Ezekiel 29:11
Ezekiel 29:11 in Multiple Translations
No foot of man or beast will pass through, and it will be uninhabited for forty years.
No foot of man shall pass through it, nor foot of beast shall pass through it, neither shall it be inhabited forty years.
No foot of man shall pass through it, nor foot of beast shall pass through it, neither shall it be inhabited forty years.
No foot of man will go through it and no foot of beast, and it will be unpeopled for forty years.
No one, human or animal, will travel that way or live there for forty years.
No foote of man shall passe by it, nor foote of beast shall passe by it, neither shall it be inhabited fourtie yeeres.
Not pass over into it doth a foot of man, Yea, the foot of beast doth not pass into it, Nor is it inhabited forty years.
No foot of man will pass through it, nor will any animal foot pass through it. It won’t be inhabited for forty years.
No foot of man shall pass through it, nor foot of beast shall pass through it, neither shall it be inhabited forty years.
The foot of man shall not pass through it, neither shall the foot of beasts go through it: nor shall it be inhabited during forty years.
For 40 years no one will walk through that area, and no one will live there.
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 29:11
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- Ezekiel 29:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 29:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 29:11
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 29:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 29:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 29:11
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 29:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 29:11
- Sermons on Ezekiel 29:11
Context — The Desolation of Egypt
11No foot of man or beast will pass through, and it will be uninhabited for forty years.
12I will make the land of Egypt a desolation among desolate lands, and her cities will lie desolate for forty years among the ruined cities. And I will disperse the Egyptians among the nations and scatter them throughout the countries. 13For this is what the Lord GOD says: At the end of forty years I will gather the Egyptians from the nations to which they were scattered.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 32:13 | I will slaughter all her cattle beside the abundant waters. No human foot will muddy them again, and no cattle hooves will disturb them. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 43:11–12 | He will come and strike down the land of Egypt, bringing death to those destined for death, captivity to those destined for captivity, and the sword to those destined for the sword. I will kindle a fire in the temples of the gods of Egypt, and Nebuchadnezzar will burn those temples and take their gods as captives. So he will wrap himself with the land of Egypt as a shepherd wraps himself in his garment, and he will depart from there unscathed. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 30:10–13 | This is what the Lord GOD says: I will put an end to the hordes of Egypt by the hand of Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon. He and his people with him, the most ruthless of the nations, will be brought in to destroy the land. They will draw their swords against Egypt and fill the land with the slain. I will make the streams dry up and sell the land to the wicked. By the hands of foreigners I will bring desolation upon the land and everything in it. I, the LORD, have spoken. This is what the Lord GOD says: I will destroy the idols and put an end to the images in Memphis. There will no longer be a prince in Egypt, and I will instill fear in that land. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 36:28 | Then you will live in the land that I gave your forefathers; you will be My people, and I will be your God. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 25:11–12 | And this whole land will become a desolate wasteland, and these nations will serve the king of Babylon for seventy years. But when seventy years are complete, I will punish the king of Babylon and that nation, the land of the Chaldeans, for their guilt, declares the LORD, and I will make it an everlasting desolation. |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 36:21 | So the land enjoyed its Sabbath rest all the days of the desolation, until seventy years were completed, in fulfillment of the word of the LORD through Jeremiah. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 29:10 | For this is what the LORD says: “When Babylon’s seventy years are complete, I will attend to you and confirm My promise to restore you to this place. |
| 8 | Ezekiel 31:12 | Foreigners, the most ruthless of the nations, cut it down and left it. Its branches have fallen on the mountains and in every valley; its boughs lay broken in all the earth’s ravines. And all the peoples of the earth left its shade and abandoned it. |
| 9 | Isaiah 23:15 | At that time Tyre will be forgotten for seventy years—the span of a king’s life. But at the end of seventy years, it will happen to Tyre as in the song of the harlot: |
| 10 | Isaiah 23:17 | And at the end of seventy years, the LORD will restore Tyre. Then she will return to hire as a prostitute and sell herself to all the kingdoms on the face of the earth. |
Ezekiel 29:11 Summary
Ezekiel 29:11 tells us that Egypt will be empty and quiet for forty years, with no people or animals living there. This is because God is judging Egypt for its pride and arrogance, as seen in Ezekiel 29:9. Just like the Israelites had to wander in the wilderness for forty years to learn to trust God, as mentioned in Exodus 16:35, Egypt will have to go through a time of desolation to recognize God's power and sovereignty. This reminds us that God is in control of all nations and peoples, and we should always remember to be humble and acknowledge His authority, as taught in Proverbs 16:18.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the forty-year period mentioned in Ezekiel 29:11?
The forty-year period likely represents a complete and thorough judgment of Egypt, similar to the forty years of wilderness wandering for the Israelites after they left Egypt, as seen in Exodus 16:35 and Numbers 32:13, where God purified and refined them.
Will Egypt be completely abandoned during this time?
According to Ezekiel 29:11, no human or animal will pass through Egypt, indicating a complete desolation, but this does not mean that every single person will leave, as some may still remain, yet the land will be largely uninhabited and devoid of its usual activity.
How does this verse relate to God's sovereignty over all nations?
Ezekiel 29:11 demonstrates God's sovereign control over all nations, including Egypt, as He declares His judgment and desolation upon them, echoing the theme found in Daniel 4:25, where God's dominion is over all kingdoms.
What can we learn from God's judgment on Egypt in this verse?
This verse teaches us about God's holiness and His response to pride and arrogance, as seen in Ezekiel 29:9, where Egypt's claim that the Nile is theirs is met with God's judgment, reminding us of the importance of humility and recognizing God's sovereignty, as in Proverbs 16:18.
Reflection Questions
- What are the ways in which I can apply the principle of humility, recognizing God's sovereignty in my life, just as Egypt is called to acknowledge in Ezekiel 29:9?
- How can I trust in God's goodness and wisdom when He allows desolation or difficulty to come into my life or the life of my community?
- In what ways can I be a light for God in a world that often seems desolate and devoid of hope, much like the Egypt described in Ezekiel 29:11?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to surrender to God's sovereignty, just as Egypt is forced to do in Ezekiel 29:10-11?
- How can I use times of desolation or hardship as opportunities for spiritual growth and refinement, just as the Israelites did during their forty years in the wilderness?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 29:11
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 29:11
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 29:11
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 29:11
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 29:11
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 29:11
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 29:11
Sermons on Ezekiel 29:11
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(1 Peter - Part 3): Begotten Again Unto a Living Hope by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing a young lady eagerly preparing for a long-awaited reunion with her loved one. However, unbeknownst to her, the ship he was on has |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Daniel) ch.1:1-1:8 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the book of Daniel and its relevance to the end times. The book is divided into two parts: the first six chapters are historical and the last |
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Eternity and Time 04 Daniel's 70'th Week by David Clifford | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of time periods in relation to God's eternal purpose. He explains that these periods, referred to as dispensations, are symbolic |
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The Message of Ezra by G. Campbell Morgan | G. Campbell Morgan delivers a powerful sermon on 'The Message of Ezra,' emphasizing God's sovereignty and His ability to restore and remake His people, much like a potter reshapes |
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Knowing and Serving the Lord in a Day of Crisis by Tom Macartney | Tom Macartney preaches on the life of Daniel, who lived through a time of crisis during the exile in Babylon. Daniel's foundations were his personal knowledge of God and his unswer |
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Leviticus 26:3 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the certainty of God's promises as outlined in Leviticus 26:3, highlighting the importance of obedience to God's statutes and commandments. He explains that |
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Returning From the Captivity by C.I. Scofield | C.I. Scofield preaches on the return of Israel from captivity, highlighting the divine imperative and immutability of the written Word of God, specifically the prophetic word. The |







