“Maar,” sê die Here, die God van Esegiël, verder, “aan die einde van die lang tyd wat Ek vasgestel het, bring Ek die mense van Egipte weer terug na hulle eie land toe. Ek gaan haal hulle uit onder die nasies waar hulle as gevangenes gebly het.
What Does This Mean?
This verse says that after forty years, God will bring the Egyptians back from where they were scattered. God is speaking and promises to gather His people again after a long period of time.
Explained for Children
Imagine if all the kids from your school were spread out to different schools, and then after a long time, they all came back to your school again. That's what God is promising for the Egyptians after 40 years.
Historical Background
Ezekiel wrote this verse around 593-571 BC, during a time when the Egyptians were scattered due to conflicts and conquests. The message was directed to the people of Judah who were in exile, providing hope for a future restoration.
Living It Out Today
In a modern scenario, a community that was displaced due to a natural disaster could find hope in this verse, looking forward to the day when they can return to their homes after a difficult period.