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Ezekiel 19:10

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Ezekiel 19:10 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Your mother was like a vine in your vineyard, planted by the water; it was fruitful and full of branches because of the abundant waters.

King James Version KJV

¶ Thy mother is like a vine in thy blood, planted by the waters: she was fruitful and full of branches by reason of many waters.

American Standard Version ASV

Thy mother was like a vine, in thy blood, planted by the waters: it was fruitful and full of branches by reason of many waters.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Your mother was in comparison like a vine, planted by the waters: she was fertile and full of branches because of the great waters.

Free Bible Version FBV

Your mother was like a vine planted in your vineyard at the waterside. It produced a lot of fruit and had many branches because it had plenty of water.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Thy mother is like a vine in thy blood, planted by the waters: she brought foorth fruite and branches by the abundant waters,

Young's Literal Translation YLT

Thy mother [is] as a vine in thy blood by waters planted, Fruitful and full of boughs it hath been, Because of many waters.

World English Bible WEB

“‘Your mother was like a vine in your blood, planted by the waters. It was fruitful and full of branches by reason of many waters.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Thy mother is like a vine in thy blood, planted by the waters: she was fruitful and full of branches by reason of many waters.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

Thy mother is like a vine in thy blood planted by the water: her fruit and her branches have grown out of many waters.

Translation for Translators T4T

‘It is as though [SIM] your mother was a grapevine that was planted along a stream. There was plenty of water, so it had lots of branches and produced a lot of grapes.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 19:10

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Ezekiel 19:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB אִמְּ/ךָ֥ כַ/גֶּ֛פֶן בְּ/דָמְ/ךָ֖ עַל מַ֣יִם שְׁתוּלָ֑ה פֹּֽרִיָּה֙ וַֽ/עֲנֵפָ֔ה הָיְתָ֖ה מִ/מַּ֥יִם רַבִּֽים
אִמְּ/ךָ֥ ʼêm H517 mother N-fs | Suff
כַ/גֶּ֛פֶן gephen H1612 vine Prep | N-cs
בְּ/דָמְ/ךָ֖ dâm H1818 blood Prep | N-ms | Suff
עַל ʻal H5921 upon Prep
מַ֣יִם mayim H4325 Water (Gate) N-mp
שְׁתוּלָ֑ה shâthal H8362 to transplant V-Qal-Inf-c
פֹּֽרִיָּה֙ pârâh H6509 be fruitful V-Qal
וַֽ/עֲנֵפָ֔ה ʻânêph H6058 thickly branched Conj | Adj
הָיְתָ֖ה hâyâh H1961 to be V-Qal-Perf-3fs
מִ/מַּ֥יִם mayim H4325 Water (Gate) Prep | N-mp
רַבִּֽים rab H7227 many Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 19:10

אִמְּ/ךָ֥ ʼêm H517 "mother" N-fs | Suff
The Hebrew word for 'mother' is used in the Bible to describe a female parent or a maternal figure. It can also refer to the source or origin of something, such as a river or a family. In some cases, it is used figuratively to describe a person's relationship to others.
Definition: 1) mother 1a) of humans 1b) of Deborah's relationship to the people (fig.) 1c) of animals 2) point of departure or division
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: dam, mother, [idiom] parting. See also: Genesis 2:24; 2 Kings 4:19; Psalms 22:10.
כַ/גֶּ֛פֶן gephen H1612 "vine" Prep | N-cs
The Hebrew word for vine, often referring to Israel or prosperity, appears in the Bible as a symbol of God's people. It is also used to describe a grapevine. In the Bible, vines are often associated with abundance and fruitfulness.
Definition: 1) vine, vine tree 1a) of Israel (fig.) 1b) of stars fading at Jehovah's judgment (metaph.) 1c) of prosperity
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: vine, tree. See also: Genesis 40:9; Isaiah 24:7; Psalms 78:47.
בְּ/דָמְ/ךָ֖ dâm H1818 "blood" Prep | N-ms | Suff
Blood refers to the liquid that flows through the body, essential for life. In the Bible, blood is often used to symbolize life, guilt, or sacrifice, as seen in the story of Jesus' crucifixion.
Definition: 1) blood 1a) of wine (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 295 OT verses. KJV: blood(-y, -guiltiness, (-thirsty), [phrase] innocent. See also: Genesis 4:10; Numbers 19:5; Psalms 5:7.
עַל ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
מַ֣יִם mayim H4325 "Water (Gate)" N-mp
This word means water, referring to a liquid or a source of refreshment. It appears in the Bible as a literal and figurative term, including references to wasting or urine. The word is used in various contexts, such as in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: This name means water, refreshment
Usage: Occurs in 525 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] piss, wasting, water(-ing, (-course, -flood, -spring)). See also: Genesis 1:2; Leviticus 14:9; Joshua 18:15.
שְׁתוּלָ֑ה shâthal H8362 "to transplant" V-Qal-Inf-c
The Hebrew word for transplanting, which involves moving a plant from one location to another. In biblical contexts, it is used to describe the act of planting or transplanting trees, vines, or other vegetation. This term appears in various agricultural and horticultural passages.
Definition: (Qal) to plant, transplant
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: plant. See also: Psalms 1:3; Ezekiel 17:22; Psalms 92:14.
פֹּֽרִיָּה֙ pârâh H6509 "be fruitful" V-Qal
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to be fruitful or produce something, like a tree bearing fruit. It is used in a literal sense, but also figuratively, like in Genesis where God tells humans to be fruitful and multiply. It emphasizes growth and increase.
Definition: 1) to bear fruit, be fruitful, branch off 1a) (Qal) to bear fruit, be fruitful 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to bear fruit 1b2) to make fruitful 1b3) to show fruitfulness, bear fruit Also means: pa.ra (פָּרָא "be fruitful" H6500)
Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: bear, bring forth (fruit), (be, cause to be, make) fruitful, grow, increase. See also: Genesis 1:22; Exodus 1:7; Psalms 105:24.
וַֽ/עֲנֵפָ֔ה ʻânêph H6058 "thickly branched" Conj | Adj
Something that is full of branches or dense with them is described by the Hebrew word 'aneph', conveying a sense of lush growth or abundance.
Definition: full of branches, dense
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: full of branches. See also: Ezekiel 19:10.
הָיְתָ֖ה hâyâh H1961 "to be" V-Qal-Perf-3fs
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
מִ/מַּ֥יִם mayim H4325 "Water (Gate)" Prep | N-mp
This word means water, referring to a liquid or a source of refreshment. It appears in the Bible as a literal and figurative term, including references to wasting or urine. The word is used in various contexts, such as in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: This name means water, refreshment
Usage: Occurs in 525 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] piss, wasting, water(-ing, (-course, -flood, -spring)). See also: Genesis 1:2; Leviticus 14:9; Joshua 18:15.
רַבִּֽים rab H7227 "many" Adj
This Hebrew word means a chief or captain, someone in charge. It is used in 2 Samuel 23:19 to describe a great and powerful man. The idea is one of leadership and authority.
Definition: adj 1) much, many, great 1a) much 1b) many 1c) abounding in 1d) more numerous than 1e) abundant, enough 1f) great 1g) strong 1h) greater than adv 1i) much, exceedingly
Usage: Occurs in 443 OT verses. KJV: (in) abound(-undance, -ant, -antly), captain, elder, enough, exceedingly, full, great(-ly, man, one), increase, long (enough, (time)), (do, have) many(-ifold, things, a time), (ship-)master, mighty, more, (too, very) much, multiply(-tude), officer, often(-times), plenteous, populous, prince, process (of time), suffice(-lent). See also: Genesis 6:5; 1 Kings 11:1; Psalms 3:2.

Study Notes — Ezekiel 19:10

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1 Psalms 80:8–11 You uprooted a vine from Egypt; You drove out the nations and transplanted it. You cleared the ground for it, and it took root and filled the land. The mountains were covered by its shade, and the mighty cedars with its branches. It sent out its branches to the Sea, and its shoots toward the River.
2 Deuteronomy 8:7 For the LORD your God is bringing you into a good land, a land of brooks and fountains and springs that flow through the valleys and hills;
3 Numbers 24:6–7 They spread out like palm groves, like gardens beside a stream, like aloes the LORD has planted, like cedars beside the waters. Water will flow from his buckets, and his seed will have abundant water. His king will be greater than Agag, and his kingdom will be exalted.
4 Matthew 21:33–41 Listen to another parable: There was a landowner who planted a vineyard. He put a wall around it, dug a winepress in it, and built a tower. Then he rented it out to some tenants and went away on a journey. When the harvest time drew near, he sent his servants to the tenants to collect his share of the fruit. But the tenants seized his servants. They beat one, killed another, and stoned a third. Again, he sent other servants, more than the first group. But the tenants did the same to them. Finally, he sent his son to them. ‘They will respect my son,’ he said. But when the tenants saw the son, they said to one another, ‘This is the heir. Come, let us kill him and take his inheritance.’ So they seized him and threw him out of the vineyard and killed him. Therefore, when the owner of the vineyard returns, what will he do to those tenants?” “He will bring those wretches to a wretched end,” they replied, “and will rent out the vineyard to other tenants who will give him his share of the fruit at harvest time.”
5 Hosea 2:5 For their mother has played the harlot and has conceived them in disgrace. For she thought, ‘I will go after my lovers, who give me bread and water, wool and linen, oil and drink.’
6 Psalms 89:25–29 I will set his hand over the sea, and his right hand upon the rivers. He will call to Me, ‘You are my Father, my God, the Rock of my salvation.’ I will indeed appoint him as My firstborn, the highest of the kings of the earth. I will forever preserve My loving devotion for him, and My covenant with him will stand fast. I will establish his line forever, his throne as long as the heavens endure.
7 Isaiah 5:1–4 I will sing for my beloved a song of his vineyard: My beloved had a vineyard on a very fertile hill. He dug it up and cleared the stones and planted the finest vines. He built a watchtower in the middle and dug out a winepress as well. He waited for the vineyard to yield good grapes, but the fruit it produced was sour! “And now, O dwellers of Jerusalem and men of Judah, I exhort you to judge between Me and My vineyard. What more could I have done for My vineyard than I already did for it? Why, when I expected sweet grapes, did it bring forth sour fruit?
8 Ezekiel 15:2–8 “Son of man, how does the wood of the vine surpass any other branch among the trees in the forest? Can wood be taken from it to make something useful? Or can one make from it a peg on which to hang utensils? No, it is cast into the fire for fuel. The fire devours both ends, and the middle is charred. Can it be useful for anything? Even when it was whole, it could not be made useful. How much less can it ever be useful when the fire has consumed it and charred it! Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Like the wood of the vine among the trees of the forest, which I have given to the fire for fuel, so I will give up the people of Jerusalem. And I will set My face against them. Though they may have escaped the fire, yet another fire will consume them. And when I set My face against them, you will know that I am the LORD. Thus I will make the land desolate, because they have acted unfaithfully,’ declares the Lord GOD.”
9 Hosea 2:2 Rebuke your mother, rebuke her, for she is not My wife, and I am not her husband. Let her remove the adultery from her face and the unfaithfulness from between her breasts.
10 Ezekiel 17:6 It sprouted and became a spreading vine, low in height, with branches turned toward him; yet its roots remained where it stood. So it became a vine and yielded branches and sent out shoots.

Ezekiel 19:10 Summary

This verse describes the nation of Israel as a vine that was once fruitful and full of branches because it was planted by the water, symbolizing God's abundant blessing and provision. Just like a vine needs water to grow, we need to stay connected to God's Word and Spirit to experience spiritual growth and fruitfulness (John 15:1-5). The verse reminds us that God's blessing and care can bring great prosperity and growth, but it also warns us that sin and rebellion can lead to loss and destruction. By staying rooted in God's love and provision, we can bear fruit and bring glory to His name (Psalm 1:1-3).

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the vine in Ezekiel 19:10 represent?

The vine in this verse represents the nation of Israel, which was once fruitful and blessed by God, as seen in its abundant branches and fruit (Isaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 80:8-13).

Why was the vine planted by the water?

The vine was planted by the water because it symbolizes the abundant spiritual nourishment and blessing that Israel received from God, much like the provision described in Exodus 17:1-7 and Numbers 20:1-13.

What is the significance of the vine being full of branches?

The vine being full of branches signifies the prosperity and growth of Israel, which was a result of God's blessing and care, as promised in Deuteronomy 28:1-14 and Jeremiah 31:12.

How does this verse relate to the rest of Ezekiel 19?

This verse serves as a contrast to the judgment and destruction described in the surrounding verses, highlighting the former glory and prosperity of Israel, which is now being lost due to sin and rebellion against God (Ezekiel 19:9, 12).

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways in which I have experienced God's abundant provision and blessing in my life, and how can I respond with gratitude and faithfulness?
  2. How can I apply the principle of being 'planted by the water' to my own spiritual growth and development, seeking to stay connected to God's Word and Spirit?
  3. In what ways have I allowed sin or rebellion to 'uproot' me from God's blessing and provision, and what steps can I take to repent and return to a place of spiritual fruitfulness?
  4. How can I use my own 'branches' or areas of influence to bear fruit for God's kingdom and bring glory to His name?

Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 19:10

Thy mother [is] like a vine in thy blood,.... Another simile is here made use of, relating to the same persons; the same that were compared to a lioness are here compared to a vine, as the people of

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 19:10

Thy mother is like a vine in thy blood, planted by the waters: she was fruitful and full of branches by reason of many waters.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 19:10

The 10th verse begins the second part of the chapter. Thy mother, O thou prince of Israel: see . Is like a vine; frequently so compared, ,14,15 Isaiah 3:14 5:2 27:2. In thy blood; either when thou wast first born, as ; or, the royal line, thy kingly race; or, in the rigour of thy strength. Planted by the waters, in a very fruitful soil. She was fruitful, and accordingly she did thrive, and brought forth much fruit: see . Though she lost many thousands carried away, yet more were born, bred up, and trained up to useful arts and employments, say some; but this too general. The royal family did spring like a vine well watered. Full of branches; full of children; when Josiah died he left four behind him, beside other branches of the royal line.

Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 19:10

Ezekiel 19:10 Thy mother [is] like a vine in thy blood, planted by the waters: she was fruitful and full of branches by reason of many waters.Ver. 10. Thy mother is like a vine in thy blood.] The same lamentation is here continued, though under another parable - viz., of a wasted vine. Jerusalem was once a generous fruitful spreading vine. It began to be so again in some sort under Zedekiah, if he could have been contented. See on Ezekiel 17:5; Ezekiel 17:8.

Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 19:10

(10) A vine in thy blood.—The figure here changes to the more common one of a vine, yet by no means the “vine of low stature” of Ezekiel 17:6; it is rather a strong and goodly vine. The phrase “in thy blood” is obscure, and has occasioned much perplexity to the commentators. Some of the ancient versions and some manuscripts have modified the text; but the meaning seems to be, if the text is taken as it stands, “Thy mother is like a vine living in the blood (i.e., in the life) of her children.” This would then be a statement amplified in the following, “fruitful and full of branches.” The general sense is plain: Israel is described as having been planted a strong and fruitful vine, with every advantage for growth and full development.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 19:10

Verse 10. Thy mother (Jerusalem) is like a vine in thy blood] Of this expression I know not what to make. Some think the meaning is "A vine planted by the waters to produce the blood of the grape." See Deuteronomy 32:14. Others, for בדמך bedamecha, in thy blood, would read ברמון berimmon, in or at a pomegranate; like a vine planted by or beside a pomegranate-tree, by which it was to be supported. And so the Septuagint and Arabic appear to have read. Calmet reads כרמך carmecha, thy vineyard, instead of בדמך bedamecha, in thy blood. Here is no change but a resh for a daleth. This reading is supported by one of Kennicott's and one of De Rossi's MSS.: "Thy mother is like a vine in thy vineyard, planted by the waters." Though this is rather an unusual construction yet it seems the best emendation. Of the textual reading no sense can be made. There is a corruption somewhere. Full on branches] Many princes. See next verse.

Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 19:10

10–14. The fate of Zedekiah and his country, on which he has brought ruin Israel was once a spreading vine by great waters; her branches rose into the clouds, and her rods were rulers’ sceptres—a powerful race of kings rose out of her. Now she is torn up and thrown down, carried into the wilderness, and planted in a dry and barren soil. A fire also has gone out from one of her strong rods which has consumed her. Her last prince, Zedekiah, has finally broken the state to pieces (cf. ch. 17).

Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 19:10

Thy mother - Judah or Jerusalem. Jehoiachin is still addressed. In thy blood - Blood is equivalent to “life” Genesis 9:4. The clause is equivalent to “Thy mother is a vine, living in thy blood,” i.

Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 19:10

10. Like a vine in thy blood — This phrase is exceptionally corrupt and has been translated “on a pomegranate,” “a vine of Carmel,” “in thy likeness,” “in [the time of] thy rest,” etc.

Sermons on Ezekiel 19:10

SermonDescription
Paul Washer The Impossibility of the Christian Life by Paul Washer In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of running to Christ through the word of God for every problem and thirst we have. He highlights the superficiality of our fai
T. Austin-Sparks The Heavenly Calling - Part 15 by T. Austin-Sparks In this sermon, the preacher begins by asking a rhetorical question about the usefulness of a vine branch from the forest. He emphasizes that the branch is only fit for fuel and ca
Chuck Smith The Appeal for Israel's Repentance by Chuck Smith Chuck Smith emphasizes the urgent need for Israel's repentance, drawing from Psalm 80, where God laments over Israel's disobedience and the consequences of their turning away from
Chuck Smith Luke 20:17 by Chuck Smith Chuck Smith discusses the parable of the vineyard, illustrating how God entrusted Israel to religious leaders who failed to produce fruit. He emphasizes that these leaders rejected
David Wilkerson How to Keep and Maintain the Blessings of God by David Wilkerson In this sermon, the preacher discusses how to keep and maintain the blessing and favor of God. He warns against taking God's blessings for granted and emphasizes the importance of
J.C. Hibbard While They Slept by J.C. Hibbard In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being prepared for the coming of the bridegroom, who represents Jesus Christ. He references various parables and scripture
F.B. Meyer Rain at Last! by F.B. Meyer F.B. Meyer emphasizes the dire consequences of sin as illustrated by the drought in Israel during Elijah's time, contrasting the self-indulgence of King Ahab with Elijah's earnest
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