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The Holy Offering of Land
Commentators explain that the "oblation" or "offering" described here is not a typical sacrifice, but a specific portion of land set apart for the Lord. This particular section, measuring 25,000 by 10,000 reeds, was designated as the most sacred area, intended for the priests and the sanctuary itself.
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Ezekiel
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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 48:9
17th Century
Pastor
The oblation that you shall offer to the Lord
That which belonged to the sanctuary, and to the priests, which was ta…
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…