Ezekiel 48:6 net — Next to the border of Ephraim from the east side to the west side, Reuben will have one portion.

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"Next to the border of Ephraim from the east side to the west side, Reuben will have one portion."

— Ezekiel 48:6, NET Bible

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Ezekiel 48 — Context

3

Next to the border of Asher from the east side to the west side, Naphtali will have one portion.

4

Next to the border of Naphtali from the east side to the west side, Manasseh will have one portion.

5

Next to the border of Manasseh from the east side to the west side, Ephraim will have one portion.

6

Next to the border of Ephraim from the east side to the west side, Reuben will have one portion.

7

Next to the border of Reuben from the east side to the west side, Judah will have one portion.

8

“Next to the border of Judah from the east side to the west side will be the allotment you must set apart. It is to be eight and a quarter miles wide, and the same length as one of the tribal portions, from the east side to the west side; the sanctuary will be in the middle of it.

9

The allotment you set apart to the LORD will be eight and a quarter miles in length and three and one-third miles in width.

Ezekiel 48:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 48:6 say?
Ezekiel 48:6 in the NET Bible reads: “Next to the border of Ephraim from the east side to the west side, Reuben will have one portion.”
Where is Ezekiel 48:6 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 48:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 48, verse 6.
Who wrote Ezekiel?
Ezekiel is traditionally attributed to Ezekiel the priest. It was written c. 593–571 BC.
What is the book of Ezekiel about?
Ezekiel ministers among the exiles in Babylon with vivid visions, sign-acts, and oracles. He sees God's glory depart from a defiled temple, then promises dry bones brought to life, a new heart, and a restored temple — pictures of resurrection and the new covenant fulfilled in Christ.
What are the major themes of Ezekiel?
Ezekiel explores themes including Glory of God, Judgment, New Heart, Resurrection, New Temple. These themes shape the meaning and context of Ezekiel 48:6.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 48:6 in?
Ezekiel 48:6 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Ezekiel 48:6?
Ezekiel 48:6 reads (NET): “Next to the border of Ephraim from the east side to the west side, Reuben will have one portion.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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