Ezekiel 48:28
Ezekiel 48:28 in Multiple Translations
The southern border of Gad will run from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh, then along the Brook of Egypt and out to the Great Sea.
And by the border of Gad, at the south side southward, the border shall be even from Tamar unto the waters of strife in Kadesh, and to the river toward the great sea.
And by the border of Gad, at the south side southward, the border shall be even from Tamar unto the waters of Meribath-kadesh, to the brook of Egypt, unto the great sea.
And on the limit of Gad, on the south side and to the south of it, the limit will be from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh, to the stream, to the Great Sea.
The southern border of Gad's allocation will be from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh, then along the Wadi of Egypt to the Mediterranean Sea.
And by the border of Gad at the South side, towarde Temath, the border shall be euen from Tamar vnto the waters of Meribath in Kadesh, and to the riuer, that runneth into the maine sea.
and by the border of Gad, at the south side southward, the border hath been from Tamar [to] the waters of Meriboth-Kadesh, the stream by the great sea.
“By the border of Gad, at the south side southward, the border shall be even from Tamar to the waters of Meribath Kadesh, to the brook, to the great sea.
And by the border of Gad, at the south side southward, the border shall be even from Tamar to the waters of strife in Kadesh, and to the river towards the great sea.
And by the border of Gad, the south side southward: and the border shall be from Thamar, even to the waters of contradiction of Cades, the inheritance over against the great sea.
The southern boundary of the tribe of Gad will extend south from Tamar to the springs at Meribah-Kadesh, and from there to the west along the dry riverbed at the border of Egypt to the Mediterranean Sea.
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 48:28
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- Ezekiel 48:28 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 48:28
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 48:28
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 48:28
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 48:28
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 48:28
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 48:28
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 48:28
- Sermons on Ezekiel 48:28
Context — The Portions for the Remaining Tribes
28The southern border of Gad will run from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh, then along the Brook of Egypt and out to the Great Sea.
29This is the land you are to allot as an inheritance to the tribes of Israel, and these will be their portions,” declares the Lord GOD. 30“These will be the exits of the city: Beginning on the north side, which will be 4,500 cubits long,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 47:15 | This shall be the boundary of the land: On the north side it will extend from the Great Sea by way of Hethlon through Lebo-hamath to Zedad, |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 20:2 | Then some men came and told Jehoshaphat, “A vast army is coming against you from Edom, from beyond the Sea; they are already in Hazazon-tamar” (that is, En-gedi). |
| 3 | Ezekiel 47:19–20 | On the south side it will run from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh, and along the Brook of Egypt to the Great Sea. This will be the southern boundary. And on the west side, the Great Sea will be the boundary up to a point opposite Lebo-hamath. This will be the western boundary. |
| 4 | Isaiah 27:12 | In that day the LORD will thresh from the flowing Euphrates to the Wadi of Egypt, and you, O Israelites, will be gathered one by one. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 47:10 | Fishermen will stand by the shore; from En-gedi to En-eglaim they will spread their nets to catch fish of many kinds, like the fish of the Great Sea. |
| 6 | Numbers 20:1 | In the first month, the whole congregation of Israel entered the Wilderness of Zin and stayed in Kadesh. There Miriam died and was buried. |
| 7 | Joshua 13:3 | from the Shihor east of Egypt to the territory of Ekron on the north (considered to be Canaanite territory)—that of the five Philistine rulers of Gaza, Ashdod, Ashkelon, Gath, and Ekron, as well as that of the Avvites; |
| 8 | Psalms 106:32 | At the waters of Meribah they angered the LORD, and trouble came to Moses because of them. |
| 9 | Genesis 14:7 | Then they turned back to invade En-mishpat (that is, Kadesh), and they conquered the whole territory of the Amalekites, as well as the Amorites who lived in Hazazon-tamar. |
| 10 | Genesis 15:18 | On that day the LORD made a covenant with Abram, saying, “To your descendants I have given this land—from the river of Egypt to the great River Euphrates— |
Ezekiel 48:28 Summary
Ezekiel 48:28 describes the southern border of the tribe of Gad, which runs from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh and then to the Great Sea. This verse shows how God carefully allocates territories and boundaries for His people, just like He does in our lives (Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28). The borders of Gad remind us that God is a God of order and purpose, and that He has a plan for each of our lives. As we reflect on this verse, we can trust that God is working out His plan for us, even when we don't see the full picture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the southern border of Gad in Ezekiel 48:28?
The southern border of Gad is important because it marks the boundary of the tribe's inheritance, as promised by God (Ezekiel 48:29, Deuteronomy 19:14).
What is the Brook of Egypt mentioned in Ezekiel 48:28?
The Brook of Egypt is likely a reference to the Wadi el-Arish, a river that forms part of the border between Israel and Egypt (Numbers 34:5, Joshua 15:4).
Why does the border of Gad run from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh?
The border runs from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh because this marks the southern extent of the tribe's territory, as allocated by God (Ezekiel 48:1-7, Exodus 17:7).
How does this verse relate to the greater context of Ezekiel's prophecy?
This verse is part of Ezekiel's vision of the restored Israel, where the tribes are allocated their respective territories, and God's people are given a new inheritance (Ezekiel 47:13-23, Ezekiel 48:1-35).
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the way God allocates borders and territories in the Bible, and how does this relate to our own lives and sense of purpose?
- How does the concept of inheritance and territory relate to our spiritual inheritance in Christ (Galatians 3:29, Ephesians 1:11-14)?
- What does the mention of the Great Sea in Ezekiel 48:28 signify, and how does it relate to the broader themes of God's creation and sovereignty?
- In what ways can we apply the principle of boundaries and allocations in our own lives, whether in our relationships, work, or spiritual growth?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 48:28
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 48:28
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 48:28
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 48:28
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 48:28
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 48:28
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 48:28
Sermons on Ezekiel 48:28
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The Practice of Fasting by Michael Durham | Michael Durham preaches on the significance of fasting as a spiritual discipline, emphasizing that fasting is a tool used by Jesus and His apostles to unplug from the world and con |
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(Through the Bible) Isaiah 11-15 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher discusses various biblical passages and themes. He emphasizes the power and authority of God, who has the ability to destroy cities and open prison doo |
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An Ever-Increasing Outpouring by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes that in the last days, the church will experience an unprecedented outpouring of the Holy Spirit, becoming more glorious and victorious than ever before. |
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"God Manifesting Himself in Adversity 2" by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes that God often reveals Himself in times of adversity, using the example of Moses and the Israelites in the wilderness. He explains that adversity serves as a |
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"God Manifesting Himself in Adversity 1" by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes that God often reveals Himself in times of adversity, using the example of Moses and the Israelites in the wilderness. He explains that while God desires to m |
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Speak Ye Unto the Rock by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson emphasizes the sensitivity of the Holy Spirit, comparing it to the delicate nature of love that cannot be won through force but through trust and affection. He illustr |
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Doubt, the Sin God Hates the Most by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about a doctor receiving good news about a patient's health. The speaker emphasizes the importance of believing in God's word an |





