God tells Ezekiel to prophesy and say to Gog that on the day when Israel is living in security, Gog will know it and stir himself to action, setting in motion the invasion that God has already orchestrated. The word 'know' suggests that Gog will become aware of Israel's vulnerability and security, perhaps through intelligence or simple observation. The stirring to action follows naturally from the knowledge of Israel's security; Gog's motivation is rational from his perspective, even if orchestrated by God. The formula 'On that day' introduces the temporal coordination between Israel's restoration and Gog's invasion; the threat comes precisely when the promise seems most secure. This verse emphasizes that Gog's actions, though appearing autonomous, occur within the time frame God has established.

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