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Ezekiel 11:16

King James Version (KJV)

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Therefore say, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Although I have cast them far off among the heathen, and although I have scattered them among the countries, yet will I be to them as a little sanctuary in the countries where they shall come.

Ezekiel 11:16 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Ezekiel 11:16

Theological / Devotional

As a little sanctuary. Or, “a sanctuary for a little [while].” The word translated “little” may be either an adverb or an adjective. The idea of “a sanctuary for a little time” seems to be the sense intended here. God still regarded His remnant. Through them He planned to accomplish His purposes. He aimed that the Captivity should be a salutary discipline to lead His people back to Him as a preparatory movement that would open the way for the accomplishment of His long-delayed purposes.

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