Ezekiel 31:5
Ezekiel 31:5 in Multiple Translations
Therefore 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.
Therefore his height was exalted above all the trees of the field, and his boughs were multiplied, and his branches became long because of the multitude of waters, when he shot forth.
Therefore its stature was exalted above all the trees of the field; and its boughs were multiplied, and its branches became long by reason of many waters, when it shot them forth.
In this way it became taller than all the trees of the field; and its branches were increased and its arms became long because of the great waters.
It became really tall, higher than any other tree in the forest. Its branches grew thick and long because it was so well-watered.
Therefore his height was exalted aboue all the trees of the fielde, and his boughes were multiplied, and his branches were long, because of the multitude of the waters, which the deepe sent out.
Therefore higher hath been his stature than all trees of the field, And multiplied are his boughs, and long are his branches, Because of many waters in his shooting forth,
Therefore its stature was exalted above all the trees of the field; and its boughs were multiplied. Its branches became long by reason of many waters, when it spread them out.
Therefore his hight was exalted above all the trees of the field, and his boughs were multiplied, and his branches became long because of the multitude of waters, when he shot forth.
Therefore was his height exalted above all the trees of the country: and his branches were multiplied, and his boughs were elevated because of many waters.
That huge tree grew very tall, higher than all the other trees around it. Its branches grew very thick and long [DOU] because of the abundant water at the base of the tree.
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Ezekiel 31:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עַל
כֵּן֙
גָּבְהָ֣א
קֹמָת֔/וֹ
מִ/כֹּ֖ל
עֲצֵ֣י
הַ/שָּׂדֶ֑ה
וַ/תִּרְבֶּ֨ינָה
סַֽרְעַפֹּתָ֜י/ו
וַ/תֶּאֱרַ֧כְנָה
פארת/ו
פֹארֹתָ֛י/ו
מִ/מַּ֥יִם
רַבִּ֖ים
בְּ/שַׁלְּחֽ/וֹ
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
כֵּן֙
kên
H3651
right
Part
גָּבְהָ֣א
gâbahh
H1361
to exult
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
קֹמָת֔/וֹ
qôwmâh
H6967
height
N-fs | Suff
מִ/כֹּ֖ל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
עֲצֵ֣י
ʻêts
H6086
tree
N-mp
הַ/שָּׂדֶ֑ה
sâdeh
H7704
field
Art | N-ms
וַ/תִּרְבֶּ֨ינָה
râbâh
H7235
to multiply
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fp
סַֽרְעַפֹּתָ֜י/ו
çarʻappâh
H5634
bough
N-fp | Suff
וַ/תֶּאֱרַ֧כְנָה
ʼârak
H748
to prolong
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fp
פארת/ו
pᵉʼôrâh
H6288
bough
N-fp | Suff
פֹארֹתָ֛י/ו
pᵉʼôrâh
H6288
bough
N-fp | Suff
מִ/מַּ֥יִם
mayim
H4325
Water (Gate)
Prep | N-mp
רַבִּ֖ים
rab
H7227
many
Adj
בְּ/שַׁלְּחֽ/וֹ
shâlach
H7971
to send
Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 31:5
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
כֵּן֙
kên
H3651
"right"
Part
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means 'so' or 'thus', often used to show agreement or confirmation, like in the book of Genesis. It can also mean 'rightly' or 'justly', as in doing something the correct way. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: adv adj 1) right, just, honest, true, veritable 1a) right, just, honest 1b) correct 1c) true, veritable
Usage: Occurs in 737 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after that (this, -ward, -wards), as... as, [phrase] (for-) asmuch as yet, [phrase] be (for which) cause, [phrase] following, howbeit, in (the) like (manner, -wise), [idiom] the more, right, (even) so, state, straightway, such (thing), surely, [phrase] there (where) -fore, this, thus, true, well, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:7; Exodus 37:19; Judges 7:17.
גָּבְהָ֣א
gâbahh
H1361
"to exult"
V-Qal-Perf-3fs
To exult means to feel proud or haughty, like being lofty or high, as described in Psalms where God's ways are lofty and good.
Definition: 1) to be high, be exalted 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be high, lofty, tall 1a2) to be exalted 1a3) to be lofty 1a3a) to be lofty (of Jehovah's ways-good sense) 1a3b) to be haughty, be arrogant (bad sense) 1b) (Hiphil) to make high, exalt
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: exalt, be haughty, be (make) high(-er), lift up, mount up, be proud, raise up great height, upward. See also: 1 Samuel 10:23; Isaiah 7:11; Psalms 103:11.
קֹמָת֔/וֹ
qôwmâh
H6967
"height"
N-fs | Suff
Qomah refers to height or stature, describing how tall someone or something is, like the height of a person or a building in the book of Ezekiel.
Definition: 1) height 1a) height, stature 1b) height
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] along, height, high, stature, tall. See also: Genesis 6:15; 1 Kings 7:23; Isaiah 10:33.
מִ/כֹּ֖ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
עֲצֵ֣י
ʻêts
H6086
"tree"
N-mp
This Hebrew word for tree or wood refers to a strong and firm object, like a tree or a wooden plank, as seen in the carpentry work of Jesus' earthly father Joseph in Matthew 13:55.
Definition: : wood 1) tree, wood, timber, stock, plank, stalk, stick, gallows 1a) tree, trees 1b) wood, pieces of wood, gallows, firewood, cedar-wood, woody flax
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] carpenter, gallows, helve, [phrase] pine, plank, staff, stalk, stick, stock, timber, tree, wood. See also: Genesis 1:11; Joshua 9:23; Psalms 1:3.
הַ/שָּׂדֶ֑ה
sâdeh
H7704
"field"
Art | N-ms
A field or land is what this word represents, often referring to a flat area of land used for cultivation or as a habitat for wild animals, as described in the book of Genesis. It can also mean a plain or a country, as opposed to a mountain or sea. This term is used in the story of Ruth and Boaz.
Definition: 1) field, land 1a) cultivated field 1b) of home of wild beasts 1c) plain (opposed to mountain) 1d) land (opposed to sea)
Usage: Occurs in 309 OT verses. KJV: country, field, ground, land, soil, [idiom] wild. See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 28:38; Nehemiah 12:29.
וַ/תִּרְבֶּ֨ינָה
râbâh
H7235
"to multiply"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fp
This word means to increase or grow, like a plant shooting up. It is used in the Bible to describe something getting bigger or more abundant. The KJV translates it as abundance or bring up.
Definition: 1) be or become great, be or become many, be or become much, be or become numerous 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to become many, become numerous, multiply (of people, animals, things) 1a2) to be or grow great 1b) (Piel) to make large, enlarge, increase, become many 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to make much, make many, have many 1c1a) to multiply, increase 1c1b) to make much to do, do much in respect of, transgress greatly 1c1c) to increase greatly or exceedingly 1c2) to make great, enlarge, do much Aramaic equivalent: re.vah (רְבָה "to grow great" H7236)
Usage: Occurs in 215 OT verses. KJV: (bring in) abundance ([idiom] -antly), [phrase] archer (by mistake for H7232 (רָבַב)), be in authority, bring up, [idiom] continue, enlarge, excel, exceeding(-ly), be full of, (be, make) great(-er, -ly, [idiom] -ness), grow up, heap, increase, be long, (be, give, have, make, use) many (a time), (any, be, give, give the, have) more (in number), (ask, be, be so, gather, over, take, yield) much (greater, more), (make to) multiply, nourish, plenty(-eous), [idiom] process (of time), sore, store, thoroughly, very. See also: Genesis 1:22; 2 Chronicles 33:6; Psalms 16:4.
סַֽרְעַפֹּתָ֜י/ו
çarʻappâh
H5634
"bough"
N-fp | Suff
A bough was a branch of a tree, often used to describe a small part of something larger. In the Bible, this word is used to describe the branches of trees, such as in the book of Ezekiel. A bough could be small, but it was still a part of the whole tree.
Definition: bough
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: bough. See also: Ezekiel 31:5.
וַ/תֶּאֱרַ֧כְנָה
ʼârak
H748
"to prolong"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fp
This verb means to prolong or make something long, whether it's a physical object, a period of time, or a person's life, as seen in the book of Genesis where God prolongs the lives of the patriarchs. In Exodus, it describes the lengthening of the Israelites' stay in Egypt.
Definition: 1) to be long, prolong 1a) (Qal) to be long 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to prolong (days) 1b2) to make long (tent cords) 1b3) to grow long, continue long Aramaic equivalent: a.rakh (אֲרִיךְ "be proper" H0749)
Usage: Occurs in 34 OT verses. KJV: defer, draw out, lengthen, (be, become, make, pro-) long, [phrase] (out-, over-) live, tarry (long). See also: Genesis 26:8; 1 Kings 3:14; Psalms 129:3.
פארת/ו
pᵉʼôrâh
H6288
"bough"
N-fp | Suff
This word means a bough or branch of a tree, often with bright green foliage. It is used in the Bible to describe plants or trees. The KJV translates it as 'bough' or 'branch'.
Definition: bough, branch, shoot Also means: pu.rah (פּוּרָה "bough" H6288B)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: bough, branch, sprig. See also: Isaiah 10:33; Ezekiel 31:6; Ezekiel 31:13.
פֹארֹתָ֛י/ו
pᵉʼôrâh
H6288
"bough"
N-fp | Suff
This word means a bough or branch of a tree, often with bright green foliage. It is used in the Bible to describe plants or trees. The KJV translates it as 'bough' or 'branch'.
Definition: bough, branch, shoot Also means: pu.rah (פּוּרָה "bough" H6288B)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: bough, branch, sprig. See also: Isaiah 10:33; Ezekiel 31:6; Ezekiel 31:13.
מִ/מַּ֥יִם
mayim
H4325
"Water (Gate)"
Prep | N-mp
This word means water, referring to a liquid or a source of refreshment. It appears in the Bible as a literal and figurative term, including references to wasting or urine. The word is used in various contexts, such as in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: This name means water, refreshment
Usage: Occurs in 525 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] piss, wasting, water(-ing, (-course, -flood, -spring)). See also: Genesis 1:2; Leviticus 14:9; Joshua 18:15.
רַבִּ֖ים
rab
H7227
"many"
Adj
This Hebrew word means a chief or captain, someone in charge. It is used in 2 Samuel 23:19 to describe a great and powerful man. The idea is one of leadership and authority.
Definition: adj 1) much, many, great 1a) much 1b) many 1c) abounding in 1d) more numerous than 1e) abundant, enough 1f) great 1g) strong 1h) greater than adv 1i) much, exceedingly
Usage: Occurs in 443 OT verses. KJV: (in) abound(-undance, -ant, -antly), captain, elder, enough, exceedingly, full, great(-ly, man, one), increase, long (enough, (time)), (do, have) many(-ifold, things, a time), (ship-)master, mighty, more, (too, very) much, multiply(-tude), officer, often(-times), plenteous, populous, prince, process (of time), suffice(-lent). See also: Genesis 6:5; 1 Kings 11:1; Psalms 3:2.
בְּ/שַׁלְּחֽ/וֹ
shâlach
H7971
"to send"
Prep | V-Piel-Inf-a | Suff
To send or depart is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which has various applications in the Bible. It can describe sending someone or something away, or letting something go.
Definition: : depart/send 1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to send 1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct 1a3) to send away 1a4) to let loose 1b) (Niphal) to be sent 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out 1c2) to let go, set free 1c3) to shoot forth (of branches) 1c4) to let down 1c5) to shoot 1d) (Pual) to be sent off, be put away, be divorced, be impelled 1e) (Hiphil) to send
Usage: Occurs in 790 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out). See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 9:27; Joshua 14:11.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 31:5
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- Ezekiel 31:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 31:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 31:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:5
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 31:5
- Sermons on Ezekiel 31:5
Context — Egypt Will Fall like Assyria
3Look at Assyria, a cedar in Lebanon, with beautiful branches that shaded the forest. It towered on high; its top was among the clouds.
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. 7It was beautiful in its greatness, in the length of its limbs, for its roots extended to abundant waters.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Daniel 4:11 | The tree grew large and strong; its top reached the sky, and it was visible to the ends of the earth. |
| 2 | 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. |
| 3 | Psalms 1:3 | He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does. |
| 4 | Isaiah 36:18–19 | Do not let Hezekiah mislead you when he says, ‘The LORD will deliver us.’ Has the god of any nation ever delivered his land from the hand of the king of Assyria? Where are the gods of Hamath and Arpad? Where are the gods of Sepharvaim? Have they delivered Samaria from my hand? |
| 5 | Psalms 37:35–36 | I have seen a wicked, ruthless man flourishing like a well-rooted native tree, yet he passed away and was no more; though I searched, he could not be found. |
| 6 | Isaiah 37:11–13 | Surely you have heard what the kings of Assyria have done to all the other countries, devoting them to destruction. Will you then be spared? Did the gods of the nations destroyed by my fathers rescue those nations—the gods of Gozan, Haran, and Rezeph, and of the people of Eden in Telassar? Where are the kings of Hamath, Arpad, Sepharvaim, Hena, and Ivvah?’” |
| 7 | Isaiah 10:8–14 | “Are not all my commanders kings?” he says. “Is not Calno like Carchemish? Is not Hamath like Arpad? Is not Samaria like Damascus? As my hand seized the idolatrous kingdoms whose images surpassed those of Jerusalem and Samaria, and as I have done to Samaria and its idols, will I not also do to Jerusalem and her idols?” So when the Lord has completed all His work against Mount Zion and Jerusalem, He will say, “I will punish the king of Assyria for the fruit of his arrogant heart and the proud look in his eyes. For he says: ‘By the strength of my hand I have done this, and by my wisdom, for I am clever. I have removed the boundaries of nations and plundered their treasures; like a mighty one I subdued their rulers. My hand reached as into a nest to seize the wealth of the nations. Like one gathering abandoned eggs, I gathered all the earth. No wing fluttered, no beak opened or chirped.’” |
| 8 | Isaiah 36:4 | The Rabshakeh said to them, “Tell Hezekiah that this is what the great king, the king of Assyria, says: What is the basis of this confidence of yours? |
Ezekiel 31:5 Summary
[This verse is talking about a big, strong tree that grew up really tall because it had plenty of water to drink. The tree represents the country of Assyria, which was very powerful and proud. But just like the tree needed water to grow, we need God to help us grow strong in our faith, as we see in Psalm 1:3 where it says that the man who trusts in God will be like a tree planted by streams of water. We should remember to stay humble and thankful for what God gives us, and not get too full of ourselves like the tree did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the cedar tree represent in Ezekiel 31:5?
The cedar tree in Ezekiel 31:5 represents the nation of Assyria, which was a powerful and dominant world power at the time, much like the cedar tree was the most prominent tree in the forest, as described in Ezekiel 31:3-4 and supported by the prophecy in Isaiah 10:5-6
Why did the tree tower higher than all the trees of the field?
The tree towered higher than all the trees of the field because of the abundant waters that nourished it, as stated in Ezekiel 31:4, which symbolizes the riches and resources that fueled Assyria's growth and dominance, similar to how God blesses those who trust in Him, as seen in Psalm 1:3
What can we learn from the image of the tree's branches multiplying and boughs growing long?
The image of the tree's branches multiplying and boughs growing long teaches us about the consequences of pride and self-reliance, as Assyria's greatness led to its downfall, as warned in Proverbs 16:18 and illustrated in the fall of Lucifer in Isaiah 14:12-15
How does this verse relate to our spiritual lives?
This verse reminds us that our spiritual growth and strength come from our connection to God, just as the tree's growth came from the abundant waters, and that we must remain humble and dependent on Him, as encouraged in Jeremiah 17:7-8 and John 15:5
Reflection Questions
- What are the 'abundant waters' that nourish my own spiritual growth, and how can I ensure I am staying connected to them?
- In what ways can I avoid the pitfall of pride and self-reliance, and instead cultivate a humble dependence on God?
- How can I use my own 'branches' and 'boughs' - my talents, resources, and influence - to bless and support others, rather than simply seeking my own gain?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be 'towering higher' than others, and how can I use those strengths to serve and uplift others, rather than simply seeking to elevate myself?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 31:5
Therefore his height was exalted above all the trees of the field,.... His majesty, grandeur, and glory, were advanced above all princes, nobles, and people; all ranks and degrees of men, let them be
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 31:5
Therefore his height was exalted above all the trees of the field, and his boughs were multiplied, and his branches became long because of the multitude of waters, when he shot forth.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:5
His height was exalted; his power, glory, and his pride too ran up on high: a just administration of laws for the benefit of the public, and a kind usage of the subject, while it was here, made the king great and his kingdom famous. Above all the trees of the field; above all his neighbour kings, among whom oppressed weaklings still came to this kingdom, while just, for shelter. His boughs were multiplied; many became his subjects by voluntary choice, and his native subjects increased in numbers and wealth. His branches became long; the provinces reached far and wide by the conquest of his arms, or attractives of his kindness brought to unite with him. The multitude of waters; the many streams of royal justice and beneficence sent forth from the throne of this kingdom; so his throne was advanced and established.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 31:5
Ezekiel 31:5 Therefore his height was exalted above all the trees of the field, and his boughs were multiplied, and his branches became long because of the multitude of waters, when he shot forth.Ver. 5. And his boughs were multiplied.] Amplissima ludit copia verborum. Oecolamp.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 31:5
5. his boughs were multiplied] Wanting in LXX. when he shot forth] When he sent them forth, i.e. his branches, cf. Ezekiel 17:6-7. Others: when it (the deep) sent them (the waters) forth; cf. Ezekiel 31:4.
Sermons on Ezekiel 31:5
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Power of the Ministry Pt 1 by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher begins by referencing the story of Jacob in the Bible, who encountered God in a dream and saw a ladder connecting heaven and earth. The preacher then p |
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Christian Growth - Part 6 by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob from the Bible. Jacob had lived his life independently of God, making mistakes and facing the consequences. Eventually, Go |
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Resources for Christian Living by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of experiencing a deep and ongoing relationship with God. He warns against becoming complacent or shallow in one's faith and u |
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The Holy Spirit & Power for the Ministry by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of the miracle of a Spirit-filled life. He refers to the crowd's questions on the day of Pentecost, asking what the events mea |
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God Bless Us by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a Peruvian man named Angel Cominates who has planted over 500 churches in northern Peru. Despite his humble circumstances, Angel's |
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The Church Today Asleep & in Bondage #6 by Milton Green | This sermon focuses on the concept of being a new creation in Christ, akin to a second Adam, and being conformed to the image of Jesus. It delves into the idea of bearing fruit in |
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(Second Coming of Christ) 15 the Delights of the Paradise of God by Aeron Morgan | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the delights of the city as described in the book of Revelation. The sermon begins by highlighting the incredible foundations and structure o |