Ezekiel 27:34 Meaning and Explanation
“In the time when thou shalt be broken by the seas in the depths of the waters thy merchandise and all thy company in the midst of thee shall fall.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Tyre and all its people sink into the deep seas, separated from the living world.
The Context of Ezekiel 27:34
Tyre sinks into ocean depths, lost forever.
What Does Ezekiel 27:34 Mean?
The 'depths of the waters' suggests a complete sinking—Tyre does not merely sink into shallow water but descends into the depths where recovery is impossible. The company (personnel, soldiers, merchants) goes down with the city, making this not just a political collapse but a catastrophic loss of life.
The finality of sinking into 'depths' carries spiritual weight: Tyre disappears from the world of the living and becomes forgotten, as if it never existed. This imagery suggests something like a descent from prominence and visibility to oblivion.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 27:34
What does Ezekiel 27:34 mean?
Tyre and all its people sink into the deep seas, separated from the living world.
What is the context of Ezekiel 27:34?
Tyre sinks into ocean depths, lost forever.