Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version You are my sheep, the sheep of my pasture, and I am your God, declares the Sovereign LORD.’” New Living Translation You are my flock, the sheep of my pasture. You are my people, and I am your God. I, the Sovereign LORD, have spoken!” English Standard Version And you are my sheep, human sheep of my pasture, and I am your God, declares the Lord GOD.” Berean Standard Bible ‘You are My flock, the sheep of My pasture, My people, and I am your God,’ declares the Lord GOD.” Berean Literal Bible ‘And you⁺ are My flock, the flock of My pasture. You⁺ are men, I am your⁺ God,’ a declaration of the Lord YHWH.” King James Bible And ye my flock, the flock of my pasture, are men, and I am your God, saith the Lord GOD. New King James Version “You are My flock, the flock of My pasture; you are men, and I am your God,” says the Lord GOD. New American Standard Bible “As for you, My sheep, the sheep of My pasture, you are mankind, and I am your God,” declares the Lord GOD. NASB 1995 “As for you, My sheep, the sheep of My pasture, you are men, and I am your God,” declares the Lord GOD. NASB 1977 “As for you, My sheep, the sheep of My pasture, you are men, and I am your God,” declares the Lord GOD. Legacy Standard Bible “As for you, My sheep, the sheep of My pasture, you are men, and I am your God,” declares Lord Yahweh. Amplified Bible “As for you, My flock, the flock of My pasture, you are men, and I am your God,” says the Lord GOD. Berean Annotated Bible ‘You⁺ are My flock, the sheep of My pasture, My people, and I am your⁺ God {Eloheikem}, declares the Lord GOD {Adonai YHWH}. Christian Standard Bible You are my flock, the human flock of my pasture, and I am your God. This is the declaration of the Lord GOD.’ ” Holman Christian Standard Bible You are My flock, the human flock of My pasture, and I am your God.” This is the declaration of the Lord GOD. American Standard Version And ye my sheep, the sheep of my pasture, are men, and I am your God, saith the Lord Jehovah. Contemporary English Version They are my sheep; I am their God, and I take care of them. English Revised Version And ye my sheep, the sheep of my pasture, are men, and I am your God, saith the Lord GOD. GOD'S WORD® Translation You, my sheep, are the sheep in my pasture. You are mortal, and I am your God, declares the Almighty LORD.'" Good News Translation "You, my sheep, the flock that I feed, are my people, and I am your God," says the Sovereign LORD. International Standard Version And as for you, my sheep, the flock that I'm pasturing, you are mankind, and I am your God,' declares the Lord GOD." NET Bible And you, my sheep, the sheep of my pasture, are my people, and I am your God, declares the sovereign LORD.'" New Heart English Bible "You my sheep, the sheep of my pasture, are men, and I am your God," says the Lord GOD.'" Webster's Bible Translation And ye my flock, the flock of my pasture, are men, and I am your God, saith the Lord GOD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible‘You are My flock, the sheep of My pasture, My people, and I am your God,’ declares the Lord GOD.” World English Bible You my sheep, the sheep of my pasture, are men, and I am your God,’ says the Lord Yahweh.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd you, My flock, the flock of My pasture, "" You [are] men [and] I [am] your God, "" A declaration of Lord YHWH!” Berean Literal Bible ‘And you⁺ are My flock, the flock of My pasture. You⁺ are men, I am your⁺ God,’ a declaration of the Lord YHWH.” Young's Literal Translation And ye, My flock, the flock of My pasture, Men ye are -- I am your God, An affirmation of the Lord Jehovah!' Smith's Literal Translation And ye my sheep, the sheep of my pasture, ye are men, I your God, says the Lord Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd you my flocks, the flocks of my pasture are men: and I am the Lord your God, saith the Lord God. Catholic Public Domain Version For you are my flocks; the flocks of my pasture are men. And I am the Lord your God, says the Lord God.” New American Bible Yes, you are my flock: you people are the flock of my pasture, and I am your God—oracle of the Lord GOD. New Revised Standard Version You are my sheep, the sheep of my pasture and I am your God, says the Lord GOD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd you are my sheep, the flock of my pasture; you are men, and I am your God, says the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated But you are my sheep, the flock of my pasture. You are children of men, and I AM LORD JEHOVAH your God, says THE LORD OF LORDS” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And ye My sheep, the sheep of My pasture, are men, and I am your God, saith the Lord GOD.' Brenton Septuagint Translation ye are my sheep, even the sheep of my flock, and I am the Lord your God, saith the Lord God. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Covenant of Peace…30Then they will know that I, the LORD their God, am with them, and that they, the house of Israel, are My people,’ declares the Lord GOD. 31‘You are My flock, the sheep of My pasture, My people, and I am your God,’ declares the Lord GOD.” Cross References You are My flock, Jeremiah 23:3 Then I Myself will gather the remnant of My flock from all the lands to which I have banished them, and I will return them to their pasture, where they will be fruitful and multiply. 1 Peter 5:2 Be shepherds of God’s flock that is among you, watching over them not out of compulsion, but willingly, as God would have you; not out of greed, but out of eagerness; John 10:16 I have other sheep that are not of this fold. I must bring them in as well, and they will listen to My voice. Then there will be one flock and one shepherd. the sheep of My pasture, Psalm 100:3 Know that the LORD is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. Psalm 79:13 Then we Your people, the sheep of Your pasture, will thank You forever; from generation to generation we will declare Your praise. Psalm 95:7 For He is our God, and we are the people of His pasture, the sheep under His care. Today, if you hear His voice, My people, Hosea 2:23 And I will sow her as My own in the land, and I will have compassion on ‘No Compassion.’ I will say to those called ‘Not My People,’ ‘You are My people,’ and they will say, ‘You are my God.’” Exodus 6:7 I will take you as My own people, and I will be your God. Then you will know that I am the LORD your God, who brought you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians. Jeremiah 31:33 “But this is the covenant I will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the LORD. I will put My law in their minds and inscribe it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they will be My people. and I am your God,’ Leviticus 26:12 I will walk among you and be your God, and you will be My people. Ezekiel 11:20 so that they may follow My statutes, keep My ordinances, and practice them. Then they will be My people, and I will be their God. Jeremiah 32:38 They will be My people, and I will be their God. declares the Lord GOD.” Ezekiel 36:36 Then the nations around you that remain will know that I, the LORD, have rebuilt what was destroyed, and I have replanted what was desolate. I, the LORD, have spoken, and I will do it. Ezekiel 24:14 I, the LORD, have spoken; the time is coming, and I will act. I will not refrain or show pity, nor will I relent. I will judge you according to your ways and deeds,’ declares the Lord GOD.” Ezekiel 12:25 because I, the LORD, will speak whatever word I speak, and it will be fulfilled without delay. For in your days, O rebellious house, I will speak a message and bring it to pass, declares the Lord GOD.’” John 10:11-16 I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep. / The hired hand is not the shepherd, and the sheep are not his own. When he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf pounces on them and scatters the flock. / The man runs away because he is a hired servant and is unconcerned for the sheep. … Treasury of Scripture And you my flock, the flock of my pasture, are men, and I am your God, said the Lord GOD. ye my Ezekiel 36:38 As the holy flock, as the flock of Jerusalem in her solemn feasts; so shall the waste cities be filled with flocks of men: and they shall know that I am the LORD. Psalm 78:52 But made his own people to go forth like sheep, and guided them in the wilderness like a flock. Psalm 80:1 To the chief Musician upon ShoshannimEduth, A Psalm of Asaph. Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, thou that leadest Joseph like a flock; thou that dwellest between the cherubims, shine forth. I Ezekiel 34:24 And I the LORD will be their God, and my servant David a prince among them; I the LORD have spoken it. Jump to Previous Affirmation Declares Flock Grass-Lands Pasture Sheep SovereignJump to Next Affirmation Declares Flock Grass-Lands Pasture Sheep SovereignEzekiel 34 1. A reproof of the shepherds7. God's judgment against them 11. His providence over his flock 20. The kingdom of Christ You are My flock This phrase identifies the people of Israel as God's chosen flock, emphasizing a relationship of care and guidance. In biblical times, a flock was dependent on the shepherd for protection and provision, symbolizing God's role as a caretaker. This imagery is consistent with other scriptures, such as Psalm 23, where the Lord is depicted as a shepherd. The shepherd-flock relationship underscores God's commitment to His people, highlighting themes of leadership and responsibility. the sheep of My pasture My people and I am your God, declares the Lord GOD. Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel was called by God to deliver messages of judgment and hope to the Israelites. 2. The Flock Represents the people of Israel, often depicted as sheep in the Bible, symbolizing their need for guidance and protection. 3. The Shepherd God is portrayed as the shepherd, emphasizing His role as protector and caretaker of His people. 4. The Pasture Symbolizes the place of provision and safety that God provides for His people. 5. The Lord GOD The covenant name of God, Yahweh, highlighting His authority and relationship with His people. Teaching Points God's Ownership and CareGod claims ownership of His people, emphasizing His commitment to care for and protect them. As believers, we can find comfort in knowing we belong to God and are under His care. The Role of the Shepherd Just as God is the ultimate shepherd, spiritual leaders are called to reflect His care and guidance. This calls for integrity, compassion, and dedication in leadership roles. Identity as God's People Understanding our identity as God's flock should influence how we live, encouraging us to trust in His provision and follow His guidance. Dependence on God Like sheep, we are dependent on God for our needs and direction. This dependence should lead us to seek Him daily through prayer and scripture. Covenant Relationship The declaration "I am your God" highlights the covenant relationship between God and His people, reminding us of His faithfulness and our call to be faithful in return. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 34:31?2. How does Ezekiel 34:31 emphasize God's relationship with His people as a shepherd? 3. What responsibilities do we have as "sheep" under God's care in Ezekiel 34:31? 4. How does John 10:14-15 connect with the shepherd imagery in Ezekiel 34:31? 5. How can church leaders emulate God's shepherding described in Ezekiel 34:31? 6. In what ways can we trust God's guidance as depicted in Ezekiel 34:31? 7. What does Ezekiel 34:31 reveal about God's relationship with His people? 8. How does Ezekiel 34:31 define the role of a shepherd in spiritual leadership? 9. Why does Ezekiel emphasize the metaphor of sheep in chapter 34, verse 31? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 34? 11. What qualities define a good shepherd in scripture? 12. How do sheep survive among wolves? 13. How do sheep survive among wolves? 14. What does it mean Jesus is the True Shepherd? What Does Ezekiel 34:31 Mean You are My flockGod opens with ownership. He claims the people of Israel—and by extension all who are grafted in by faith—as His very own. • Not a distant manager but a present Shepherd (Ezekiel 34:11-12). • Personal pronoun “My” mirrors Jesus’ words, “I am the good shepherd; I know My sheep” (John 10:14). • This assurance counters every fear of abandonment (Hebrews 13:5-6). the sheep of My pasture The emphasis shifts from ownership to environment. • He provides the pasture: nourishment (Psalm 23:1-3) and rest (Jeremiah 50:6). • He guards the boundaries, keeping predators out (Ezekiel 34:25). • “We are His people, and the sheep of His pasture” (Psalm 100:3) shows a consistent biblical theme—God sustains what He owns. My people Here God ties the pastoral image to covenant identity. • The phrase echoes His promise to Israel, “I will take you as My own people” (Exodus 6:7). • It anticipates the new-covenant reality, “You once were not a people, but now you are God’s people” (1 Peter 2:10). • Being “My people” means representation—bearing His name before the nations (Isaiah 43:21). and I am your God Covenant comes full circle: belonging is mutual. • From Genesis 17:7 to Revelation 21:3, this is God’s steady refrain. • It secures both relationship and responsibility—He leads; we follow (Leviticus 26:12; John 10:27). • The statement guarantees protection, provision, and discipline (Psalm 84:11; Hebrews 12:6-7). declares the Lord GOD The closing seal underscores divine authority. • “Declares” marks an unbreakable decree (Isaiah 46:9-10). • “Lord GOD” (Adonai YHWH) combines sovereign rule with covenant faithfulness (Ezekiel 17:24). • What He speaks, He accomplishes; no earthly shepherd can override His word (Numbers 23:19). summary Ezekiel 34:31 is a tender covenant portrait. God claims us (“My flock”), cares for us (“sheep of My pasture”), names us (“My people”), commits Himself to us (“I am your God”), and seals it with His sovereign word (“declares the Lord GOD”). Our response is joyful trust and obedient following under the perfect Shepherd who never fails. (31) The flock of my pasture.--The chapter closes with the strongest and tenderest assurance that the object of its figurative language is to point out the renewed and close communion which is to come about between God and His people. They are to be His flock, and He is to be their God. Yet still, the vast and infinite distance between them is not left out of view, but rather brought prominently forward--they are men; He is God. They were not yet prepared to understand how this infinite chasm could be bridged over; only it should be by their shepherd David. We know that He was the Mediator, both God and man, thus uniting both in one.Verse 31. - And ye my flock. The great utterance, we might call it the "ode of the shepherds," comes round to the point from which its second portion started (ver. 11). All blessings were summed up in the thought that, behind every representative of the Father's care, the ideal David and his house, there was the eternal relationship between Jehovah and his people, even that of the Shepherd and his sheep. The LXX. omits the words "are men," and here also is followed by Cornill.
Hebrew Youוְאַתֵּ֥ן (wə·’at·tên) Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - second person feminine plural Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you are My flock, צֹאנִ֛י (ṣō·nî) Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock the sheep צֹ֥אן (ṣōn) Noun - common singular construct Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock of My pasture, מַרְעִיתִ֖י (mar·‘î·ṯî) Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 4830: A pasturing, shepherding, pasturage My people, אָדָ֣ם (’ā·ḏām) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being and I אֲנִי֙ (’ă·nî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 589: I am your God,’ אֱלֹ֣הֵיכֶ֔ם (’ĕ·lō·hê·ḵem) Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative declares נְאֻ֖ם (nə·’um) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5002: An oracle the Lord אֲדֹנָ֥י (’ă·ḏō·nāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 136: The Lord GOD.” יְהוִֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3069: YHWH Links Ezekiel 34:31 NIVEzekiel 34:31 NLT Ezekiel 34:31 ESV Ezekiel 34:31 NASB Ezekiel 34:31 KJV Ezekiel 34:31 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 34:31 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 34:31 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 34:31 French Bible Ezekiel 34:31 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 34:31 You my sheep the sheep of my (Ezek. Eze Ezk) |
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