What does the cloud covering the land represent in Ezekiel 38:9?
The cloud covering the land in Ezekiel 38:9 represents the massive invasion army of the northern confederation. It is not merely air power, but a vast consortium of many nations and bands coming like a storm to attack Israel, which is dwelling safely in unwalled villages.
Les explains that the cloud covering the land in Ezekiel 38:9 does not specifically mean air power, but represents a massive invasion army. This northern confederation, involving more than just the Russians, will ascend and come like a storm. It is a consortium of all the nations listed in verses 5 and 6. They will move against Israel, which is dwelling safely in unwalled villages, without bars or gates. Les also notes that Israel seeks physical safety from enemies, which the Antichrist will promise, and they will accept it, setting the stage for a surprise attack.
Thou shalt ascend and come like a storm, thou shalt be like a cloud to cover the land, thou, and all thy bands, and many people with thee.