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Ezekiel 28:14
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A Lament for the King of Tyre
13You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every kind of precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald. Your mountings and settings were crafted in gold, prepared on the day of your creation. 14You were anointed as a guardian cherub, for I had ordained you. You were on the holy mountain of God; you walked among the fiery stones. 15From the day you were created you were blameless in your ways— until wickedness was found in you.
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth - The irony is continued; and here he is likened to the Cherub that guarded the gates of Paradise, and kept the way of the tree of life; or to one of the cherubs whose wings, spread out, covered the mercy-seat. Thou mast upon the holy mountain of God - The irony is still continued; and now he is compared to Hoses, and afterwards to one of the chief angels, who has walked up and down among the stones of fire; that is, thy floors have been paved with precious stones, that shone and sparkled like fire. Lucan, describing the splendor of the apartments of Cleopatra, queen of Egypt, speaks in nearly a similar language: - Nec summis crustata domus, sectisque nitebat Marmoribus, stabatque sibi non segnis achates, Purpureusque lapis, totusque effusus in aula Calcabatur onyx; Pharsal. lib. x. Rich as some fane by slavish zealots reared, For the proud banquet stood the hall prepared: Thick golden plates the latent beams infold, And the high roof was fretted o'er with gold. Of solid marble all the walls were made, And onyx e'en the meaner floor inlaid; While porphyry and agate round the court In massy columns rose, a proud support. Of solid ebony each post was wrought, From swarthy Meroe profusely brought. With ivory was the entrance crusted o'er, And polished tortoise hid each shining door; While on the cloudy spots enchased was seen The trusty emerald's never-fading green. Within the royal beds and couches shone, Beamy and bright with many a costly stone, The glowing purple rich. Rowe.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
anointed cherub--GESENIUS translates from an Aramaic root, "extended cherub." English Version, from a Hebrew root, is better. "The cherub consecrated to the Lord by the anointing oil" [FAIRBAIRN]. covereth--The imagery employed by Ezekiel as a priest is from the Jewish temple, wherein the cherubim overshadowed the mercy seat, as the king of Tyre, a demi-god in his own esteem, extended his protection over the interests of Tyre. The cherub--an ideal compound of the highest kinds of animal existence and the type of redeemed man in his ultimate state of perfection--is made the image of the king of Tyre, as if the beau ideal of humanity. The pretensions of Antichrist are the ulterior reference, of whom the king of Tyre is a type. Compare "As God . . . in the temple of God" (Th2 2:4). I have set thee--not thou set thyself (Pro 8:16; Rom 13:1). upon the holy mountain of God--Zion, following up the image. in . . . midst of . . . stones of fire--In ambitious imagination he stood in the place of God, "under whose feet was, as it were, a pavement of sapphire," while His glory was like "devouring fire" (Exo 24:10, Exo 24:17).
John Gill Bible Commentary
Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth,.... In allusion to the cherubim over the mercy seat, which covered it with their wings; and which, as the ark of the testimony and all the vessels of the tabernacle were anointed, were so likewise; in all probability the king of Tyre is called a "cherub" because of his wisdom and power; "anointed", because of his royal dignity; and "that covereth", because of his office, which was to protect his people; all which he either was, or ought to be, or was in his own opinion so: antichrist makes great boasts of his wisdom, power, and authority, as a teacher, pastor, or bishop, the cherubim being symbolical of the ministers of the word; and of his being anointed by men, that he may be the cover and shield of the church; and of his being the Lord's anointed, and the vicar of Christ, and head and protector of the church, as he calls himself (s). The Targum understands all this of regal power, and renders it, "thou art a king anointed for a kingdom:'' and I have set thee so; from whom all kings have their sceptres, crowns, and kingdoms; and by whom they reign; and who can put them down as well as set them up at his pleasure. It may be rendered, "I have given thee" (t); or suffered thee to be so, as the word "give" is often used; it is by divine permission that antichrist has taken such power to himself, and in judgment to them over whom he rules, who are given up to believe a lie; yea, God "put", or, as it is in the original text, "gave" it into the hearts of the kings to agree and give their kingdom to the beast, Rev 17:17, thou wast upon the holy mountain of God; not on Sinai, nor on Zion; on neither of which was the king of Tyre; nor was this literally true of him; for to say, as Kimchi does to illustrate it, that Hiram king of Tyre assisted Solomon with materials to build the temple, is very foreign; but this is true of the antitype of the king of Tyre, antichrist; who has set his foot on God's holy mountain the church; here he first appeared and stood, as before observed on the preceding verse: thou hast walked up and down in the midst of the stones of fire; which some understand of the precious stones with which the king of Tyre was adorned, which glittered like fire; though rather they design the people of God, those living lively stones of which the spiritual house is built; who, for their clear light, and burning zeal and love, may be said to be as stones of fire; and among these the bishop of Rome, or the antichristian king of Tyre, first walked: so Kimchi interprets them of the Israelites, who were a holy people; and Jarchi of the kings of Israel, who were as the ministering angels; the seraphim perhaps he means, so called from their burning and flaming love. The Targum is, "and over the holy people thou hast thought to rule.'' (s) Vid. Gurtler. Voc. Typic. Prophet. Explicat. p. 238. (t) "et dedi te", Montanus.
Ezekiel 28:14
A Lament for the King of Tyre
13You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every kind of precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald. Your mountings and settings were crafted in gold, prepared on the day of your creation. 14You were anointed as a guardian cherub, for I had ordained you. You were on the holy mountain of God; you walked among the fiery stones. 15From the day you were created you were blameless in your ways— until wickedness was found in you.
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The Root of All Sin
By Zac Poonen7271:19:56ISA 14:12EZK 28:14EPH 6:12PHP 2:5
This sermon delves into the origin of sin, emphasizing the importance of understanding the root cause of sin, which is pride and rebellion against authority. It highlights the need to address the root of sin, similar to how an antibiotic targets the root cause of sickness, to truly experience holiness. The speaker draws parallels between Lucifer's fall due to pride and the importance of humility in overcoming sin and Satan's influence in our lives.
All That Jesus Taught Bible Study - Part 29
By Zac Poonen65125:23EZK 28:14MAT 7:21LUK 10:42JAS 2:261JN 3:5
This sermon emphasizes the importance of having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and living a life of holiness, contrasting the significance of genuine repentance and faith over mere works or gifts. It warns against false prophets who may focus on outward displays of miracles and gifts but lack true transformation and obedience to God's will. The message stresses the need for believers to bear good fruit, reflecting a heart that is aligned with God's will and free from sin, as the ultimate criterion for entering God's kingdom.
Hearing From God
By George Warnock37845:41HearingEXO 33:14EZK 28:14MAT 6:11MRK 1:1JHN 1:11CO 10:132PE 3:18In this sermon, the preacher addresses the deep distress and longing of the heart that arises when one feels distant from God despite seeking Him diligently. The preacher emphasizes the role of the Word of God and the Holy Spirit in preparing believers for a victorious and triumphant life. The sermon highlights the importance of ministering in the Spirit and not seeking acceptance from others, but rather rejoicing in the fact that one is not accepted by the world. The preacher also emphasizes the need for believers to go home empty, recognizing that they don't always know what they truly need and should rely on God's provision for each day. The sermon encourages a balance between knowledge and grace, and emphasizes the need to lay down one's life and be jealous for God's glory.
Real Wisdom
By Joshua Daniel0ISA 14:14EZK 28:2EZK 28:14PHP 2:6PHP 2:9Joshua Daniel preaches on the contrast between the wisdom of the prince of Tyrus, who exalted himself to be equal with God through his riches, and the humility of Jesus, who willingly relinquished His equality with God to become a servant and die on the Cross. The sermon emphasizes the importance of humility and the dangers of pride, drawing parallels between the fall of Satan due to pride and the exaltation of Jesus through humility.
The Hope of Israel
By T. Austin-Sparks0Hope of the ChurchMessiahEZK 28:14MAT 28:18LUK 2:25JHN 14:6ACT 28:20GAL 6:16COL 1:161TH 2:14HEB 1:21PE 1:3T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that the 'Hope of Israel' is fundamentally centered on the Messiah, who is Jesus Christ. He explains that while Israel's hope was earthly and temporal, the Church's hope is spiritual and eternal, fulfilled in Christ's resurrection. Sparks highlights the transition from the Old Testament's anticipation of the Messiah to the New Testament's realization of Him in Jesus, who embodies all the promises and roles of the coming Redeemer. He contrasts the nature of Israel's expectations with the Church's inheritance, which is incorruptible and reserved in heaven. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to recognize the profound significance of Jesus as the fulfillment of Israel's hope and the source of their living hope.
Scorn for the Scornful, Grace for the Humble
By Bob Hoekstra0PSA 138:6PRO 3:34PRO 16:18ISA 14:12EZK 28:14JAS 4:61PE 5:5Bob Hoekstra preaches on the importance of humility before the Lord, highlighting how God pours out grace on the humble while scorning the scornful. The Scriptures emphasize God's resistance to the proud but His favor towards the humble, warning against pride and haughtiness that lead to destruction. The sermon delves into the consequences of self-exaltation, drawing parallels to the fall of Lucifer due to his desire to be like the Most High. Believers are encouraged to walk with God's humble saints and reject the path of the proud, seeking to be lowly in spirit and receive God's abundant grace.
The Church - the Anointed Vessel
By T. Austin-Sparks0The AnointingThe Role of the ChurchNUM 3:5EZK 28:14ACT 10:38ACT 19:2ROM 12:41CO 1:261CO 2:42CO 1:21EPH 4:111JN 2:27T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the Church as the Anointed Vessel, highlighting the various expressions of the Holy Spirit's work, particularly the anointing. He explains that the anointing signifies God's commitment and presence, both in the Old and New Testaments, and that the Church, constituted by the Holy Spirit on Pentecost, carries the implication of God in the world. The anointing is not based on human choice but is a divine act that grants each member a specific function and purpose within the body of Christ. Sparks warns against the dangers of disregarding the anointing, which can lead to confusion and division, and stresses that every function, no matter how humble, is valuable when anointed. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper understanding of the Church's nature and the importance of the anointing in fulfilling God's purpose.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth - The irony is continued; and here he is likened to the Cherub that guarded the gates of Paradise, and kept the way of the tree of life; or to one of the cherubs whose wings, spread out, covered the mercy-seat. Thou mast upon the holy mountain of God - The irony is still continued; and now he is compared to Hoses, and afterwards to one of the chief angels, who has walked up and down among the stones of fire; that is, thy floors have been paved with precious stones, that shone and sparkled like fire. Lucan, describing the splendor of the apartments of Cleopatra, queen of Egypt, speaks in nearly a similar language: - Nec summis crustata domus, sectisque nitebat Marmoribus, stabatque sibi non segnis achates, Purpureusque lapis, totusque effusus in aula Calcabatur onyx; Pharsal. lib. x. Rich as some fane by slavish zealots reared, For the proud banquet stood the hall prepared: Thick golden plates the latent beams infold, And the high roof was fretted o'er with gold. Of solid marble all the walls were made, And onyx e'en the meaner floor inlaid; While porphyry and agate round the court In massy columns rose, a proud support. Of solid ebony each post was wrought, From swarthy Meroe profusely brought. With ivory was the entrance crusted o'er, And polished tortoise hid each shining door; While on the cloudy spots enchased was seen The trusty emerald's never-fading green. Within the royal beds and couches shone, Beamy and bright with many a costly stone, The glowing purple rich. Rowe.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
anointed cherub--GESENIUS translates from an Aramaic root, "extended cherub." English Version, from a Hebrew root, is better. "The cherub consecrated to the Lord by the anointing oil" [FAIRBAIRN]. covereth--The imagery employed by Ezekiel as a priest is from the Jewish temple, wherein the cherubim overshadowed the mercy seat, as the king of Tyre, a demi-god in his own esteem, extended his protection over the interests of Tyre. The cherub--an ideal compound of the highest kinds of animal existence and the type of redeemed man in his ultimate state of perfection--is made the image of the king of Tyre, as if the beau ideal of humanity. The pretensions of Antichrist are the ulterior reference, of whom the king of Tyre is a type. Compare "As God . . . in the temple of God" (Th2 2:4). I have set thee--not thou set thyself (Pro 8:16; Rom 13:1). upon the holy mountain of God--Zion, following up the image. in . . . midst of . . . stones of fire--In ambitious imagination he stood in the place of God, "under whose feet was, as it were, a pavement of sapphire," while His glory was like "devouring fire" (Exo 24:10, Exo 24:17).
John Gill Bible Commentary
Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth,.... In allusion to the cherubim over the mercy seat, which covered it with their wings; and which, as the ark of the testimony and all the vessels of the tabernacle were anointed, were so likewise; in all probability the king of Tyre is called a "cherub" because of his wisdom and power; "anointed", because of his royal dignity; and "that covereth", because of his office, which was to protect his people; all which he either was, or ought to be, or was in his own opinion so: antichrist makes great boasts of his wisdom, power, and authority, as a teacher, pastor, or bishop, the cherubim being symbolical of the ministers of the word; and of his being anointed by men, that he may be the cover and shield of the church; and of his being the Lord's anointed, and the vicar of Christ, and head and protector of the church, as he calls himself (s). The Targum understands all this of regal power, and renders it, "thou art a king anointed for a kingdom:'' and I have set thee so; from whom all kings have their sceptres, crowns, and kingdoms; and by whom they reign; and who can put them down as well as set them up at his pleasure. It may be rendered, "I have given thee" (t); or suffered thee to be so, as the word "give" is often used; it is by divine permission that antichrist has taken such power to himself, and in judgment to them over whom he rules, who are given up to believe a lie; yea, God "put", or, as it is in the original text, "gave" it into the hearts of the kings to agree and give their kingdom to the beast, Rev 17:17, thou wast upon the holy mountain of God; not on Sinai, nor on Zion; on neither of which was the king of Tyre; nor was this literally true of him; for to say, as Kimchi does to illustrate it, that Hiram king of Tyre assisted Solomon with materials to build the temple, is very foreign; but this is true of the antitype of the king of Tyre, antichrist; who has set his foot on God's holy mountain the church; here he first appeared and stood, as before observed on the preceding verse: thou hast walked up and down in the midst of the stones of fire; which some understand of the precious stones with which the king of Tyre was adorned, which glittered like fire; though rather they design the people of God, those living lively stones of which the spiritual house is built; who, for their clear light, and burning zeal and love, may be said to be as stones of fire; and among these the bishop of Rome, or the antichristian king of Tyre, first walked: so Kimchi interprets them of the Israelites, who were a holy people; and Jarchi of the kings of Israel, who were as the ministering angels; the seraphim perhaps he means, so called from their burning and flaming love. The Targum is, "and over the holy people thou hast thought to rule.'' (s) Vid. Gurtler. Voc. Typic. Prophet. Explicat. p. 238. (t) "et dedi te", Montanus.