Ezekiel 28:2

Authorized King James Version

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:

Word-by-Word Analysis

בֶּן

H1121

Son

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

אָדָם֙

H120

of man

ruddy i.e., a human being (an individual or the species, mankind, etc.)

וַתֹּ֙אמֶר֙

H559

Thus saith

to say (used with great latitude)

לִנְגִ֨יד

H5057

unto the prince

a commander (as occupying the front), civil, military or religious; generally (abstractly, plural), honorable themes

צֹ֜ר

H6865

of Tyrus

tsor, a place in palestine

כֹּֽה

H3541

properly, like this, i.e., by implication, (of manner) thus (or so); also (of place) here (or hither); or (of time) now

וַתֹּ֙אמֶר֙

H559

Thus saith

to say (used with great latitude)

אֲדֹנָ֣י

H136

the Lord

the lord (used as a proper name of god only)

יְהוִֹ֗ה

H3069

GOD

god

#10

יַ֣עַן

H3282

properly, heed; by implication, purpose (sake or account); used adverbially to indicate the reason or cause

#11

גָּבַ֤הּ

H1361

is lifted up

to soar, i.e., be lofty; figuratively, to be haughty

#12

כְּלֵ֥ב

H3820

Because thine heart

the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the center of anything

#13

וַתֹּ֙אמֶר֙

H559

Thus saith

to say (used with great latitude)

#14

אֵ֔ל

H410

I am a God

strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the almighty (but used also of any deity)

#15

אָ֔נִי

H589

#16

מוֹשַׁ֧ב

H4186

in the seat

a seat; figuratively, a site; abstractly, a session; by extension an abode (the place or the time); by implication, population

#17

אֱלֹהִֽים׃

H430

of God

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

#18

יָשַׁ֖בְתִּי

H3427

I sit

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

#19

כְּלֵ֥ב

H3820

Because thine heart

the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the center of anything

#20

יַמִּ֑ים

H3220

of the seas

a sea (as breaking in noisy surf) or large body of water; specifically (with the article), the mediterranean sea; sometimes a large river, or an artif

#21

וְאַתָּ֤ה

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

#22

אָדָם֙

H120

of man

ruddy i.e., a human being (an individual or the species, mankind, etc.)

#23

וְֽלֹא

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#24

אֵ֔ל

H410

I am a God

strength; as adjective, mighty; especially the almighty (but used also of any deity)

#25

וַתִּתֵּ֥ן

H5414

though thou set

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

#26

כְּלֵ֥ב

H3820

Because thine heart

the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the center of anything

#27

כְּלֵ֥ב

H3820

Because thine heart

the heart; also used (figuratively) very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the center of anything

#28

אֱלֹהִֽים׃

H430

of God

gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Ezekiel. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The divine name or title here functions within biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How does this verse's literary context within Ezekiel chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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