Norwegian 2018 (Bibelen - Guds Ord Hverdagsbibelen (Hermon Forlag))
Videre sier Han: «På den dagen skal Jeg gi Gog et gravsted der i Israel. Det skal være i dalen og være synlig for dem som drar forbi, øst for havet. Den skal stenge for de reisende, for der skal Gog og hele hans hær begraves. Derfor skal de kalle dalen ‘Goghærens dal’. For å rense landet skal Israels folk holde på med å begrave dem i sju måneder. Hele folket i landet skal være med på å begrave dem. På den dagen da Jeg viser hvem Jeg er, skal dere bli viden kjent», sier Herren Gud. «Noen menn skal hele tiden dra gjennom landet for å se om de kan finne døde, mens andre blir satt til å begrave dem som er igjen. Slik skal de rense landet. Når de sju månedene er omme, skal de gå over landet en gang til for å se at alle døde er begravet. Skulle noen se et bein av et menneske, skal han sette opp et merke ved det, til de som skal begrave dem i Goghærens dal. Navnet på byen skal være Hamona. Slik skal de rense landet.
What Does This Mean?
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.
Explained for Children
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.
Historical Background
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.
Living It Out Today
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.