The Pulpit Commentary - Ezekiel 36:26-28
The three elements of piety. The Israelites were "profaning the Name' of Jehovah in the lands through which they were dispersed. But this could not be permitted to remain. For the sake of his own Divine Name, the sacredness of which was of such vital moment to mankind (see previous homily), God would work a gracious revolution ( Ezekiel 36:21-23 ). And what he would do is this: 1. He would work within their hearts an entire change of thought and feeling, removing their strong... read more
The Pulpit Commentary - Ezekiel 36:16-32
A vision of the true golden age. Up to this point God had been revealing more clearly his active righteousness to Israel; and this with a view to arouse their drugged and drowsy consciences. The equity and justice of his scepter had been vividly portrayed. The keen edge of his judicial sword had been felt. Some movements of better feeling in the exiles were apparent. And now God hastens to foster penitential sentiments with a promise of generous kindness. Further revelations of his great... read more