Ezekiel 27:25
Ezekiel 27:25 in Multiple Translations
The ships of Tarshish carried your merchandise. And you were filled with heavy cargo in the heart of the sea.
The ships of Tarshish did sing of thee in thy market: and thou wast replenished, and made very glorious in the midst of the seas.
The ships of Tarshish were thy caravans for thy merchandise: and thou wast replenished, and made very glorious in the heart of the seas.
Tarshish ships did business for you in your goods: and you were made full, and great was your glory in the heart of the seas.
Trade ships from Tarshish transported your goods. You were like a ship sailing the sea, filled with heavy cargo.
The shippes of Tarshish were thy chiefe in thy marchandise, and thou wast replenished and made very glorious in the middes of the sea.
Ships of Tarshish [are] thy double walls of thy merchandise, And thou art filled and honoured greatly, In the heart of the seas.
“‘“The ships of Tarshish were your caravans for your merchandise. You were replenished and made very glorious in the heart of the seas.
The ships of Tarshish did sing of thee in thy market; and thou wast replenished, and made very glorious in the midst of the seas.
The ships of the sea, were thy chief in thy merchandise: and thou wast replenished, and glorified exceedingly in the heart of the sea.
Cargo ships from Tarshish carried all those things that you traded; and the warehouses on your island were full of all those things.’ ”
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 27:25
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Ezekiel 27:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֳנִיּ֣וֹת
תַּרְשִׁ֔ישׁ
שָׁרוֹתַ֖יִ/ךְ
מַעֲרָבֵ֑/ךְ
וַ/תִּמָּלְאִ֧י
וַֽ/תִּכְבְּדִ֛י
מְאֹ֖ד
בְּ/לֵ֥ב
יַמִּֽים
אֳנִיּ֣וֹת
ʼŏnîyâh
H591
fleet
N-fp
תַּרְשִׁ֔ישׁ
Tarshîysh
H8659
Tarshish
N-proper
שָׁרוֹתַ֖יִ/ךְ
shûwr
H7788
to travel
V-Qal | Suff
מַעֲרָבֵ֑/ךְ
maʻărâb
H4627
merchandise
N-ms | Suff
וַ/תִּמָּלְאִ֧י
mâlêʼ
H4390
to fill
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-2fs
וַֽ/תִּכְבְּדִ֛י
kâbad
H3513
to honor
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-2fs
מְאֹ֖ד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
much
Adv
בְּ/לֵ֥ב
lêb
H3820
heart
Prep | N-ms
יַמִּֽים
yâm
H3220
West
N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 27:25
אֳנִיּ֣וֹת
ʼŏnîyâh
H591
"fleet"
N-fp
The Hebrew word for ship or fleet is used in the Bible to describe a vessel that sails on the water. It appears in Numbers 24:24 and Proverbs 30:19, often referring to the men who sail on these ships, known as seamen.
Definition: 1) ship 1a) men of ships, seamen
Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: ship(-men). See also: Genesis 49:13; Proverbs 30:19; Psalms 48:8.
תַּרְשִׁ֔ישׁ
Tarshîysh
H8659
"Tarshish"
N-proper
Tarshish was a place on the Mediterranean, also the name of a Persian and an Israelite, and a term for a merchant vessel, as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 7:10.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.10; son of: Bilhan (H1092H); brother of: Jeush (H3266H), Benjamin (H1144H), Ehud (H0164H), Chenaanah (H3668H), Zethan (H2133) and Ahishahar (H0300) § Tarshish or Tharshish = "yellow jasper" 1) son of Javan 2) a Benjamite, son of Bilhan 3) one of the wise men close to king Ahasuerus of Persia 4) a city of the Phoenicians in a distant part of the Mediterranean Sea to which the prophet Jonah was trying to flee 1a) perhaps in Cyprus or Spain 5) a city somewhere near and accessible to the Red Sea to which ships constructed at Ezion-geber on the Elanitic Gulf on the Red Sea were to sail
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: Tarshish, Tharshish. See also: Genesis 10:4; Isaiah 23:1; Psalms 48:8.
שָׁרוֹתַ֖יִ/ךְ
shûwr
H7788
"to travel"
V-Qal | Suff
To travel or journey, like a merchant or wanderer, as seen in the stories of Abraham and Jacob. It means to turn or go about, often used to describe a person's movement. In the Bible, it appears in the context of people on the move.
Definition: 1) (Qal) to travel, journey, go 1a) traveller (participle) 1b) (BDB) meaning uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: go, singular See also H7891 (שִׁיר). See also: Isaiah 57:9; Ezekiel 27:25.
מַעֲרָבֵ֑/ךְ
maʻărâb
H4627
"merchandise"
N-ms | Suff
Merchandise is the exchange of goods or trade, like buying and selling. In the Bible, it is mentioned in the book of Ezekiel as a major part of commerce. The KJV translation uses the term market to describe it.
Definition: merchandise, articles of exchange
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: market, merchandise. See also: Ezekiel 27:9; Ezekiel 27:25; Ezekiel 27:34.
וַ/תִּמָּלְאִ֧י
mâlêʼ
H4390
"to fill"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-2fs
To fill means to make something full or complete, like filling a container or fulfilling a promise. This word is used in many contexts, including being full of joy or having a job completed.
Definition: 1) to fill, be full 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be full 1a1a) fulness, abundance (participle) 1a1b) to be full, be accomplished, be ended 1a2) to consecrate, fill the hand 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be filled, be armed, be satisfied 1b2) to be accomplished, be ended 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to fill 1c2) to satisfy 1c3) to fulfil, accomplish, complete 1c4) to confirm 1d) (Pual) to be filled 1e) (Hithpael) to mass themselves against Aramaic equivalent: me.la (מְלָא "to fill" H4391)
Usage: Occurs in 242 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, confirm, [phrase] consecrate, be at an end, be expired, be fenced, fill, fulfil, (be, become, [idiom] draw, give in, go) full(-ly, -ly set, tale), (over-) flow, fulness, furnish, gather (selves, together), presume, replenish, satisfy, set, space, take a (hand-) full, [phrase] have wholly. See also: Genesis 1:22; 2 Chronicles 16:14; Psalms 10:7.
וַֽ/תִּכְבְּדִ֛י
kâbad
H3513
"to honor"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-2fs
This word can mean to honor or make something weighty, like when God is glorified in Psalm 138, or to be heavy with burdens, as the Israelites were in Exodus 18.
Definition: : honour/glory 1) to be heavy, be weighty, be grievous, be hard, be rich, be honourable, be glorious, be burdensome, be honoured 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be heavy 1a2) to be heavy, be insensible, be dull 1a3) to be honoured 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be made heavy, be honoured, enjoy honour, be made abundant 1b2) to get oneself glory or honour, gain glory 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to make heavy, make dull, make insensible 1c2) to make honourable, honour, glorify 1d) (Pual) to be made honourable, be honoured 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to make heavy 1e2) to make heavy, make dull, make unresponsive 1e3) to cause to be honoured 1f) (Hithpael) 1f1) to make oneself heavy, make oneself dense, make oneself numerous 1f2) to honour oneself
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: abounding with, more grievously afflict, boast, be chargeable, [idiom] be dim, glorify, be (make) glorious (things), glory, (very) great, be grievous, harden, be (make) heavy, be heavier, lay heavily, (bring to, come to, do, get, be had in) honour (self), (be) honourable (man), lade, [idiom] more be laid, make self many, nobles, prevail, promote (to honour), be rich, be (go) sore, stop. See also: Genesis 13:2; Job 6:3; Psalms 15:4.
מְאֹ֖ד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
"much"
Adv
Meod means 'much' or 'very' and is used to emphasize something. It can mean 'exceedingly' or 'greatly' and is often used to show strong feelings or actions.
Definition: adv 1) exceedingly, much subst 2) might, force, abundance n m 3) muchness, force, abundance, exceedingly 3a) force, might 3b) exceedingly, greatly, very (idioms showing magnitude or degree) 3b1) exceedingly 3b2) up to abundance, to a great degree, exceedingly 3b3) with muchness, muchness
Usage: Occurs in 278 OT verses. KJV: diligently, especially, exceeding(-ly), far, fast, good, great(-ly), [idiom] louder and louder, might(-ily, -y), (so) much, quickly, (so) sore, utterly, very ([phrase] much, sore), well. See also: Genesis 1:31; 1 Samuel 11:6; Psalms 6:4.
בְּ/לֵ֥ב
lêb
H3820
"heart"
Prep | N-ms
Leb refers to the heart, but also represents feelings, will, and intellect in the Bible. It is used figuratively to describe the center of something, and is often translated as heart or mind. Leb is a complex concept that encompasses emotions and thoughts.
Definition: 1) inner man, mind, will, heart, understanding 1a) inner part, midst 1a1) midst (of things) 1a2) heart (of man) 1a3) soul, heart (of man) 1a4) mind, knowledge, thinking, reflection, memory 1a5) inclination, resolution, determination (of will) 1a6) conscience 1a7) heart (of moral character) 1a8) as seat of appetites 1a9) as seat of emotions and passions 1a10) as seat of courage
Usage: Occurs in 552 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] care for, comfortably, consent, [idiom] considered, courag(-eous), friend(-ly), ((broken-), (hard-), (merry-), (stiff-), (stout-), double) heart(-ed), [idiom] heed, [idiom] I, kindly, midst, mind(-ed), [idiom] regard(-ed), [idiom] themselves, [idiom] unawares, understanding, [idiom] well, willingly, wisdom. See also: Genesis 6:5; 2 Samuel 13:33; Psalms 4:8.
יַמִּֽים
yâm
H3220
"West"
N-mp
Refers to a large body of water like the Mediterranean Sea or a sea in general, sometimes specifically the west or seaward direction.
Definition: This name means sea, seaward, westward Another name of eph.ron (עֶפְרוֹן "(Mount )Ephron" H6085H)
Usage: Occurs in 339 OT verses. KJV: sea ([idiom] -faring man, (-shore)), south, west (-ern, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 1:10; Joshua 17:10; Psalms 8:9.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 27:25
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- Context
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- Ezekiel 27:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 27:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 27:25
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:25
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:25
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:25
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 27:25
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 27:25
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:25
- Sermons on Ezekiel 27:25
Context — A Lament for Tyre
23Haran, Canneh, and Eden traded with you, and so did the merchants of Sheba, Asshur, and Chilmad.
24In your marketplace they traded with you fine garments of blue, embroidered work, and multicolored rugs with cords tightly twisted and knotted.
25The ships of Tarshish carried your merchandise. And you were filled with heavy cargo in the heart of the sea.
26Your oarsmen have brought you onto the high seas, but the east wind will shatter you in the heart of the sea. 27Your 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.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 2:16 | against every ship of Tarshish, and against every stately vessel. |
| 2 | Psalms 48:7 | With a wind from the east You wrecked the ships of Tarshish. |
| 3 | Isaiah 23:14 | Wail, O ships of Tarshish, for your harbor has been destroyed! |
| 4 | Isaiah 60:9 | Surely the islands will wait for Me, with the ships of Tarshish in the lead, to bring your children from afar, with their silver and gold, to the honor of the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, for He has glorified you. |
| 5 | 1 Kings 10:22 | For the king had the ships of Tarshish at sea with Hiram’s fleet, and once every three years the ships of Tarshish would arrive bearing gold, silver, ivory, apes, and peacocks. |
Ezekiel 27:25 Summary
In Ezekiel 27:25, we see that the ships of Tarshish were carrying the merchandise of Tyre, and the city was filled with heavy cargo in the heart of the sea. This means that Tyre was very wealthy and had a lot of goods, but this wealth would ultimately lead to its downfall. We can learn from this that it's not wise to trust in our own wealth and strength, but instead to trust in God's provision and guidance, as taught in Psalm 37:3-7 and Jeremiah 9:23-24. By recognizing the dangers of self-reliance and the importance of trusting in God, we can cultivate a deeper dependence on Him and a greater appreciation for His sovereignty, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Matthew 6:19-21.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the ships of Tarshish carrying in Ezekiel 27:25?
The ships of Tarshish were carrying the merchandise of Tyre, as mentioned in Ezekiel 27:25, which included fine garments, embroidered work, and multicolored rugs, as described in Ezekiel 27:24. This trade was a significant part of Tyre's wealth and commerce, as seen in Ezekiel 27:23.
What is the significance of being 'filled with heavy cargo in the heart of the sea'?
Being filled with heavy cargo in the heart of the sea, as stated in Ezekiel 27:25, signifies the abundance of wealth and goods that Tyre had accumulated through its trade and commerce, which is also mentioned in Ezekiel 28:4-5. However, this wealth and self-reliance would ultimately lead to its downfall, as warned in Ezekiel 27:26.
How does this verse relate to the overall message of Ezekiel 27?
Ezekiel 27:25 is part of a larger lamentation over the fall of Tyre, as prophesied in Ezekiel 26:3-5. This verse highlights the city's commercial prosperity, which would be lost when the city is destroyed, as described in Ezekiel 27:26-27. This serves as a warning to trust in God rather than in wealth and material possessions, as taught in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Matthew 6:19-21.
What can we learn from Tyre's experience in this verse?
We can learn from Tyre's experience the importance of humility and trust in God, rather than relying on our own strength and wealth, as warned in Deuteronomy 8:11-14 and 1 Corinthians 10:12. By recognizing the fleeting nature of earthly riches and the dangers of self-reliance, we can cultivate a deeper dependence on God and a greater appreciation for His sovereignty, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7 and Jeremiah 9:23-24.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I am 'carrying heavy cargo' in my own life, and how can I learn to trust in God's provision instead?
- How can I balance my desire for financial security with the need to trust in God's sovereignty, as taught in Matthew 6:25-34 and Philippians 4:19?
- What are some areas in my life where I am relying on my own strength and resources, rather than seeking God's guidance and wisdom, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and James 1:5-8?
- How can I use my own experiences of loss or failure to warn others of the dangers of self-reliance and the importance of trusting in God, as seen in 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 and 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 27:25
The ships of Tarshish did sing of thee in market,.... The ships of the sea in general; for Tarshish is used for the sea; these from all parts came to Tyre with their several wares, the product of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 27:25
The ships of Tarshish did sing of thee in thy market: and thou wast replenished, and made very glorious in the midst of the seas.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:25
Ships of Tarshish; the ships from all parts of the sea, which came to thee, and traded with thee, praised thee, boasted of thee. Did sing of thee; had their songs of praise, which were made to commend thy state. In thy market; as mariners, in the ports where they arrive, usually do with mirth and songs entertain one another, so at Tyre. Thou wast replenished; all trading came to thee, none like thee in thy warehouses or public stores. Made very glorious; and, to do thee right, thou wert very glorious, magnificent, and beautiful, none like thee. Hitherto the prophet hath recounted Tyre’ s greatness, now cometh her fall, foretold as if already come.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:25
Ezekiel 27:25 The ships of Tarshish did sing of thee in thy market: and thou wast replenished, and made very glorious in the midst of the seas.Ver. 25. Thou wast replenished and made very glorious.] Or, Very heavy: as a ship, though not top full, may yet have freight enough to sink it; so had this metaphorical ship Tyre enough to sink it, though not enough to satisfy it. Aggravata es.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:25
(25) Ships of Tarshish means simply, ships of the largest size, such as were fitted for the voyage to Tarshish: as we now say, “East Indiaman.” (Comp. 1 Kings 22:48; Psalms 48:7.) “Did sing of thee in thy market” is, literally, thy—, thy trade, the blank being an uncertain word, supposed by our translators to mean singers. Opinion is now divided as to whether the meaning is bulwarks or caravans; either gives a good sense. “Thy great ships were at once thy defence and the means of thy commerce,” or “were thy caravans of the sea, &c.” The former is preferable.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:25
Verse 25. The ships of Tarshish] The ships of Tharsis, in Cilicia, were the chief of those which traded with thee.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 27:25
25. The “ships of Tarshish” here are deep-sea ships, great ships trading to the most distant coasts, Isaiah 2:16; Psalms 48:7. did sing of thee] For this Ges. suggested “were thy caravans” from a verb signifying to travel (Isaiah 57:9). The camel has been called the ship of the desert, but conversely to call an east indiaman a caravan is too brilliant for the prophet. Probably by a slight change of reading: the ships of Tarshish did serve thee with (in) thy wares (Ezekiel 27:13; Ezekiel 27:17 &c.), cf. Isaiah 60:9-10, and above Ezekiel 27:9. So Aquila (Field). made very glorious] Rather: and wast heavily laden. The figure of a mistress served by all nations, who bring wares and riches to her from all lands, passes here again into the idea of the vessel deeply laden with cargo, and therefore more easily shipwrecked and broken in dangerous waters.
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 27:25
Did sing of thee - Or, were thy bulwarks, i. e., bulwarks of thy traffic. Others render it: “were thy caravans,” thy merchandise.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 27:25
25. Ships of Tarshish — See note Ezekiel 27:12. Did sing of thee — Several versions have “served thee.” R.V., “were thy caravans.” Glorious — LXX., heavy. The ship Tyre was laden to the water’s edge with treasure.
Sermons on Ezekiel 27:25
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The Practicability of Something Being by William Carey | William Carey preaches about the impediments in carrying the gospel among the heathen, addressing concerns such as distance, barbarous living conditions, danger, language barriers, |
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The Peacock by Harriet N. Cook | Harriet N. Cook reflects on the story of Solomon in the Bible, emphasizing his wisdom and wealth granted by God. Despite his riches and treasures, Solomon acknowledges the emptines |