Ezekiel 38:5
Ezekiel 38:5 in Multiple Translations
Persia, Cush, and Put will accompany them, all with shields and helmets,
Persia, Ethiopia, and Libya with them; all of them with shield and helmet:
Persia, Cush, and Put with them, all of them with shield and helmet;
Persia, Cush, and Put with them; all of them with body-cover and metal head-dress:
Soldiers from Persia, Cush, and Put will join them, all equipped with shields and helmets,
They of Paras, of Cush, and Phut with the, euen all they that beare shielde and helmet.
Persia, Cush, and Phut, with them, All of them [with] shield and helmet.
Persia, Cush, and Put with them, all of them with shield and helmet;
Persia, Cush, and Phut with them; all of them with shield and helmet:
The Persians, Ethiopians, and Libyans with them, all with shields and helmets.
Armies from Persia, Ethiopia, and Put/Libya will also come, all of them with shields and helmets.
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Ezekiel 38:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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פָּרַ֛ס
כּ֥וּשׁ
וּ/פ֖וּט
אִתָּ֑/ם
כֻּלָּ֖/ם
מָגֵ֥ן
וְ/כוֹבָֽע
פָּרַ֛ס
Pâraç
H6539
Persia
N-proper
כּ֥וּשׁ
Kûwsh
H3568
Ethiopia
N-proper
וּ/פ֖וּט
Pûwṭ
H6316
Put
Conj | N-proper
אִתָּ֑/ם
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Suff
כֻּלָּ֖/ם
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms | Suff
מָגֵ֥ן
mâgên
H4043
shield
N-cs
וְ/כוֹבָֽע
kôwbaʻ
H3553
helmet
Conj | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 38:5
פָּרַ֛ס
Pâraç
H6539
"Persia"
N-proper
This word refers to the ancient country of Persia, which included a vast territory from India to Egypt. The Bible mentions Persia in the books of Ezra and Nehemiah, where it plays a significant role in the history of the Israelites.
Definition: § Persia = "pure" or "splendid" the empire Persia; encompassed the territory from India on the east to Egypt and Thrace on the west, and included, besides portions of Europe and Africa, the whole of western Asia between the Black Sea, the Caucasus, the Caspian and the Jaxartes on the north, the Arabian desert, the Persian Gulf and the Indian Ocean on the south Persia proper was bounded on the west by Susiana or Elam, on the north by Media, on the south by the Persian Gulf and on the east by Carmania Persian, of Persia "pure" or "splendid"
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: Persia, Persians. See also: 2 Chronicles 36:20; Esther 1:3; Daniel 11:2.
כּ֥וּשׁ
Kûwsh
H3568
"Ethiopia"
N-proper
Cush refers to Ethiopia or a Benjamite in Psalm 7:1. It means black, referencing the dark skin of its people.
Definition: § Cush = "black" a Benjamite mentioned only in the title of Ps 7:1
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: Chush, Cush, Ethiopia. See also: Genesis 2:13; Isaiah 18:1; Psalms 7:1.
וּ/פ֖וּט
Pûwṭ
H6316
"Put"
Conj | N-proper
Put refers to a son of Ham and his descendants, who lived in northern Africa, probably in the area now known as Libya. The name Put is also associated with a Persian tribe. In the Bible, Put is mentioned in Genesis and other books.
Definition: Phut or Put = "a bow" a nation and people of northern Africa; probably Libyans Also named: pul (פּוּל "Pul" H6322H)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Phut, Put. See also: Genesis 10:6; Ezekiel 27:10; Jeremiah 46:9.
אִתָּ֑/ם
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
כֻּלָּ֖/ם
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms | Suff
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.
מָגֵ֥ן
mâgên
H4043
"shield"
N-cs
A shield in biblical times, this word also symbolizes protection, like God being a shield to those who trust in Him, as seen in Psalm 3:3. It can also refer to a ruler or leader who defends their people.
Definition: shield, buckler
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] armed, buckler, defence, ruler, [phrase] scale, shield. See also: Genesis 15:1; Psalms 33:20; Psalms 3:4.
וְ/כוֹבָֽע
kôwbaʻ
H3553
"helmet"
Conj | N-ms
A helmet is a protective head covering, often arched in shape. It is compared to another word for helmet in the Bible. The KJV translates it as helmet.
Definition: helmet
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: helmet. Compare H6959 (קוֹבַע). See also: 1 Samuel 17:5; Jeremiah 46:4; Isaiah 59:17.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 38:5
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- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 38:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 38:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 38:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 38:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 38:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 38:5
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 38:5
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 38:5
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 38:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 38:5
- Sermons on Ezekiel 38:5
Context — A Prophecy against Gog
3and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Gog, chief prince of Meshech and Tubal.
4I will turn you around, put hooks in your jaws, and bring you out with all your army—your horses, your horsemen in full armor, and a great company armed with shields and bucklers, all brandishing their swords.
5Persia, Cush, and Put will accompany them, all with shields and helmets,
6as well as Gomer with all its troops, and Beth-togarmah from the far north with all its troops—the many nations with you. 7Get ready; prepare yourself, you and all your company gathered around you; you will be their guard.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 27:10 | Men of Persia, Lydia, and Put served as warriors in your army. They hung their shields and helmets on your walls; they gave you splendor. |
| 2 | Genesis 10:6 | The sons of Ham: Cush, Mizraim, Put, and Canaan. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 30:5 | Cush, Put, and Lud, and all the various peoples, as well as Libya and the men of the covenant land, will fall with Egypt by the sword. |
| 4 | Nahum 3:9 | Cush and Egypt were her boundless strength; Put and Libya were her allies. |
| 5 | Genesis 10:8 | Cush was the father of Nimrod, who began to be a mighty one on the earth. |
| 6 | 1 Chronicles 1:8 | The sons of Ham: Cush, Mizraim, Put, and Canaan. |
Ezekiel 38:5 Summary
This verse is talking about the nations that will join with Gog in his attack, including Persia, Cush, and Put, who will all come with shields and helmets, ready for battle. This shows that God is in control of all nations and their actions, as seen in other parts of the Bible like Psalm 2:1-4 and Isaiah 10:5-6. It's a reminder that God is sovereign and powerful, and we can trust in Him even when things seem uncertain or scary, as promised in Deuteronomy 31:6 and Hebrews 13:5-6. By looking at this verse, we can see that God is always working, even in the midst of turmoil and conflict, and we can have peace in knowing that He is in control.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the nations mentioned in Ezekiel 38:5?
The nations mentioned are Persia, Cush, and Put, which were all known for their military strength in biblical times, as seen in other scriptures like Esther 1:14 and Isaiah 43:3.
What is the significance of the shields and helmets in this verse?
The shields and helmets represent the military armor and preparation of these nations, indicating their readiness for battle, similar to the armor described in Ephesians 6:13-17.
How does this verse relate to the larger context of Ezekiel 38?
This verse is part of a larger prophecy against Gog, a chief prince of Meshech and Tubal, as stated in Ezekiel 38:3, and describes the nations that will accompany him in his attack.
What can we learn about God's sovereignty from this verse?
This verse shows that God is in control of all nations and their actions, as seen in Ezekiel 38:4 where God says He will turn Gog around and bring him out with his army, demonstrating His power and authority over all things, as stated in Psalm 103:19.
Reflection Questions
- How does the description of these nations and their military preparation make you think about the power and authority of God?
- What can you learn from the fact that God is aware of and involved in the actions of all nations, as seen in this verse and others like Isaiah 40:15-17?
- In what ways can you trust in God's sovereignty and control, even in the face of uncertainty or danger, as encouraged in Psalm 23:4 and Proverbs 3:5-6?
- How does this verse encourage you to pray for nations and leaders, as instructed in 1 Timothy 2:1-4?
- What does this verse reveal about the nature of God's judgment and His relationship with the nations, as discussed in other scriptures like Jeremiah 25:12-14 and Joel 3:1-2?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 38:5
Persia, Ethiopia, and Lybia with them,.... These are the confederates or auxiliaries of the Turks, which shall join with them in this expedition.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 38:5
Persia, Ethiopia, and Libya with them; all of them with shield and helmet: Persia ... Libya. Expressly specified by Appian as supplying the ranks of Antiochus' army.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 38:5
Persia; the land for the people who a Mahometans, and enemies to the name of Christ. Ethiopia; not the African, which is Abyssinia, or Nubia, or both the old Macrobii, but the Asiatic or Arabian Ethiopia, posterity of Cush, Mahometans too. Libya; a people of Africa, either now subjects of, or confederates with, the Turks, and who are near enough to join, when the effect shall demonstrate this Gog who he is. With shield and helmet; prepared to save themselves what they can, though they slay their enemies. Now some of all these were in the armies of Antiochus against the Jews, and many more will serve in the last army of Gog.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 38:5
Ezekiel 38:5 Persia, Ethiopia, and Libya with them; all of them with shield and helmet:Ver. 5. Persia, Ethiopia, and Libya.] A numerous army from all parts. The Church is against all the world, and all the world against the Church. Hic vir totius orbis impetum sustinuit, saith one once concerning Athanasius. A silly poor maid, in the midst of many fierce and savage creatures assaulting her every moment, is a true picture of the Church, saith Luther.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 38:5
(5) Persia, Ethiopia, and Libya.—Having summoned the nations from the extreme north, the prophet now turns first to the east, and then to the south and west. No neighbouring nations are mentioned at all, but only those living on the confines of the known world are summoned to this symbolic contest. The supposition of a literal alliance of nations so situated is out of the question.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 38:5
Verse 5. Persia] That a part of this country was tributary to Antiochus, see 1Macc 3:31. Ethiopia, and Libya] That these were auxiliaries of Antiochus is evident from Daniel 11:43: "The Libyans and Ethiopians shall be at his steps."
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 38:5
5. Cf. on Ezekiel 27:10, Ezekiel 30:5.
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 38:5
Libya and Ethiopia, mixed with the northern invaders, are tribes from the extreme south, to show that this is a general combination of the foes of God’s people.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 38:5
5. See notes Ezekiel 27:10; Ezekiel 30:5. Toy thinks, perhaps, Paras should not be translated Persia; but refers to the insignificant province of Parsua mentioned in the inscriptions.
Sermons on Ezekiel 38:5
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Middle-Eastern Alliance by Keith Malcomson | Keith Malcomson delves into the prophecy of Ezekiel 38, identifying nations forming a military alliance under Gog's leadership. The sermon explores the debated identities of nation |
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(Genesis) Genesis 10:1-6 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the three-fold division of the human family as revealed in the sons of Noah: Ham, Shem, and Japheth. The speaker mentions a chart made by an e |
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(Genesis) Genesis 10:8-32 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of studying the story of the flood in the Bible. He suggests that this chapter provides a rich study of the human family and o |
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Babylonian Pattern - Part 2 by Winkie Pratney | This sermon delves into the ancient Babylonian pattern of the queen mother and child, highlighting the demonic attack on the family structure when the king is cut off, leading to g |
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The Doom of the Scarlet Woman by Denis Lyle | Denis Lyle preaches about the emergence of a false church in the last days, contrasting the True Church with the Scarlet Woman of Revelation. Drawing from Matthew 16:18 and Revelat |