Ezekiel 48:29

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

Dies ist das Land, das ihr als Erbbesitz unter die Stämme Israels verlosen sollt; und das sind ihre Anteile, spricht Gott, der HERR.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse tells us that the land of Israel will be divided among the tribes by drawing lots, and this is how they will get their portions of land. The Lord God is speaking and emphasizing that this division is His will.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you have a big piece of cake and you need to share it fairly with your friends. God is saying that He will help decide how to share the land of Israel with all the tribes, just like you might use a game to decide who gets which piece of cake.

Historischer Hintergrund

Ezekiel, a prophet who lived around 600 BCE, wrote this verse during the Babylonian exile. The audience were the Israelites who were longing to return to their homeland and wondering how the land would be divided among them.

Anwendung für heute

In today's context, think of this as guidance on sharing resources fairly. Whether dividing responsibilities at work or deciding who gets which room in a shared apartment, let fairness and God's will guide the decision.

Themen

• divine providence
• inheritance
• fairness
• tribes
• land division
• God's will

Verwandte Verse

• Joshua 18:10
• Numbers 26:53
• Psalms 16:5
• Acts 1:26
• Revelation 21:10

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Häufige Fragen

Who decided how the land would be divided?

God decided how the land would be divided, as indicated by the statement 'by lot' which means through a process of chance or divine guidance.

What does 'by lot' mean in this context?

'By lot' means that the division of land among the tribes would be decided randomly or through a process seen as guided by God, like drawing straws.

Why is this division important?

This division was crucial because it ensured each tribe had a fair share of the land, fulfilling God's promise to Abraham and ensuring that the tribes could settle and thrive.

How can we apply this principle in our daily lives?

We can apply this principle by seeking fairness and divine guidance in sharing resources and making decisions that affect others, ensuring everyone feels valued and included.