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Ezekiel 27:5 ยท KJV

"They have made all thy ship boards of fir trees of Senir: they have taken cedars from Lebanon to make masts for thee."

King James Version

What does Ezekiel 27:5 mean? โ†’

Passage Context

3And say unto Tyrus, O thou that art situate at the entry of the sea, which art a merchant of the people for many isles, Thus saith the Lord GOD; O Tyrus, thou hast said, I am of perfect beauty.
4Thy borders are in the midst of the seas, thy builders have perfected thy beauty.
5They have made all thy ship boards of fir trees of Senir: they have taken cedars from Lebanon to make masts for thee.
6Of the oaks of Bashan have they made thine oars; the company of the Ashurites have made thy benches of ivory, brought out of the isles of Chittim.
7Fine linen with broidered work from Egypt was that which thou spreadest forth to be thy sail; blue and purple from the isles of Elishah was that which covered thee.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you appreciate the work of others in your life?

2

What does craftsmanship mean to you?

3

When have you felt proud of something you created?

Life Application

work

Acknowledge and appreciate the efforts of those around you in their crafts and professions. Encourage a culture of recognition.

creativity

Engage in a creative project that reflects your skills and passions, and take pride in the process of creation.

Places in This Verse

Tyrus(Tyre, Lebanon today)

Tyre was a renowned city for its shipbuilding and trade, contributing significantly to the economy of the ancient world.

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