Ezekiel 27:3 Meaning
And 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.
Context Explained
1The word of the LORD came again unto me, saying,
2Now, thou son of man, take up a lamentation for Tyrus;
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.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Isaiah 23:8
Both verses describe Tyre's role as a merchant city, emphasizing its beauty and trade.
Ezekiel 27:3
This verse provides context for Tyre's pride in its commercial success.
Revelation 18:11
Revelation references the fall of great commercial cities, similar to Tyre.
Source: Ezekiel 27:3