The land within these borders was to be divided among the tribes of Israel.
In the past, before the exile, the nation was divided into two kingdoms. In the future, there would be one united kingdom. The twelve tribes would live together as one people.
This new arrangement would also include resident foreigners. If these foreigners had joined Israel as converts (people who had turned to worship the Lord), they were to receive a share of the land. They would receive an allotment just like native-born Israelites. They could also pass this land on to their children.
For Ezekiel, the land had deep meaning. It was a sign of God’s promise and blessing. Because of this, receiving a share of the land was a great privilege.