Alfred Edersheim
The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX
Bemidbar R. 13 — Messianic battle with Gog and Magog
Final Battle
Ezekiel prophesied a final gathering of hostile nations against God's people.
Old Testament
Ezekiel 39:2
I will turn you around and drag you along. I will bring you from the far north and send you against the mountains of Israel.
New Testament
Revelation 20:8
When the thousand years are over, Satan will be released from his prison and will go out to deceive the nations in the four corners of the earth — Gog and Magog.
Why This Matters
Ezekiel prophesied a final gathering of hostile nations against God's people. Revelation identifies this as the last battle — Gog and Magog deceived by Satan, ultimately destroyed by God's fire.
Reflection
Lord, the kingdom You promised in Ezekiel 39:2 is breaking in through Revelation 20:8. Make me a faithful citizen of that kingdom today.
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