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A New, Ideal Order
Commentators agree that this division of the land is not a historical map but a new, idealized, and symbolic arrangement. Unlike the division under Joshua, this plan features precise, equal portions stretching from east to west, signifying a new and perfect order in God's restored kingdom.
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Ezekiel
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Albert Barnes
On Ezekiel 48:1
18th Century
Theologian
The distribution of the holy land is seen in detail throughout Ezekiel 48. The order of the original occupation by the tribes under Joshua is partl…
Charles Ellicott
On Ezekiel 48:1–11
19th Century
Bishop
The closing chapter of Ezekiel is mainly occupied with the distribution of the land in detail. Beginning at the north, a portion is assigned to eac…
John Gill
On Ezekiel 48:1
17th Century
Pastor
Now these are the names of the tribes
That shall inherit the land; and an account is given of each of the portions o…
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Matthew Henry
On Ezekiel 48:1–35
17th Century
Minister
Here is a description of the several portions of the land belonging to each tribe. In gospel times, behold, all things have become new. Much is wra…