Ezekiel 27:19 kjv
Dan also and Javan going to and fro occupied in thy fairs: bright iron, cassia, and calamus, were in thy market.
Ezekiel 27:19 nkjv
Dan and Javan paid for your wares, traversing back and forth. Wrought iron, cassia, and cane were among your merchandise.
Ezekiel 27:19 niv
and casks of wine from Izal in exchange for your wares: wrought iron, cassia and calamus.
Ezekiel 27:19 esv
and casks of wine from Uzal they exchanged for your wares; wrought iron, cassia, and calamus were bartered for your merchandise.
Ezekiel 27:19 nlt
Greeks from Uzal came to trade for your merchandise. Wrought iron, cassia, and fragrant calamus were bartered for your wares.
Ezekiel 27 19 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Ezekiel 27:2 | "Son of man, take up a lamentation for Tyre;" | Lamentation for Tyre |
| Genesis 10:15 | "Canaan also begot Sidon his firstborn, and Heth;" | Ancestry of Sidon |
| Isaiah 23:1 | "The burden against Tyre." | Judgment on Tyre |
| Jeremiah 25:22 | "And all the kings of Arabia, and all the kings of the mixture of nations which dwell in the desert;" | Kings and nations |
| Psalm 72:10 | "The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall bring presents;" | Tribute and offerings |
| Acts 21:3 | "...on the sea side, and dwelt among them. With whom he did nothing but that which he was commanded." | Paul's journey |
| Revelation 18:11 | "And the merchants of the earth shall weep and mourn over her; for no man buyeth their merchandise any more:" | Fall of commercial powers |
| Ezekiel 28:12 | "Son of man, wail for the king of Tyre, and say unto him..." | Lamentation for king of Tyre |
| Jeremiah 49:23 | "Damascus is confounded, for they have heard evil tidings:" | Judgment on Damascus |
| Ezekiel 27:12 | "Tarshish was thy merchant by reason of the multitude of all kind of rich goods; with silver, iron, tin, and lead, they traded for thy wares." | Tarshish's trade |
| Ezekiel 27:13 | "Javan, Tubal, and Meshech, they were thy merchants: they traded the persons of men and vessels of brass in thy market." | Other merchants and goods |
| Ezekiel 27:14 | "They of the house of Togarmah traded in thy fairs with horses, and horsemen and mules." | Togarmah's trade |
| Ezekiel 27:15 | "The men of Dedan were thy merchants; many isles were the merchandise of thine hand: they brought thee in return horns of ivory and ebony." | Dedan's trade |
| Ezekiel 27:16 | "Syria was thy merchant by reason of the multitude of the wares of thy making: they occupied in thy fairs with emeralds, purple, and broidered work, and fine linen, and coral, and agate." | Syria's trade |
| Ezekiel 27:17 | "Judah, and the land of Israel, they were thy merchants: they traded in thy market wheat of Minnith, and paste, and honey, and oil, and balm." | Judah and Israel's trade |
| Ezekiel 27:18 | "Damascus was thy merchant in the multitude of thy wares, for the wares of thy making: even for the wine of Helbon, and for white wool." | Damascus' trade |
| Ezekiel 27:20 | "Dedan was thy merchant in precious cloths for chariots." | Dedan's trade |
| Ezekiel 27:21 | "Arabia, and all the princes of Kedar, were the merchants of thy fair, in lambs, and rams, and in little lambs, in goats, in all these were thy merchants." | Arabia and Kedar's trade |
| Ezekiel 27:22 | "The merchants of Sheba and Raamah were thy merchants: they occupied in thy fairs; with chief of all spices, and with all precious stones, and coral;" | Sheba and Raamah's trade |
| Ezekiel 27:23 | "Haroun, and Chenan, and Eden, the merchants of Sheba, Asshur, and Chilmad were thy merchants." | Other merchants |
Ezekiel 27 verses
Ezekiel 27 19 Meaning
This verse describes Tyre's trade partners and the exotic goods they brought to its prosperous city. It highlights the vast reach of Tyre's commerce, indicating its extensive network of trade throughout the known world at that time.
Ezekiel 27 19 Context
Ezekiel 27 is a prophetic lamentation against the city of Tyre. The chapter details Tyre's immense wealth, its far-reaching trade network, and its pride, attributing its downfall to these very strengths. This specific verse lists several nations and their contributions to Tyre's commerce, painting a picture of a global marketplace centered in this Phoenician city. Historically, Tyre was a dominant maritime power in the ancient Near East, renowned for its seafaring abilities, trade, and luxurious goods.
Ezekiel 27 19 Word Analysis
- Hebrew word: וְדֶדָן (və·ḏê·ḏān)
- Transliteration: Vě-dědān
- Meaning: And Dedan
- Significance: Dedan, a descendant of Abraham, was involved in the Arabian trade routes.
- Phrase: וְסוֹחֲרַיִךְ בְּאֵפוֹדִים לַרְכֶבֶת (wə·sō·ḥă·ra·yiḵ’ bə·’ê·p̄ō·ḏîm laḇ·rə·ḵeḇ·)
- Meaning: and thy merchants with fine cloths for chariots.
- Word-by-word:
- וְ (wə): and
- סוֹחֲרַיִךְ (sō·ḥă·ra·yiḵ’): your merchants (feminine plural suffix indicating possession)
- בְּ (bə): with/in
- אֵפוֹדִים (’ê·p̄ō·ḏîm): This word usually refers to a priestly garment or an apron. However, in this context, it likely means fine woven cloths or possibly ornate cloths used for adornment or specialized purposes like chariots. It conveys quality and craft.
- לַרְכֶבֶת (laḇ·rə·ḵeḇ·): for chariots/riding. 'Rakev' refers to a chariot, or riding in general.
Ezekiel 27 19 Bonus Section
The inclusion of specific goods like "fine cloths for chariots" underscores Tyre's role in supplying specialized luxury items. Chariots were status symbols and instruments of warfare in the ancient world, implying that Dedan's contribution was valuable for both the display of wealth and military capability, both of which were elements of Tyre's power that would be judged.
Ezekiel 27 19 Commentary
Tyre's extensive trade is detailed, with Dedan supplying fine cloths specifically for the creation and decoration of chariots. This emphasizes Tyre's role not just as a hub for luxury goods but also for materials used in warfare and the prestige associated with military equipment. The mention of "fine cloths for chariots" signifies the intersection of luxury, craftsmanship, and military might, contributing to Tyre's perceived invincibility and ultimately its fall.