Ezekiel 28:2 · KJV
"Son of man, say unto the prince of Tyrus, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because thine heart is lifted up, and thou hast said, I am a God, I sit in the seat of God, in the midst of the seas; yet thou art a man, and not God, though thou set thine heart as the heart of God:"
King James Version
What does Ezekiel 28:2 mean? →Passage Context
1The word of the LORD came again unto me, saying,
2Son of man, say unto the prince of Tyrus, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because thine heart is lifted up, and thou hast said, I am a God, I sit in the seat of God, in the midst of the seas; yet thou art a man, and not God, though thou set thine heart as the heart of God:
3Behold, thou art wiser than Daniel; there is no secret that they can hide from thee:
4With thy wisdom and with thine understanding thou hast gotten thee riches, and hast gotten gold and silver into thy treasures:
Reflection Questions
1
How do you guard against pride in your life?
2
What does it mean for you to recognize your humanity?
3
When have you felt tempted to elevate yourself above others?
Life Application
faith
Acknowledge your limitations and seek divine guidance in your life decisions.
self-awareness
Regularly reflect on your motivations and ensure they align with humility and service.
People in This Verse
Prince of TyreOT
The ruler of Tyre, known for his wealth and pride, who is warned by Ezekiel about his arrogance and self-deification.
First appearance: Ezekiel 28:1
Places in This Verse
Tyre(Tyre, Lebanon today)
A major city in ancient Phoenicia, Tyre was known for its commerce and naval power, playing a crucial role in regional trade.
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