- In Ezekiel 48:1 and subsequent verses, the distribution of the land in its “new configuration” is set forth and begins with Dan. Why with this particular tribe?
- The description includes a number of tribes but not all; with which tribe does this description end (Ezekiel 48:8)?
- In Ezekiel 48:8, in addition to the confines of the Judean area there is reference to a major positioning; what is it?
- Beginning with Ezekiel 48:9, the allocation of land to the tribes ceases and, instead, what description follows?
- How does Ezekiel 48:11 affirm the prophet’s opinions expressed earlier regarding the Tzadok family?
- According to Ezekiel 48:14, are the areas set aside for the Kohanim (and for the Leviim) ever to be sold?
- Is any portion of the land set aside to be utilized by “secular” individuals (Ezekiel 48:18)?
- Does the nasi have any portion in the yield of this area (Ezekiel 48:21)?
- With Ezekiel 48:23 the chapter resumes describing the allocation of the land, ending with Ezekiel 48:28 and which tribe?
- Can any reason be ascribed to the very brief description of the “remaining tribes” as set forth in Ezekiel 48:23 and through the end of the chapter?
- Reference is made in Ezekiel 48:30 to “exits from the city.” To which city is reference made?
- And insofar as the exits are concerned, how many tribes are named (including Levi) and which tribe is omitted.
- The book concludes with a name given to Jerusalem, the city between Judah and Benjamin in accordance with the description set forth in this chapter. What is the name given to that city?
