Now when I passed by thee, and looked upon thee, behold, thy time was the time of love; and I spread my skirt over thee, and covered thy nakedness: yea, I sware unto thee, and entered into a covenant with thee, saith the Lord GOD, and thou becamest mine.
When I came back and saw you, I knew it was time, you were ready for love. I covered you, protected you, made you promises, and committed to you completely. You became mine.
God saw you were ready and chose to love you with everything he had.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Ezekiel, written during the Babylonian exile around the 6th century BC, the prophet uses a vivid allegory to depict God's relationship with Israel, portraying Jerusalem as an abandoned infant whom God rescues and nurtures. This verse specifically describes the moment when God extends His protection and enters into a covenant with Israel, symbolizing the marital-like commitment at Mount Sinai. It serves as a reminder of God's initiating love amid Israel's vulnerability and unfaithfulness.
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