Arcana Coelestia #2942
2942. 'In the ears of the sons of Heth' means obedience. This is clear from the meaning of 'the ear' as obedience, dealt with in 2542.
Passed, or expired
'Passed' or 'expired' denotes the conclusion of whatever state is being discussed.
(Verweise: Arcana Coelestia 6510)