Ezekiel 27:20
Ezekiel 27:20 in Multiple Translations
Dedan was your merchant in saddlecloths for riding.
Dedan was thy merchant in precious clothes for chariots.
Dedan was thy trafficker in precious cloths for riding.
Dedan did trade with you in cloths for the backs of horses.
Dedan traded with you, providing riding blankets.
They of Dedan were thy marchants in precious clothes for the charets.
Dedan [is] thy merchant, For clothes of freedom for riding.
“‘“Dedan was your merchant in precious saddle blankets for riding.
Dedan was thy merchant in precious clothes for chariots.
The men of Dedan were thy merchants in tapestry for seats.
Merchants came from Dedan in southern Edom bringing saddle blankets to trade for things that you had.
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 27:20
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Ezekiel 27:20 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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דְּדָן֙
רֹֽכַלְתֵּ֔/ךְ
בְ/בִגְדֵי
חֹ֖פֶשׁ
לְ/רִכְבָּֽה
דְּדָן֙
Dᵉdân
H1719
Dedan
N-proper
רֹֽכַלְתֵּ֔/ךְ
râkal
H7402
to trade
V-Qal | Suff
בְ/בִגְדֵי
beged
H899
treachery
Prep | N-mp
חֹ֖פֶשׁ
Chôphesh
H2667
spread
N-ms
לְ/רִכְבָּֽה
rikbâh
H7396
riding
Prep | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 27:20
דְּדָן֙
Dᵉdân
H1719
"Dedan"
N-proper
Dedan was a man and a region mentioned in the Bible, first appearing in Genesis 25:3. It refers to a low-lying area or a son of Jokshan, and is associated with the patriarchs. Dedan is also the name of a place and a person.
Definition: Dedan = "low country" a place in south Arabia Also named: de.da.nim (דְּדָנִי "Dedanite" H1720)
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Dedan. See also: Genesis 10:7; Jeremiah 49:8; Jeremiah 25:23.
רֹֽכַלְתֵּ֔/ךְ
râkal
H7402
"to trade"
V-Qal | Suff
To trade means to travel for business, exchanging goods or services. In the Bible, it describes a merchant or trader who goes about selling spices or other commodities. The KJV translates it as merchant.
Definition: 1) to go about (meaning uncertain) 1a) (Qal) trafficker, trader (participle) (subst)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: (spice) merchant. See also: 1 Kings 10:15; Ezekiel 27:13; Nahum 3:16.
בְ/בִגְדֵי
beged
H899
"treachery"
Prep | N-mp
In the Bible, this word refers to clothing or a covering, like a garment or robe. It appears in books like Genesis and Exodus, describing what people wore. The word is often translated as 'apparel' or 'raiment'.
Definition: treachery, deceit
Usage: Occurs in 190 OT verses. KJV: apparel, cloth(-es, ing), garment, lap, rag, raiment, robe, [idiom] very (treacherously), vesture, wardrobe. See also: Genesis 24:53; Judges 17:10; Psalms 22:19.
חֹ֖פֶשׁ
Chôphesh
H2667
"spread"
N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to something that is spread out, like a carpet or a saddle-blanket. It is used to describe a type of fabric or material in the Bible.
Definition: widespread, fabric for horseback riding, saddle-blanket, saddle-cloths; meaning uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: precious. See also: Ezekiel 27:20.
לְ/רִכְבָּֽה
rikbâh
H7396
"riding"
Prep | N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to a chariot, often used for riding or transportation, as seen in the stories of Elijah and Elisha in 2 Kings.
Definition: riding, (act of) riding
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: chariots. See also: Ezekiel 27:20.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 27:20
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- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 27:20 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 27:20
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 27:20
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:20
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:20
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:20
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:20
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 27:20
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:20
Context — A Lament for Tyre
18Because of your many products and your great wealth of goods, Damascus traded with you wine from Helbon, wool from Zahar,
19and casks of wine from Izal for your wares. Wrought iron, cassia, and sweet cane were exchanged for your merchandise.
20Dedan was your merchant in saddlecloths for riding.
21Arabia and all the princes of Kedar were your customers, trading in lambs, rams, and goats. 22The merchants of Sheba and Raamah traded with you; for your wares they exchanged gold, the finest of all spices, and precious stones.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 25:3 | Jokshan was the father of Sheba and Dedan. And the sons of Dedan were the Asshurites, the Letushites, and the Leummites. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 27:15 | The men of Dedan were your clients; many coastlands were your market; they paid you with ivory tusks and ebony. |
Ezekiel 27:20 Summary
Ezekiel 27:20 tells us that Dedan was a merchant who traded with Tyre, selling them saddlecloths for riding. This verse shows us how Tyre was a wealthy and powerful city, with many trade connections, similar to what is described in 1 Kings 10:14-29. Just like Tyre, we can become proud of our accomplishments and possessions, but we must remember that true wealth and security come from God, as seen in Psalm 24:1 and Matthew 6:19-21. By trusting in Him, we can find true fulfillment and purpose, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11 and Philippians 4:19.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Dedan in Ezekiel 27:20?
Dedan was a region in Arabia that traded with Tyre, as mentioned in Ezekiel 27:20, and its involvement in the trade of saddlecloths highlights the extensive commercial networks of Tyre, as seen in Ezekiel 27:18-22 and also in 1 Kings 10:15, where the queen of Sheba traded with Solomon.
What are saddlecloths for riding, and why were they important?
Saddlecloths were likely decorative or functional items used on horses or other animals for riding, and their trade significance is seen in Ezekiel 27:20, where Dedan is mentioned as a merchant of these items, similar to how other luxury goods were traded, as mentioned in Revelation 18:12-13.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of Ezekiel 27?
Ezekiel 27:20 is part of a larger lamentation over Tyre, highlighting its extensive trade networks and wealth, as seen in Ezekiel 27:1-25, and serves as a reminder of the transience of earthly wealth and power, as warned in 1 Timothy 6:17 and Matthew 19:21.
What can we learn from the merchant activities mentioned in this verse?
The merchant activities in Ezekiel 27:20 demonstrate the importance of trade and commerce in ancient times, and serve as a reminder to be wise stewards of our resources, as taught in Matthew 25:14-30 and Luke 12:42-48, where faithfulness and responsibility are emphasized.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I prioritize earthly wealth and material possessions, and how can I shift my focus to eternal treasures, as taught in Matthew 6:19-21?
- How can I use my resources and skills to serve others, as seen in the trade and commerce activities mentioned in Ezekiel 27:20, and in the teachings of 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 and Galatians 5:13?
- What are some areas in my life where I am seeking to build my own 'empire' or establish my own security, rather than trusting in God's sovereignty, as seen in Ezekiel 27:1-25 and Psalm 37:3-7?
- How can I cultivate a sense of contentment and gratitude for the resources I have been given, rather than constantly desiring more, as warned in 1 Timothy 6:6-10 and Hebrews 13:5-6?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 27:20
Dedan was thy merchant in precious cloths for chariots. Or, "cloths of freedom" (u); such as freemen and even nobles wore; and yet so extravagant were the Tyrians, that they bought these to line or
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 27:20
Dedan was thy merchant in precious clothes for chariots. Dedan - in Arabia; distinct from the Dedan in Ezekiel 27:15 (see note). Descended from Abraham and Keturah (Genesis 25:3).
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:20
Dedan, the posterity of Abraham by Keturah, who dwelt in Arabia, and were sheep-masters, and no doubt knew how to snake fine clothes of their wool. Precious clothes, with which they lined their chariots, and covered them; also they used them for saddle-cloths, &c.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:20
Ezekiel 27:20 Dedan [was] thy merchant in precious clothes for chariots.Ver. 20. in precious clothes.] Heb., Clothes of freedom, such as are worn by gallants and magnificos. For chariots.] Or, Saddles or trappings, ad vehiculum for carriages.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:20
(20) Dedan.—See note on Ezekiel 27:15. “Precious clothes,” literally, clothes of spreading, by which saddlecloths are probably meant.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:20
Verse 20. Dedan] Possibly the descendants of Dedan, son of Raamah, see Genesis 10:7. In precious clothes for chariots.] Either fine carpets, or rich housings for horses, camels, &c., used for riding.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 27:20
20. On Dedan cf. Ezekiel 27:15; Genesis 25:3; Ezekiel 25:13. precious clothes for chariots] Or, saddle cloths for riding.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:20
20. Dedan — See Ezekiel 27:15 and Ezekiel 25:13. Precious cloths for chariots — R.V., “for riding;” saddlecloths. (See R.V., Judges 5:10.)