Ezekiel 31:4
Ezekiel 31:4 in Multiple Translations
The waters made it grow; the deep springs made it tall, directing their streams all around its base and sending their channels to all the trees of the field.
The waters made him great, the deep set him up on high with her rivers running round about his plants, and sent out her little rivers unto all the trees of the field.
The waters nourished it, the deep made it to grow: the rivers thereof ran round about its plantation; and it sent out its channels unto all the trees of the field.
It got strength from the waters and the deep made it tall: its streams went round about its planted land and it sent out its waterways to all the trees of the field.
Deep springs of water made it grow tall and sent streams all around it to water all the other trees.
The waters nourished him, and the deepe exalted him on hie with her riuers running round about his plants, and sent out her litle riuers vnto all the trees of the fielde.
Waters have made it great, The deep hath exalted him with its flowings, Going round about its planting, And its conduits it hath sent forth unto all trees of the field.
The waters nourished it. The deep made it to grow. Its rivers ran all around its plantation. It sent out its channels to all the trees of the field.
The waters made him great, the deep set him up on high with her rivers running round his plants, and sent out her little rivers to all the trees of the field.
The waters nourished him, the deep set him up on high, the streams thereof ran round about his roots, and it sent forth its rivulets to all the trees of the country.
Water came from deep springs, and as a result that cedar tree grew tall and very green. Then water flowed around the base of the tree into channels that took water to other nearby trees.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 31:4
Study Notes — Ezekiel 31:4
- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 31:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 31:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 31:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:4
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:4
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 31:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:4
- Sermons on Ezekiel 31:4
Context — Egypt Will Fall like Assyria
4The waters made it grow; the deep springs made it tall, directing their streams all around its base and sending their channels to all the trees of the field.
5Therefore it towered higher than all the trees of the field. Its branches multiplied, and its boughs grew long as it spread them out because of the abundant waters. 6All the birds of the air nested in its branches, and all the beasts of the field gave birth beneath its boughs; all the great nations lived in its shade.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Revelation 17:15 | Then the angel said to me, “The waters you saw, where the prostitute was seated, are peoples and multitudes and nations and tongues. |
| 2 | Proverbs 14:28 | A large population is a king’s splendor, but a lack of subjects is a prince’s ruin. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 17:5 | He took some of the seed of the land and planted it in fertile soil; he placed it by abundant waters and set it out like a willow. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 17:8 | It had been planted in good soil by abundant waters in order to yield branches and bear fruit and become a splendid vine.’ |
| 5 | Revelation 17:1 | Then one of the seven angels with the seven bowls came and said to me, “Come, I will show you the punishment of the great prostitute, who sits on many waters. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 51:36 | Therefore this is what the LORD says: “Behold, I will plead your case and take vengeance on your behalf; I will dry up her sea and make her springs run dry. |
Ezekiel 31:4 Summary
Ezekiel 31:4 tells us that the tree, which represents Assyria, grew strong and tall because of the abundant water it received. This water symbolizes the blessings and resources God provides, which can help us grow strong in our faith, just like the tree in Psalms 1:3. As we trust in God's provision and care, we can become a blessing to those around us, just as the tree's branches provided shade and shelter for the birds and beasts. By remembering that all our blessings come from God, we can cultivate a heart of gratitude and humility, and use the resources He has given us to benefit others.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the water in Ezekiel 31:4 represent?
The water in Ezekiel 31:4 represents the abundant resources and blessings that God provides, as seen in Psalms 1:3, where a tree planted by streams of water prospers. This water enabled the tree to grow strong and tall.
Why are the deep springs and streams directing their channels to all the trees of the field?
The deep springs and streams directing their channels to all the trees of the field in Ezekiel 31:4 symbolize how the blessings and resources God provides to one nation or individual can also benefit others, as stated in Isaiah 61:11, where God's people are like a well-watered garden.
How does this verse relate to the greatness of Assyria mentioned in Ezekiel 31:3?
Ezekiel 31:4 explains how Assyria's greatness, mentioned in Ezekiel 31:3, was made possible by the abundant resources and blessings it received, much like how a tree grows strong when planted by streams of water, as mentioned in Psalms 1:3.
What can we learn from the way the trees and the field are watered in this verse?
We can learn from Ezekiel 31:4 that God's provision and care are not limited to one nation or individual but can extend to many, as seen in Matthew 5:45, where God causes the sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.
Reflection Questions
- How have I experienced God's abundant provision and care in my life, and how can I be a channel of blessing to others?
- In what ways can I, like the tree in Ezekiel 31:4, use the resources God has given me to benefit those around me?
- What are some ways I can trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even when I face challenges or uncertainties, just like the tree that grows strong by the streams of water?
- How can I cultivate a heart of gratitude and humility, recognizing that all my blessings come from God, just as the tree's growth is attributed to the waters and deep springs in Ezekiel 31:4?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 31:4
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 31:4
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:4
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:4
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:4
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:4
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 31:4
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:4
Sermons on Ezekiel 31:4
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Epistle 100 by George Fox | George Fox preaches about dwelling in the power of the Lord God to stand firm in the world, handling the word of God correctly as a hammer, sword, and fire to discern the precious |
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Epistle 229 by George Fox | George Fox preaches about the importance of living in the spirit rather than the flesh, emphasizing the need to set our affections on heavenly things and subject our souls to the h |
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(Through the Bible) Revelation 17-18 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the judgment of the false religious system, referred to as Babylon, which has deceived many people. The speaker mentions Jesus' warning about |
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(Common Market) Its Religion - Part 1 by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the judgment of the "great whore" mentioned in Revelation 17. The speaker believes that this whore represents a system or institution rather t |
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Come Out of the Darkness of Babylon by Steve Gallagher | The video shown during the sermon was described as a production created by the church. The speaker prayed for the congregation and mentioned that some people may choose to stay beh |
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(Revelation) Part 2 the Doom of the Scarlet Woman by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of the seven-headed beast mentioned in the book of Revelation. He explains that five of the heads have already fallen, one is cur |
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Mystery Babylon by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the symbolism of a woman sitting on a scarlet colored beast in the book of Revelation. He explains that this woman represents Satan's counter |





