Ezekiel 29:4 Meaning and Explanation
“But I will put hooks in thy jaws, and I will cause the fish of thy rivers to stick unto thy scales, and I will bring thee up out of the midst of thy rivers, and all the fish of thy rivers shall stick unto thy scales.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Ezekiel 29:4
God describes Pharaoh's capture and exposure in concrete, degrading terms.
What Does Ezekiel 29:4 Mean?
The image of hooks in jaws is both humbling and graphic—the mighty dragon treated as a captured creature. Being dragged out of the rivers strips Pharaoh of his natural habitat and protection, leaving him exposed and powerless.
Fish clinging to his scales depicts humiliation and the reversal of roles: the water, which once sustained Egypt's greatness, becomes the instrument of his degradation. This vivid metaphor shows judgment as both personal and absolute.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 29:4
What does Ezekiel 29:4 mean?
God will capture Pharaoh like a hooked beast and drag him from the waters.
What is the context of Ezekiel 29:4?
God describes Pharaoh's capture and exposure in concrete, degrading terms.