Read Ezekiel 36.1-15
The oracle concerning the restoration of the mountains of Israel is a deliberate contrast with that against Mount Seir.
In verse 2 God begins by citing Edom's intentions to take control of Israel.
In verses 3-12 the oracle presupposes the depopulation and desolation of the entire land,
which must now be replenished.
The rest of the nations: Edom elsewhere is a symbol for nations that threaten Israel (Isa 34; 63.1-6).
They shall increase and be fruitful: See Gen 1.22, 28; 9.7.
In verses 13-15 the prophet accuses the mountains of devouring people.
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