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Ezekiel 46:18

Ezekiel 46:18
Moreover the prince shall not take of the people's inheritance by oppression, to thrust them out of their possession; but he shall give his sons inheritance out of his own possession: that my people be not scattered every man from his possession.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

After he brought me through the entry, which was at the side of the gate,.... The north gate of the inner court, where…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Ezekiel 46:16-18

The prince was robe provided with possessions of his own, in order to prevent exactions from his subjects; further…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Ezekiel 46:16-18

We have here a law for the limiting of the power of the prince in the disposing of the crown-lands. 1. If he have a son…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Ezekiel 46:16-18

Case of the prince alienating any part of his landed property to his sons or servants

If given to his sons the gift…