Ezekiel 38:17

¹⁷ Thus saith the Lord Jehovah: Art thou he of whom I spake in old time by my servants the prophets of Israel, that prophesied in those days for [many] years that I would bring thee against them?

Breed

In Genesis 8:17, this signifies the internal man operating upon the external with increase of truth. (Arcana Coelestia 913)

In Deuteronomy 32:14, this signifies the goods of innocence. (Apocalypse Explained 314[7])

Breed also signifies matters relating to the intelligence and wisdom of the people of the Ancient Church. (Apocalypse Explained 374[10])

²⁹ Let peoples serve you, and nations bow down to you. Be lord over your brothers. Let your mother's sons bow down to you. Cursed be everyone who curses you. Blessed be everyone who blesses you."