Ezekiel 28:4 Meaning and Explanation
“With thy wisdom and with thine understanding thou hast gotten thee riches, and hast gotten gold and silver into thy treasures:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The prince accumulated great wealth through his intelligence and business acumen.
The Context of Ezekiel 28:4
Documentation of how the prince's pride was built on legitimate wealth and success.
What Does Ezekiel 28:4 Mean?
Tyre's economy rested on maritime trade and commerce, and its rulers leveraged intelligence and strategic thinking to accumulate treasure. The prince's success in acquiring gold and silver reflects real achievement and shrewd economic management.
God acknowledges the legitimate source of his wealth—his own wisdom and understanding applied to trade and business. This demonstrates that his abilities were genuine, not imaginary, making his subsequent idolatry more inexcusable.
Ezekiel 28:4 in the Original Language
rechush (רְכוּשׁ), 'riches' or 'property' — accumulated goods and material possessions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 28:4
What does Ezekiel 28:4 mean?
The prince accumulated great wealth through his intelligence and business acumen.
What is the context of Ezekiel 28:4?
Documentation of how the prince's pride was built on legitimate wealth and success.