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Ezekiel 27:9 · KJV

"The ancients of Gebal and the wise men thereof were in thee thy calkers: all the ships of the sea with their mariners were in thee to occupy thy merchandise."

King James Version

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Passage Context

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.
8The inhabitants of Zidon and Arvad were thy mariners: thy wise men, O Tyrus, that were in thee, were thy pilots.
9The ancients of Gebal and the wise men thereof were in thee thy calkers: all the ships of the sea with their mariners were in thee to occupy thy merchandise.
10They of Persia and of Lud and of Phut were in thine army, thy men of war: they hanged the shield and helmet in thee; they set forth thy comeliness.
11The men of Arvad with thine army were upon thy walls round about, and the Gammadims were in thy towers: they hanged their shields upon thy walls round about; they have made thy beauty perfect.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you view the role of trade in your life?

2

What does collaboration with others mean for you?

3

When have you relied on others for support?

Life Application

relationships

Consider how you can work with others to achieve common goals.

work

Reflect on the importance of teamwork in your professional life.

Places in This Verse

Gebal(Byblos, Lebanon today)

An ancient city known for its trade and shipbuilding, Gebal was a key player in the maritime commerce of the region.

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