Ezekiel 34:31
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.”

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.

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."

Majority Standard Bible
‘You are My flock, the sheep of My pasture, My people, 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.

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 Version
And you, My flock, the flock of My pasture, "" You [are] men [and] I [am] your God, "" A declaration of 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 Bible
And 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 Bible
And 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 1917
And 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
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. ...

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.

John 10:27-30
My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me. / I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. / My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand. ...

Psalm 23:1-4
A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. / He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. / He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of His name. ...

Isaiah 40:11
He tends His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart. He gently leads the nursing ewes.

Matthew 9:36
When He saw the crowds, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.

Jeremiah 23:1-4
“Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of My pasture!” declares the LORD. / Therefore this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says about the shepherds who tend My people: “You have scattered My flock and driven them away, and have not attended to them. Behold, I will attend to you for the evil of your deeds, declares the LORD. / 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. ...

John 21:15-17
When they had finished eating, Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love Me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus replied, “Feed My lambs.” / Jesus asked a second time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus told him, “Shepherd My sheep.” / Jesus asked a third time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” Peter was deeply hurt that Jesus had asked him a third time, “Do you love Me?” “Lord, You know all things,” he replied. “You know I love You.” Jesus said to him, “Feed My sheep.

1 Peter 5:2-4
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; / not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. / And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

Hebrews 13:20-21
Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, / equip you with every good thing to do His will. And may He accomplish in us what is pleasing in His sight through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen.

Micah 5:4
He will stand and shepherd His flock in the strength of the LORD, in the majestic name of the LORD His God. And they will dwell securely, for then His greatness will extend to the ends of the earth.

Zechariah 13:7
Awake, O sword, against My Shepherd, against the man who is My Companion, declares the LORD of Hosts. Strike the Shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered, and I will turn My hand against the little ones.

Matthew 25:32-34
All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate the people one from another, as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. / He will place the sheep on His right and the goats on His left. / Then the King will say to those on His right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.

Luke 15:4-7
“What man among you, if he has a hundred sheep and loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the pasture and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it? / And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders, / comes home, and calls together his friends and neighbors to tell them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my lost sheep!’ ...

Revelation 7:17
For the Lamb in the center of the throne will be their shepherd. ‘He will lead them to springs of living water,’ and ‘God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’”


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.

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You are My flock
The phrase "You are My flock" emphasizes the intimate relationship between God and His people. The Hebrew word for "flock" is "צֹאן" (tso'n), which is often used to describe a group of sheep under the care of a shepherd. This imagery is deeply rooted in the pastoral culture of ancient Israel, where shepherds were responsible for the protection, guidance, and nourishment of their sheep. In this context, God is portrayed as the divine Shepherd, highlighting His role as a caretaker and protector. This metaphor is consistent throughout Scripture, as seen in Psalm 23 and John 10, where Jesus refers to Himself as the Good Shepherd. It underscores the personal and communal relationship God desires with His people, emphasizing His commitment to their well-being.

the sheep of My pasture
The term "the sheep of My pasture" further develops the shepherd-sheep metaphor. The Hebrew word for "pasture" is "מִרְעֶה" (mir'eh), which refers to a place of feeding and rest. This indicates that God provides not only protection but also sustenance and rest for His people. The imagery of pasture suggests abundance and peace, a place where the sheep can thrive under the shepherd's care. Historically, this reflects the Promised Land, a place of provision and blessing for Israel. Spiritually, it points to the abundant life God offers to His people, as seen in John 10:10, where Jesus speaks of giving life "to the full."

My people
The phrase "My people" signifies a covenant relationship. In Hebrew, "עַמִּי" (ammi) is a term of endearment and possession, indicating that the people belong to God. This echoes the covenant language found throughout the Old Testament, where God repeatedly affirms His commitment to Israel as His chosen people (e.g., Exodus 6:7, Leviticus 26:12). It highlights the identity and purpose of God's people, called to live in obedience and faithfulness to Him. This covenant relationship is fulfilled in the New Testament through Jesus Christ, who establishes a new covenant with all believers, making them God's people (1 Peter 2:9-10).

and I am your God
The declaration "and I am your God" reaffirms God's sovereignty and faithfulness. The Hebrew phrase "וַאֲנִי אֱלֹהֵיכֶם" (va'ani Eloheichem) is a powerful statement of God's identity and His exclusive relationship with His people. It is a reminder of the first commandment, where God declares, "I am the LORD your God" (Exodus 20:2). This phrase underscores God's authority, His role as the ultimate ruler, and His commitment to His people. It is a call to recognize and worship Him alone, rejecting idolatry and false gods. In the New Testament, this relationship is deepened through the revelation of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, inviting believers into a personal and transformative relationship with Him.

declares the Lord GOD
The concluding phrase "declares the Lord GOD" emphasizes the authority and certainty of the message. The Hebrew "נְאֻם אֲדֹנָי יְהוִה" (ne'um Adonai YHWH) is a solemn declaration, often used by prophets to convey the divine origin of their message. "Adonai" signifies God's lordship and mastery, while "YHWH" is the sacred, covenantal name of God, often rendered as "LORD" in English translations. This combination underscores the seriousness and reliability of God's promises. It assures the audience that the words spoken are not merely human opinions but the authoritative word of the Creator and Sustainer of all. This assurance is vital for believers, providing confidence in God's promises and His ultimate plan for redemption and restoration.

(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.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
You
וְאַתֵּ֥ן (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


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