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A Sacred Central Portion
Commentators explain that this verse describes a special, large portion of land called the "oblation" or "offering." Unlike the tribal allotments, this central strip of land, located next to Judah, was dedicated entirely to sacred purposes, providing for the sanctuary, the priests, the Levites, and the city.
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Ezekiel
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Albert Barnes
On Ezekiel 48:8
18th Century
Theologian
“Length” is throughout measured from west to east, as breadth is from north to south.
The offering (Ezekiel 48:9–22), or, “oblat…
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 48:8
17th Century
Pastor
And by the border of Judah, from the east side unto the west
side, shall be the offering
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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…