그날에는 내가 이스라엘 땅 가운데 사해의 동쪽에 있는 ㄱ) 아바림 골짜기를 곡의 매장지로 삼겠다. 사람들이 지나다니지 못할 정도로 깊은 절벽 사이에 있는 그 골짜기에 곡과 그의 군대를 묻은 뒤에 이스라엘 사람들은 그곳을 ㄴ) 게하몬곡이라고 부를 것이다. (ㄱ. 아르논 골짜기로 보인다. ㄴ. `곡 군대의 골짜기'라는 뜻으로 `곡의 지옥'이라는 뜻을 연상시키는 표현이다. `게힌놈곡'(곡의 힌놈 골짜기))
이 구절의 의미
In this verse, God promises to give Gog a burial place in Israel, in a valley east of the sea. This place will be so smelly that it will stop up the noses of travelers. It will be called the Valley of Hamongog.
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Imagine a place where you bury someone who did very bad things. This place is so stinky that when people walk by, they have to hold their noses. That's what God is saying will happen to Gog and his army. It's like when you leave a stinky trash can outside, and everyone has to plug their noses when they walk by.
역사적 배경
This verse is part of the book of Ezekiel, written by the prophet Ezekiel around 600 BCE. The audience was the Israelites who were in exile in Babylon. The cultural setting was one of divine judgment and promises of restoration.
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Today, when facing adversaries or those who have wronged us, we can trust in God's justice. Just as Gog and his army receive their due, so too will those who harm others. This gives us peace and assurance in difficult times.
What does 'stop the noses of the passengers' mean?
It means the smell from the burial site will be so strong that people passing by will have to hold their noses to avoid the stench.
Who is Gog mentioned in Ezekiel 39:11?
Gog is a leader of a hostile coalition against Israel, described in Ezekiel's visions as a future enemy of God's people.
What is the significance of the burial place being called 'The Valley of Hamongog'?
The name 'Valley of Hamongog' signifies that this place is specifically designated for Gog and his army, emphasizing their downfall and punishment.
How does this verse fit into the broader message of Ezekiel?
Ezekiel's message includes prophecies of judgment and restoration. This verse fits within the theme of God's promised judgment on enemies of His people and the eventual restoration of Israel.