New International Version“’My servant David will be king over them, and they will all have one shepherd. They will follow my laws and be careful to keep my decrees.
New Living Translation“My servant David will be their king, and they will have only one shepherd. They will obey my regulations and be careful to keep my decrees.
English Standard Version“My servant David shall be king over them, and they shall all have one shepherd. They shall walk in my rules and be careful to obey my statutes.
Berean Standard BibleMy servant David will be king over them, and there will be one shepherd for all of them. They will follow My ordinances and keep and observe My statutes.
King James BibleAnd David my servant shall be king over them; and they all shall have one shepherd: they shall also walk in my judgments, and observe my statutes, and do them.
New King James Version“David My servant shall be king over them, and they shall all have one shepherd; they shall also walk in My judgments and observe My statutes, and do them.
New American Standard Bible“And My servant David will be king over them, and they will all have one shepherd; and they will walk in My ordinances, and keep My statutes and follow them.
NASB 1995“My servant David will be king over them, and they will all have one shepherd; and they will walk in My ordinances and keep My statutes and observe them.
NASB 1977“And My servant David will be king over them, and they will all have one shepherd; and they will walk in My ordinances, and keep My statutes, and observe them.
Legacy Standard Bible“And My servant David will be king over them, and they will all have one shepherd; and they will walk in My judgments and keep My statutes and do them.
Amplified Bible“My servant David will be king over them, and they all will have one shepherd. They will also walk in My ordinances and keep My statutes and observe them.
Christian Standard BibleMy servant David will be king over them, and there will be one shepherd for all of them. They will follow my ordinances, and keep my statutes and obey them.
Holman Christian Standard BibleMy servant David will be king over them, and there will be one shepherd for all of them. They will follow My ordinances, and keep My statutes and obey them.”
American Standard VersionAnd my servant David shall be king over them; and they all shall have one shepherd: they shall also walk in mine ordinances, and observe my statutes, and do them.
English Revised VersionAnd my servant David shall be king over them; and they all shall have one shepherd: they shall also walk in my judgments, and observe my statutes, and do them.
GOD'S WORD® Translation" 'My servant David will be their king, and all of them will have one shepherd. They will live by my rules, and they will obey my laws.
Good News TranslationA king like my servant David will be their king. They will all be united under one ruler and will obey my laws faithfully.
International Standard Version"'"My servant King David will be there for them, and one shepherd will be appointed for them. They will live according to my decrees, keep my regulations, and practice them.
NET Bible"'My servant David will be king over them; there will be one shepherd for all of them. They will follow my regulations and carefully observe my statutes.
New Heart English Bible"'"My servant David shall be king over them; and they all shall have one shepherd: they shall also walk in my ordinances, and observe my statutes, and do them.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd David my servant shall be king over them; and they all shall have one shepherd: they shall also walk in my judgments, and observe my statutes, and do them. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMy servant David will be king over them, and there will be one shepherd for all of them. They will follow My ordinances and keep and observe My statutes.
World English Bible“‘“My servant David will be king over them. They all will have one shepherd. They will also walk in my ordinances and observe my statutes, and do them. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd My servant David [is] king over them, "" And they all have one shepherd, "" And they go in My judgments, "" And they keep My statutes, and have done them.
Young's Literal Translation And My servant David is king over them, And one shepherd have they all, And in My judgments they go, And My statutes they keep, and have done them.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd my servant David a king over them; and one shepherd shall be to all of them: and in my judgments they shall go and they shall watch my laws and do them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd my servant David shall be king over them, and they shall have one shepherd: they shall walk in my judgments, and shall keep my commandments, and shall do them.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd my servant David shall be the king over them, and they shall have one shepherd. They shall walk in my judgments, and they shall keep my commandments, and they shall do them.
New American BibleDavid my servant shall be king over them; they shall all have one shepherd. They shall walk in my ordinances, observe my statutes, and keep them.
New Revised Standard VersionMy servant David shall be king over them; and they shall all have one shepherd. They shall follow my ordinances and be careful to observe my statutes. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd my servant David shall be king over them; and they all shall have one shepherd; they shall walk in my judgments and keep my commandments and do them.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd my Servant David shall reign over them, and there shall be the one Shepherd for them all, and they shall walk in my judgments, and they shall keep my commandments, and they shall do them OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And My servant David shall be king over them, and they all shall have one shepherd; they shall also walk in Mine ordinances, and observe My statutes, and do them.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd my servant David shall be a prince in the midst of them: there shall be one shepherd of them all; for they shall walk in mine ordinances, and keep my judgments, and do them.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context One Nation with One King… 23They will no longer defile themselves with their idols or detestable images, or with any of their transgressions. I will save them from all their apostasies by which they sinned, and I will cleanse them. Then they will be My people, and I will be their God. 24My servantDavidwill be kingover them,and there will beoneshepherdfor all of them.They will followMy ordinancesand keepand observeMy statutes.25They will live in the land that I gave to My servant Jacob, where your fathers lived. They will live there forever with their children and grandchildren, and My servant David will be their prince forever.…
Cross References Jeremiah 30:9Instead, they will serve the LORD their God and David their king, whom I will raise up for them.
Hosea 3:5Afterward, the people of Israel will return and seek the LORD their God and David their king. They will come trembling to the LORD and to His goodness in the last days.
2 Samuel 7:12-16And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. / I will be his Father, and he will be My son. When he does wrong, I will discipline him with the rod of men and with the blows of the sons of men. ...
Isaiah 55:3-4Incline your ear and come to Me; listen, so that your soul may live. I will make with you an everlasting covenant—My loving devotion promised to David. / Behold, I have made him a witness to the nations, a leader and commander of the peoples.
Psalm 89:3-4You said, “I have made a covenant with My chosen one, I have sworn to David My servant: / ‘I will establish your offspring forever and build up your throne for all generations.’” Selah
Jeremiah 23:5-6Behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He will reign wisely as King and will administer justice and righteousness in the land. / In His days Judah will be saved, and Israel will dwell securely. And this is His name by which He will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness.
Isaiah 9:6-7For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. / Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.
Micah 5:2But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come forth for Me One to be ruler over Israel—One whose origins are of old, from the days of eternity.
Acts 13:34In fact, God raised Him from the dead, never to see decay. As He has said: ‘I will give you the holy and sure blessings promised to David.’
Luke 1:32-33He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, / and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!”
John 10:11I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.
John 10:16I 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.
Matthew 2:6‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah, for out of you will come a ruler who will be the shepherd of My people Israel.’”
Revelation 5:5Then one of the elders said to me, “Do not weep! Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has triumphed to open the scroll and its seven seals.”
Revelation 22:16“I, Jesus, have sent My angel to give you this testimony for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, the bright Morning Star.”
Treasury of Scripture And David my servant shall be king over them; and they all shall have one shepherd: they shall also walk in my judgments, and observe my statutes, and do them. David Ezekiel 37:25
And they shall dwell in the land that I have given unto Jacob my servant, wherein your fathers have dwelt; and they shall dwell therein,even they, and their children, and their children's children for ever: and my servant Davidshall be their prince for ever. Isaiah 55:3,4
Incline your ear, and come unto me: hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you,even the sure mercies of David… Jeremiah 23:5
Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will raise unto David a righteous Branch, and a King shall reign and prosper, and shall execute judgment and justice in the earth. one Ezekiel 37:22
And I will make them one nation in the land upon the mountains of Israel; and one king shall be king to them all: and they shall be no more two nations, neither shall they be divided into two kingdoms any more at all: Ezekiel 34:23,24
And I will set up one shepherd over them, and he shall feed them,even my servant David; he shall feed them, and he shall be their shepherd… Psalm 78:71,72
From following the ewes great with young he brought him to feed Jacob his people, and Israel his inheritance… they shall Ezekiel 36:27
And I will put my spirit within you, and cause you to walk in my statutes, and ye shall keep my judgments, and dothem. Deuteronomy 30:6
And the LORD thy God will circumcise thine heart, and the heart of thy seed, to love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, that thou mayest live. Jeremiah 31:33
But thisshall be the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel; After those days, saith the LORD, I will put my law in their inward parts, and write it in their hearts; and will be their God, and they shall be my people. Jump to Previous CarefulDavidDecreesFollowGuidedJudgmentsKeeperLawsObserveOrdersOrdinancesRulesServantShepherdStatutesWalkJump to Next CarefulDavidDecreesFollowGuidedJudgmentsKeeperLawsObserveOrdersOrdinancesRulesServantShepherdStatutesWalkEzekiel 37 1.By the resurrection of dry bones11.the dead hope of Israel is revived15.By the uniting of two sticks18.is shown the incorporation of Israel into Judah21.The promises of Christ's kingdomMy servant David will be king over themThis phrase refers to the promise of a future leader from the line of David, symbolizing a messianic figure. Historically, David was the second king of Israel, known for uniting the tribes and establishing Jerusalem as the capital. The reference to "David" here is understood as a typology of Jesus Christ, who is often called the "Son of David" in the New Testament ( Matthew 1:1). This prophecy points to the coming of a ruler who will embody the qualities of David, such as righteousness and a heart after God. The use of "servant" emphasizes humility and obedience to God, characteristics fulfilled in Christ ( Philippians 2:7). and there will be one shepherd for all of them
The imagery of a shepherd is significant in biblical literature, symbolizing leadership, guidance, and care. In the ancient Near East, kings were often depicted as shepherds of their people. This phrase suggests unity under a single, divinely appointed leader. Jesus identifies Himself as the "Good Shepherd" inJohn 10:11, fulfilling this role by gathering and caring for His flock, the Church. The concept of one shepherd also implies the reunification of Israel and Judah, as well as the inclusion of Gentiles into one people of God (Ephesians 2:14-16). They will follow My ordinances
This part of the verse emphasizes obedience to God's laws. In the historical context, the Israelites were given the Law through Moses, which included moral, ceremonial, and civil ordinances. The future fulfillment of this prophecy indicates a time when God's people will willingly and faithfully adhere to His commands. This is echoed in the New Covenant promise ofJeremiah 31:33, where God writes His law on the hearts of His people, enabling them to follow His ways through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:4). and keep and observe My statutes
The repetition of "keep and observe" underscores the importance of not only knowing God's laws but also living them out. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, statutes were specific decrees given by God to guide the community in holiness and justice. This phrase points to a future transformation where God's people will be empowered to live in accordance with His will. This transformation is made possible through the work of Christ and the sanctifying power of the Holy Spirit, as believers are conformed to the image of Christ (2 Corinthians 3:18). Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel's messages often contained visions and symbolic acts to convey God's plans and promises to Israel. 2. DavidAlthough King David had long passed by Ezekiel's time, he is referenced here symbolically as a type of the coming Messiah, who would be a shepherd and king over a united Israel. 3. IsraelThe nation of Israel, divided and in exile, is the primary audience of Ezekiel's prophecy, with a promise of future restoration and unity under one king. 4. ShepherdSymbolically represents leadership and care, pointing to the Messiah who would guide and protect His people. 5. Ordinances and StatutesRefers to God's laws and commands, which the people are called to follow as part of their covenant relationship with Him. Teaching Points Messianic FulfillmentJesus Christ is the fulfillment of the prophecy of a new Davidic king, uniting and shepherding God's people. Unity Under ChristBelievers are called to unity under one Shepherd, Jesus, transcending divisions and focusing on His leadership. Obedience to God's CommandsFollowing God's ordinances and statutes is a mark of true discipleship and covenant faithfulness. Hope in RestorationJust as Israel was promised restoration, believers can have hope in God's redemptive plans for their lives. Role of LeadershipGodly leadership, modeled after the Good Shepherd, is essential in guiding and nurturing the faith community. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 37
If Ezekiel 37:24 refers to David as king, how is this consistent with a historical timeline where David’s dynasty effectively ended during the exile?
What does 'your rod and staff comfort me' mean?
Jeremiah 33:20–21 compares the perpetual throne of David to the certainty of day and night—how do we explain this in light of the seemingly interrupted monarchy?
How do we explain the apparent lack of fulfillment of Ezekiel 37:21–22, which promises a unified kingdom under one ruler, given the continued dispersion and divisions of the Jewish people?(24) David myservant.--Here, as in Ezekiel 34:23-24, David personally is described as their one king and shepherd. (See the Note there.)
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew My servantוְעַבְדִּ֤י(wə·‘aḇ·dî)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 5650:Slave, servantDavidדָוִד֙(ḏā·wiḏ)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1732:David -- perhaps 'beloved one', a son of Jessewill be kingמֶ֣לֶךְ(me·leḵ)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428:A kingover them,עֲלֵיהֶ֔ם(‘ă·lê·hem)Preposition | third person masculine plural
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, againstand there will beיִהְיֶ֣ה(yih·yeh)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, beoneאֶחָ֖ד(’e·ḥāḏ)Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259:United, one, firstshepherdוְרוֹעֶ֥ה(wə·rō·w·‘eh)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 7462:To tend a, flock, pasture it, in, to graze, to rule, to associate withfor all of them.לְכֻלָּ֑ם(lə·ḵul·lām)Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everyThey will followיֵלֵ֔כוּ(yê·lê·ḵū)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1980:To go, come, walkMy ordinancesוּבְמִשְׁפָּטַ֣י(ū·ḇə·miš·pā·ṭay)Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 4941:A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, styleand keepיִשְׁמְר֖וּ(yiš·mə·rū)Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 8104:To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend toand observeוְעָשׂ֥וּ(wə·‘ā·śū)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 6213:To do, makeMy statutes.וְחֻקֹּתַ֥י(wə·ḥuq·qō·ṯay)Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 2708:Something prescribed, an enactment, statute
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