Ezekiel 39:8Meaning & Commentary from the Church Fathers

Behold, it has come to pass, and it will be achieved, declares the Lord of Adonai. Regard it as already fulfilled and have unwavering trust in it, as though it has indeed taken place; for what I have prophesied will certainly come to fruition. This is the day to which I refer. This day has been predicted on numerous occasions. He refers to this day as the time of Gog's retribution. Subsequently, He proclaims that all of Israel will wield their arms—spears, bows, arrows, shields, and rods instead of wood—and will not need to gather wood, as these mentioned weapons will suffice for their requirements for seven years. Through this, He allows us to witness the vast multitude of adversaries and also foretells the future tomb of Gog. For He states: