare H2089 (זֶה). See also: Genesis 22:7; Deuteronomy 14:4; Psalms 119:176.
לָ/שֶֽׂה
seh
H7716
"sheep"
Prep | N-cs
This word refers to a sheep or goat, often used to describe a flock or young animal in the Bible. It is also related to the word for lamb.
Definition: 1) one of a flock, lamb, sheep, goat, young sheep, young goat 1a) sheep, goat 1b) flock (collective) Also means: zeh (זֶה "lamb" H2089)
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: (lesser, small) cattle, ewe, goat, lamb, sheep. Compare H2089 (זֶה). See also: Genesis 22:7; Deuteronomy 14:4; Psalms 119:176.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 34:22
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- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 34:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 34:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 34:22
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 34:22
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 34:22
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 34:22
- Sermons on Ezekiel 34:22
Context — The Good Shepherd
20Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says to them: ‘Behold, I Myself will judge between the fat sheep and the lean sheep.
21Since you shove with flank and shoulder, butting all the weak ones with your horns until you have scattered them abroad,
22I will save My flock, and they will no longer be prey. I will judge between one sheep and another.
23I will appoint over them one shepherd, My servant David, and he will feed them. He will feed them and be their shepherd. 24I, the LORD, will be their God, and My servant David will be a prince among them. I, the LORD, have spoken.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 23:2–3 | Therefore this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says about the shepherds who tend My people: “You have scattered My flock and driven them away, and have not attended to them. Behold, I will attend to you for the evil of your deeds, declares the LORD. Then I Myself will gather the remnant of My flock from all the lands to which I have banished them, and I will return them to their pasture, where they will be fruitful and multiply. |
| 2 | Psalms 72:12–14 | For he will deliver the needy who cry out and the afflicted who have no helper. He will take pity on the poor and needy and save the lives of the oppressed. He will redeem them from oppression and violence, for their blood is precious in his sight. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 34:10 | This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, I am against the shepherds, and I will demand from them My flock and remove them from tending the flock, so that they can no longer feed themselves. For I will deliver My flock from their mouths, and it will no longer be food for them.’ |
| 4 | Zechariah 11:7–9 | So I pastured the flock marked for slaughter, especially the afflicted of the flock. Then I took for myself two staffs, calling one Favor and the other Union, and I pastured the flock. And in one month I dismissed three shepherds. My soul grew impatient with the flock, and their souls also detested me. Then I said, “I will no longer shepherd you. Let the dying die, and the perishing perish; and let those who remain devour one another’s flesh.” |
Ezekiel 34:22 Summary
Ezekiel 34:22 is a promise from God that He will save and protect His people, keeping them safe from harm. Just like a shepherd guards his sheep, God will watch over us and keep us from being hurt or taken advantage of, as seen in Psalm 23:4. He will also make sure that everyone is treated fairly and that those who are doing wrong are held accountable, which is a theme also seen in Matthew 25:31-46. By trusting in God's promise, we can feel safe and secure, knowing that He is always looking out for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to 'save His flock' in Ezekiel 34:22?
When God says He will save His flock, it means He will rescue and protect them from harm, just as a shepherd guards his sheep, as seen in Psalm 23:4 and John 10:11-14.
Why does God need to 'judge between one sheep and another'?
God judges between the sheep to distinguish between the righteous and the wicked, to bring justice and righteousness, as mentioned in Matthew 25:31-46 and to fulfill His promise of protection and care for His people.
How does this verse relate to the concept of spiritual leadership?
This verse highlights God's desire for righteous leadership, which is further emphasized in the next verse, Ezekiel 34:23, where God appoints a faithful shepherd, His servant David, to care for His people, illustrating the importance of godly leadership in the church, as also seen in 1 Peter 5:1-4.
What does it mean for the flock to be 'no longer prey'?
When the flock is no longer prey, it means they are safe from those who would seek to harm or exploit them, much like the promise in Isaiah 40:11, where God gently leads those who are with young, and in Jeremiah 23:4, where God promises to set shepherds over them who will care for them.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can trust God to 'save my flock' and protect me from harm, just as He promises in Ezekiel 34:22?
- How can I apply the principle of God judging between one sheep and another to my own relationships and interactions with others?
- In what ways can I submit to God's righteous judgment and leadership in my life, just as the flock submits to the shepherd?
- What does it mean for me to be a part of God's 'flock' and how can I live out this identity in my daily life?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 34:22
Therefore will I save my flock,.... Or redeem my people, as the Targum; that is, by his son, after described, as his shepherd and servant: and they shall no more be a prey: to Satan the roaring lion;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 34:22
Therefore will I save my flock, and they shall no more be a prey; and I will judge between cattle and cattle. Therefore will I save my flock, and they shall no more be a prey.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 34:22
In the 21st verse these metaphors and allusions do express the unmercifulness, injustice, pride, cruelty, and wanton tyranny of the rulers in church and state against the meaner people, that as you see the greater cattle run against the lesser, and overturning, or laming, some way or other hurting them, by shouldering against them; or as horned cattle wound and tear the weaker, and make them run for it; so had these rulers used their power to the hurt and scattering of the people. Because I see they destroy who he should defend, I will interpose; they will not, but I will, be kind, just, and faithful to my people and promise; I will save from foreign violence and home oppressions. See ,5,10,17.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 34:22
Ezekiel 34:22 Therefore will I save my flock, and they shall no more be a prey; and I will judge between cattle and cattle.Ver. 22. Therefore will I save my flock,] viz., By Christ the true shepherd, who once found out him whom the Jews had unjustly excommunicated, and gave him encouragement. He knows all his sheep by name, and hath promised them safety here, and salvation hereafter. It is not with the saints, as Isaiah 31:4, or as Amos 3:12, but as Jeremiah 31:10-12.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 34:22
17-22. The divine Shepherd will not permit the strong, proud rams and the fat he goats (the priests, the prophets, and the rulers) to drive away or take advantage of their weaker companions.
Sermons on Ezekiel 34:22
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The Meaning of the Millennium by David Guzik | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the principles of the millennial earth as described in the book of Revelation. The first principle is that God's people will be given respons |
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The Good Shepherd and His Work by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches about the heavy charges brought against the false shepherds of Israel, highlighting their sins of commission and omission, including greediness, selfishness, |
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(Revelation - Part 6): Reign of Christ a Divine Imperative by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the current state of the world and the need for deliverance from oppression and sin. He emphasizes the importance of a perfect leader who can |
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Just Vessels by Jackie Pullinger | This sermon emphasizes the importance of ministering to the poor, highlighting how God chooses the weak and needy to shame the strong, and how reaching out to the poor can lead to |
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(The Lord - Merciful and Gracious) 4. the Needy When He Crieth by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of obeying God's laws and regulations, particularly in relation to treating others with kindness and compassion. He emphasizes |
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Full Reliance on God by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of full reliance on God, particularly for those in need. He encourages the needy to cry out to God directly rather than seeking help from fr |
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Pressed Beyond Measure by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson addresses the struggles of believers who feel pressed beyond measure, drawing parallels to biblical figures like Paul, Job, and David. He emphasizes that such trial |