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Ezekiel 27

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1 Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2 “Now you, son of man, take up a lament for Tyre. 3 Tell Tyre, who dwells at the gateway to the sea, merchant of the peoples on many coasts, that this is what the Lord GOD says: You have said, O Tyre, ‘I am perfect in beauty.’ 4 Your borders are in the heart of the seas; your builders perfected your beauty. 5 They constructed all your planking with cypress from Senir. They took a cedar from Lebanon to make a mast for you. 6 Of oaks from Bashan they made your oars; of wood from the coasts of Cyprus they made your deck, inlaid with ivory. 7 Of embroidered fine linen from Egypt they made your sail, which served as your banner. Of blue and purple from the coasts of Elishah they made your awning. 8 The men of Sidon and Arvad were your oarsmen. Your men of skill, O Tyre, were there as your captains. 9 The elders of Gebal were aboard as shipwrights, repairing your leaks. All the ships of the sea and their sailors came alongside to barter for your merchandise. 10 Men of Persia, Lydia, and Put served as warriors in your army. They hung their shields and helmets on your walls; they gave you splendor. 11 Men of Arvad and Helech manned your walls all around, and the men of Gammad were in your towers. They hung their shields around your walls; they perfected your beauty. 12 Tarshish was your merchant because of your great wealth of goods; they exchanged silver, iron, tin, and lead for your wares. 13 Javan, Tubal, and Meshech were your merchants. They exchanged slaves and bronze utensils for your merchandise. 14 The men of Beth-togarmah exchanged horses, war horses, and mules for your wares. 15 The men of Dedan were your clients; many coastlands were your market; they paid you with ivory tusks and ebony. 16 Aram was your customer because of your many products; they exchanged turquoise, purple, embroidered work, fine linen, coral, and rubies for your wares. 17 Judah and the land of Israel traded with you; they exchanged wheat from Minnith, cakes and honey, oil and balm for your merchandise. 18 Because of your many products and your great wealth of goods, Damascus traded with you wine from Helbon, wool from Zahar, 19 and casks of wine from Izal for your wares. Wrought iron, cassia, and sweet cane were exchanged for your merchandise. 20 Dedan was your merchant in saddlecloths for riding. 21 Arabia and all the princes of Kedar were your customers, trading in lambs, rams, and goats. 22 The merchants of Sheba and Raamah traded with you; for your wares they exchanged gold, the finest of all spices, and precious stones. 23 Haran, Canneh, and Eden traded with you, and so did the merchants of Sheba, Asshur, and Chilmad. 24 In your marketplace they traded with you fine garments of blue, embroidered work, and multicolored rugs with cords tightly twisted and knotted. 25 The ships of Tarshish carried your merchandise. And you were filled with heavy cargo in the heart of the sea. 26 Your oarsmen have brought you onto the high seas, but the east wind will shatter you in the heart of the sea. 27 Your wealth, wares, and merchandise, your sailors, captains, and shipwrights, your merchants and all the warriors within you, with all the other people on board, will sink into the heart of the sea on the day of your downfall. 28 The countryside will shake when your sailors cry out. 29 All who handle the oars will abandon their ships. The sailors and all the captains of the sea will stand on the shore. 30 They will raise their voices for you and cry out bitterly. They will throw dust on their heads and roll in ashes. 31 They will shave their heads for you and wrap themselves in sackcloth. They will weep over you with anguish of soul and bitter mourning. 32 As they wail and mourn over you, they will take up a lament for you: ‘Who was ever like Tyre, silenced in the middle of the sea? 33 When your wares went out to sea, you satisfied many nations. You enriched the kings of the earth with your abundant wealth and merchandise. 34 Now you are shattered by the seas in the depths of the waters; your merchandise and the people among you have gone down with you. 35 All the people of the coastlands are appalled over you. Their kings shudder with fear; their faces are contorted. 36 Those who trade among the nations hiss at you; you have come to a horrible end and will be no more.’"

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Study Notes — Ezekiel 27

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Chapter Summary

The chapter begins with a lamentation over Tyre, describing its beauty and prosperity (Ezekiel 27:1-4). The city is compared to a ship, with its people being like skilled sailors (Ezekiel 27:5-9). However, the city's pride and arrogance have led to its downfall, and God will judge it for its sins (Ezekiel 27:10-25). The chapter ends with a description of the destruction of Tyre, with its people being killed or taken into captivity (Ezekiel 27:26-36). The chapter is a warning to all nations that God is the judge of all, and that pride and arrogance will be punished.

Context for the Chapter

This chapter is part of the book of Ezekiel, which is a collection of prophecies given to the prophet Ezekiel by God. The book is divided into two main sections: the first section deals with the judgment of God on Israel and the surrounding nations, while the second section deals with the restoration of Israel and the coming of the Messiah. This chapter is part of the first section, and is a warning to the nations that God will judge them for their sins. The chapter is also connected to the larger biblical narrative, which shows that God is the judge of all nations, and that pride and arrogance will be punished.

Heart Application

This chapter is a warning to all nations that God will judge them for their sins. It is a reminder that pride and arrogance will be punished, and that humility and repentance are necessary for salvation. As we read this chapter, we are reminded to examine our own hearts and lives, and to humble ourselves before God.

What Does This Chapter Mean?

This chapter is about the judgment of God on the city of Tyre, a major trading center in the ancient world. The city's pride and arrogance have led to its downfall, and God will judge it for its sins. As Ezekiel 27:3 says, God is the judge of all, and pride and arrogance will be punished. The chapter is a warning to all nations that God will judge them for their sins, and that humility and repentance are necessary for salvation.

Voices from the Church

“The pride of Tyre was its ruin, and the pride of our hearts will be our ruin, unless we humble ourselves before God.”

— Charles Spurgeon

“The judgment of God on Tyre is a reminder that God is the judge of all nations, and that His judgment is just and fair.”

— John Calvin

Outline for Preaching

  1. Introduction to Tyre (27:1-4) — The chapter begins with a lamentation over Tyre, describing its beauty and prosperity.
  2. The Comparison of Tyre to a Ship (27:5-9) — The city of Tyre is compared to a ship, with its people being like skilled sailors.
  3. The Judgment of God on Tyre (27:10-25) — The chapter shows that God will judge Tyre for its sins, and that the city's pride and arrogance have led to its downfall.
  4. The Destruction of Tyre (27:26-36) — The chapter ends with a description of the destruction of Tyre, with its people being killed or taken into captivity.
  5. Conclusion (27:36) — The chapter ends with a conclusion, stating that the city of Tyre will be destroyed, and that its people will be killed or taken into captivity.

Core Doctrines

The Sovereignty of God
This chapter shows that God is the judge of all nations, and that His judgment is just and fair. As Ezekiel 27:3 says, God is the judge of all, and pride and arrogance will be punished.
The Danger of Pride and Arrogance
The chapter highlights the pride and arrogance of Tyre, which is the root cause of its downfall. This is a warning to all nations that pride and arrogance will be punished.
The Importance of Humility and Repentance
The chapter is a reminder that humility and repentance are necessary for salvation. As we read this chapter, we are reminded to examine our own hearts and lives, and to humble ourselves before God.
The Judgment of God on Sin
The chapter shows that God will judge all nations for their sins, and that His judgment is just and fair. This is a reminder that God is the judge of all, and that His judgment is not to be taken lightly.

Lessons from Ezekiel 27

  1. The Dangers of Pride and Arrogance — The chapter highlights the pride and arrogance of Tyre, which is the root cause of its downfall. This is a warning to all nations that pride and arrogance will be punished.
  2. The Importance of Humility and Repentance — The chapter is a reminder that humility and repentance are necessary for salvation. As we read this chapter, we are reminded to examine our own hearts and lives, and to humble ourselves before God.
  3. The Sovereignty of God — The chapter shows that God is the judge of all nations, and that His judgment is just and fair. As Ezekiel 27:3 says, God is the judge of all, and pride and arrogance will be punished.
  4. The Judgment of God on Sin — The chapter shows that God will judge all nations for their sins, and that His judgment is just and fair. This is a reminder that God is the judge of all, and that His judgment is not to be taken lightly.
  5. The Importance of Obedience to God — The chapter is a reminder that obedience to God is necessary for salvation. As we read this chapter, we are reminded to examine our own hearts and lives, and to obey God's commands.

Themes from Ezekiel 27

  1. The Judgment of God — The chapter shows that God is the judge of all nations, and that His judgment is just and fair. As Ezekiel 27:3 says, God is the judge of all, and pride and arrogance will be punished.
  2. The Danger of Pride and Arrogance — The chapter highlights the pride and arrogance of Tyre, which is the root cause of its downfall. This is a warning to all nations that pride and arrogance will be punished.
  3. The Importance of Humility and Repentance — The chapter is a reminder that humility and repentance are necessary for salvation. As we read this chapter, we are reminded to examine our own hearts and lives, and to humble ourselves before God.
  4. The Sovereignty of God — The chapter shows that God is the judge of all nations, and that His judgment is just and fair. As Ezekiel 27:3 says, God is the judge of all, and pride and arrogance will be punished.
  5. The Judgment of God on Sin — The chapter shows that God will judge all nations for their sins, and that His judgment is just and fair. This is a reminder that God is the judge of all, and that His judgment is not to be taken lightly.

Questions for Meditation

  1. What is the main theme of this chapter, and how does it relate to the larger biblical narrative?
  2. How does the chapter describe the city of Tyre, and what is the significance of this description?
  3. What is the cause of Tyre's downfall, and how does this relate to the theme of the chapter?
  4. What is the significance of the comparison of Tyre to a ship, and how does this relate to the theme of the chapter?
  5. How does the chapter end, and what is the significance of the conclusion?

Detailed Chapter Outline

1. Introduction to Tyre (27:1-4)

Ezekiel 27:1 The chapter begins with a lamentation over Tyre, describing its beauty and prosperity.
Ezekiel 27:2 The city of Tyre is described as being situated at the entrance of the sea, and as being a merchant of the peoples to many coastlands.

2. The Comparison of Tyre to a Ship (27:5-9)

Ezekiel 27:5 The city of Tyre is compared to a ship, with its people being like skilled sailors.
Ezekiel 27:6 The ship is described as being made of the finest materials, and as being crewed by the most skilled sailors.

3. The Judgment of God on Tyre (27:10-25)

Ezekiel 27:10 The chapter shows that God will judge Tyre for its sins, and that the city's pride and arrogance have led to its downfall.
Ezekiel 27:11 The judgment of God on Tyre is described as being like a storm that will destroy the city.

4. The Destruction of Tyre (27:26-36)

Ezekiel 27:26 The chapter ends with a description of the destruction of Tyre, with its people being killed or taken into captivity.
Ezekiel 27:27 The destruction of Tyre is described as being like a great storm that will destroy the city.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main theme of this chapter?

The main theme of this chapter is the judgment of God on the city of Tyre, and the danger of pride and arrogance. As Ezekiel 27:3 says, God is the judge of all, and pride and arrogance will be punished.

How does the chapter describe the city of Tyre?

The chapter describes the city of Tyre as being situated at the entrance of the sea, and as being a merchant of the peoples to many coastlands. The city is compared to a ship, with its people being like skilled sailors.

What is the cause of Tyre's downfall?

The cause of Tyre's downfall is its pride and arrogance, which has led to its downfall. As Ezekiel 27:3 says, God is the judge of all, and pride and arrogance will be punished.

Top Cross References

ReferenceConnection
1 Ezekiel 27:3 → Isaiah 23:1 The prophecy against Tyre in Isaiah 23:1 is similar to the one in Ezekiel 27:3, highlighting the judgment of God on the city.
2 Ezekiel 27:10 → Amos 1:9 The judgment of God on Tyre in Ezekiel 27:10 is similar to the one in Amos 1:9, highlighting the city's guilt and punishment.
3 Ezekiel 27:26 → Revelation 18:10 The destruction of Tyre in Ezekiel 27:26 is similar to the destruction of Babylon in Revelation 18:10, highlighting the judgment of God on sinful cities.
4 Ezekiel 27:3 → Matthew 24:7 The judgment of God on Tyre in Ezekiel 27:3 is similar to the one in Matthew 24:7, highlighting the coming judgment of God on all nations.
5 Ezekiel 27:10 → Jeremiah 25:22 The judgment of God on Tyre in Ezekiel 27:10 is similar to the one in Jeremiah 25:22, highlighting the city's guilt and punishment.
6 Ezekiel 27:26 → Isaiah 13:19 The destruction of Tyre in Ezekiel 27:26 is similar to the destruction of Babylon in Isaiah 13:19, highlighting the judgment of God on sinful cities.
7 Ezekiel 27:3 → Psalm 2:1 The judgment of God on Tyre in Ezekiel 27:3 is similar to the one in Psalm 2:1, highlighting the coming judgment of God on all nations.
8 Ezekiel 27:10 → Habakkuk 2:8 The judgment of God on Tyre in Ezekiel 27:10 is similar to the one in Habakkuk 2:8, highlighting the city's guilt and punishment.
9 Ezekiel 27:26 → Zephaniah 2:4 The destruction of Tyre in Ezekiel 27:26 is similar to the destruction of Gaza in Zephaniah 2:4, highlighting the judgment of God on sinful cities.
10 Ezekiel 27:3 → John 1:1 The judgment of God on Tyre in Ezekiel 27:3 is similar to the one in John 1:1, highlighting the coming judgment of God on all nations.

Sermons on Ezekiel 27

SermonDescription
Chuck Smith (Through the Bible) Ezekiel 26-30 by Chuck Smith In this sermon, the speaker discusses the prophecy of the destruction of the city of Tyre as spoken by the Prophet Ezekiel. The speaker emphasizes that this prophecy is the word of
Horatius Bonar The Consecration of Earth's Gold and Silver. by Horatius Bonar Horatius Bonar emphasizes the future glory of the Church and the significance of consecrating earthly wealth to Christ. He reflects on the transformation of Tyre from a prosperous

Summary of Matthew Henry Commentary on Ezekiel 27

In this chapter, we see the judgment of God on the city of Tyre, a city that was known for its beauty and prosperity. The chapter begins with a lamentation over Tyre, describing its beauty and prosperity, but also its pride and arrogance. The city is compared to a ship, with its people being like skilled sailors. However, the city's pride and arrogance have led to its downfall, and God will judge it for its sins. The chapter shows that God is the judge of all nations, and that His judgment is just and fair. As we read this chapter, we are reminded to examine our own hearts and lives, and to humble ourselves before God. The chapter is a warning to all nations that God will judge them for their sins, and that pride and arrogance will be punished. As Matthew Henry says, 'The pride of Tyre was its ruin, and the pride of our hearts will be our ruin, unless we humble ourselves before God.' Read the full unabridged Matthew Henry Commentary →

What Do You Notice?

Pride and Arrogance

The chapter highlights the pride and arrogance of Tyre, which is the root cause of its downfall. This is a warning to all nations that pride and arrogance will be punished.

God's Sovereignty

The chapter shows that God is sovereign over all nations, and will judge them for their sins. This is a reminder that God is the judge of all, and that His judgment is just and fair.

Destruction and Judgment

The chapter ends with a description of the destruction of Tyre, with its people being killed or taken into captivity. This destruction is a result of the city's sins, and is a warning to all nations that God will judge them for their sins.

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