Ezekiel 17:10
Ezekiel 17:10 in Multiple Translations
Even if it is transplanted, will it flourish? Will it not completely wither when the east wind strikes? It will wither on the bed where it sprouted.’”
Yea, behold, being planted, shall it prosper? shall it not utterly wither, when the east wind toucheth it? it shall wither in the furrows where it grew.
Yea, behold, being planted, shall it prosper? shall it not utterly wither, when the east wind toucheth it? it shall wither in the beds where it grew.
And if it is planted will it do well? will it not become quite dry at the touch of the east wind, drying up in the bed where it was planted?
Even if it's transplanted, is it going to survive? Won't it wither up completely when the east wind blows? In fact, it will wither right where it was planted.’”
Beholde, it was planted: but shall it prosper? shall it not be dried vp, and wither? when the East winde shall touch it, it shall wither in the trenches, where it grewe.
And lo, the planted thing — doth it prosper? When come against it doth the east wind, Doth it not utterly wither? On the furrows of its springing it withereth.'
Yes, behold, being planted, will it prosper? Won’t it utterly wither when the east wind touches it? It will wither in the ground where it grew.”’”
Yes, behold, being planted, shall it prosper? shall it not utterly wither, when the east wind toucheth it? it shall wither in the furrows where it grew.
Behold, it is planted: shall it prosper then? shall it not be dried up when the burning wind shall touch it, and shall it not wither in the furrows where it grew?
Even if that vine is transplanted, it certainly will not continue to grow [RHQ]. When the hot wind from the east blows against it, it will completely wither, there where it was planted! [RHQ]’ ”
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 17:10
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Ezekiel 17:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וְ/הִנֵּ֥ה
שְׁתוּלָ֖ה
הֲ/תִצְלָ֑ח
הֲ/לוֹא֩
כְ/גַ֨עַת
בָּ֜/הּ
ר֤וּחַ
הַ/קָּדִים֙
תִּיבַ֣שׁ
יָבֹ֔שׁ
עַל
עֲרֻגֹ֥ת
צִמְחָ֖/הּ
תִּיבָֽשׁ
וְ/הִנֵּ֥ה
hinnêh
H2009
behold
Conj | Part
שְׁתוּלָ֖ה
shâthal
H8362
to transplant
V-Qal-Inf-c
הֲ/תִצְלָ֑ח
tsâlach
H6743
to rush
Part | V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
הֲ/לוֹא֩
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part | Part
כְ/גַ֨עַת
nâgaʻ
H5060
to touch
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
בָּ֜/הּ
Prep | Suff
ר֤וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
spirit
N-cs
הַ/קָּדִים֙
qâdîym
H6921
east
Art | N-ms
תִּיבַ֣שׁ
yâbêsh
H3001
to wither
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
יָבֹ֔שׁ
yâbêsh
H3001
to wither
V-Qal-Ptc
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
עֲרֻגֹ֥ת
ʻărûwgâh
H6170
bed
N-fp
צִמְחָ֖/הּ
tsemach
H6780
branch
N-ms | Suff
תִּיבָֽשׁ
yâbêsh
H3001
to wither
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 17:10
וְ/הִנֵּ֥ה
hinnêh
H2009
"behold"
Conj | Part
This Hebrew word is an expression that means 'behold' or 'look', often used to draw attention to something. It appears in Genesis and Isaiah, and is translated as 'behold' or 'lo' in the KJV.
Definition: behold, lo, see, if
Usage: Occurs in 799 OT verses. KJV: behold, lo, see. See also: Genesis 1:29; Genesis 42:35; Deuteronomy 19:18.
שְׁתוּלָ֖ה
shâthal
H8362
"to transplant"
V-Qal-Inf-c
The Hebrew word for transplanting, which involves moving a plant from one location to another. In biblical contexts, it is used to describe the act of planting or transplanting trees, vines, or other vegetation. This term appears in various agricultural and horticultural passages.
Definition: (Qal) to plant, transplant
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: plant. See also: Psalms 1:3; Ezekiel 17:22; Psalms 92:14.
הֲ/תִצְלָ֑ח
tsâlach
H6743
"to rush"
Part | V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
To prosper or succeed, as seen in the story of Joseph in Genesis, who rose to power in Egypt. This Hebrew word means to push forward and make progress. It is used to describe success and prosperity.
Definition: (Qal) to rush
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: break out, come (mightily), go over, be good, be meet, be profitable, (cause to, effect, make to, send) prosper(-ity, -ous, -ously). See also: Genesis 24:21; 2 Chronicles 26:5; Psalms 1:3.
הֲ/לוֹא֩
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
כְ/גַ֨עַת
nâgaʻ
H5060
"to touch"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to touch or reach something, and can also mean to strike or defeat someone. It is used in Exodus to describe God's power and in Psalms to describe human emotions. The word has various translations, including beat, bring, and plague.
Definition: 1) to touch, reach, strike 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to touch 1a2) to strike 1a3) to reach, extend to 1a4) to be stricken 1a4a) stricken (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be stricken, be defeated 1c) (Piel) to strike 1d) (Pual) to be stricken (by disease) 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to touch, reach, approach, arrive 1e1) to cause to touch, apply 1e2) to reach, extend, attain, arrive, come 1e3) to approach (of time) 1e4) to befall (of fate)
Usage: Occurs in 142 OT verses. KJV: beat, ([idiom] be able to) bring (down), cast, come (nigh), draw near (nigh), get up, happen, join, near, plague, reach (up), smite, strike, touch. See also: Genesis 3:3; 2 Chronicles 3:12; Psalms 32:6.
בָּ֜/הּ
""
Prep | Suff
ר֤וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
"spirit"
N-cs
In the Bible, this word for spirit refers to the breath of life, the wind, or a person's mind and emotions, as seen in the book of Ezekiel.
Definition: : spirit 1) wind, breath, mind, spirit 1a) breath 1b) wind 1b1) of heaven 1b2) quarter (of wind), side 1b3) breath of air 1b4) air, gas 1b5) vain, empty thing 1c) spirit (as that which breathes quickly in animation or agitation) 1c1) spirit, animation, vivacity, vigour 1c2) courage 1c3) temper, anger 1c4) impatience, patience 1c5) spirit, disposition (as troubled, bitter, discontented) 1c6) disposition (of various kinds), unaccountable or uncontrollable impulse 1c7) prophetic spirit 1d) spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals) 1d1) as gift, preserved by God, God's spirit, departing at death, disembodied being 1e) spirit (as seat of emotion) 1e1) desire 1e2) sorrow, trouble 1f) spirit 1f1) as seat or organ of mental acts 1f2) rarely of the will 1f3) as seat especially of moral character 1g) Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit, coequal, coeternal with the Father and the Son 1g1) as inspiring ecstatic state of prophecy 1g2) as impelling prophet to utter instruction or warning 1g3) imparting warlike energy and executive and administrative power 1g4) as endowing men with various gifts 1g5) as energy of life 1g6) as manifest in the Shekinah glory 1g7) never referred to as a depersonalised force
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). See also: Genesis 1:2; Job 6:26; Psalms 1:4.
הַ/קָּדִים֙
qâdîym
H6921
"east"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this word means the direction east or the east wind, often used to describe geographical locations or the direction of the wind.
Definition: 1) east, east wind 1a) east (of direction) 1b) east wind
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: east(-ward, wind). See also: Genesis 41:6; Ezekiel 43:17; Psalms 48:8.
תִּיבַ֣שׁ
yâbêsh
H3001
"to wither"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
This Hebrew word means to wither or dry up, like a plant without water. It can also mean to be ashamed or disappointed. The Bible uses it to describe things that have lost their freshness or vitality.
Definition: 1) to make dry, wither, be dry, become dry, be dried up, be withered 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be dry, be dried up, be without moisture 1a2) to be dried up 1b) (Piel) to make dry, dry up 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to dry up, make dry 1c1a) to dry up (water) 1c1b) to make dry, wither 1c1c) to exhibit dryness
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: be ashamed, clean, be confounded, (make) dry (up), (do) shame(-fully), [idiom] utterly, wither (away). See also: Genesis 8:7; Jeremiah 6:15; Psalms 22:16.
יָבֹ֔שׁ
yâbêsh
H3001
"to wither"
V-Qal-Ptc
This Hebrew word means to wither or dry up, like a plant without water. It can also mean to be ashamed or disappointed. The Bible uses it to describe things that have lost their freshness or vitality.
Definition: 1) to make dry, wither, be dry, become dry, be dried up, be withered 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be dry, be dried up, be without moisture 1a2) to be dried up 1b) (Piel) to make dry, dry up 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to dry up, make dry 1c1a) to dry up (water) 1c1b) to make dry, wither 1c1c) to exhibit dryness
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: be ashamed, clean, be confounded, (make) dry (up), (do) shame(-fully), [idiom] utterly, wither (away). See also: Genesis 8:7; Jeremiah 6:15; Psalms 22:16.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
עֲרֻגֹ֥ת
ʻărûwgâh
H6170
"bed"
N-fp
The Hebrew word for a garden bed or terrace, often translated as 'bed' or 'furrow', refers to a raised area of land used for planting. It appears in Deuteronomy 22:9 and 1 Samuel 19:13. This word describes a specific type of garden feature.
Definition: garden terrace or bed
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: bed, furrow. See also: Song of Solomon 5:13; Ezekiel 17:7; Ezekiel 17:10.
צִמְחָ֖/הּ
tsemach
H6780
"branch"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to a sprout or branch, often used to describe growth or new life, like a sprouting plant. It can also symbolize the Messiah, as in a branch from the Davidic tree. The KJV translates it as branch, bud, or spring.
Definition: 1) sprout, growth, branch 1a) sprouting, growth, sprout 1b) growth (of process) 1c) sprout, shoot (of Messiah from Davidic tree)
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: branch, bud, that which (where) grew (upon), spring(-ing). See also: Genesis 19:25; Ezekiel 16:7; Psalms 65:11.
תִּיבָֽשׁ
yâbêsh
H3001
"to wither"
V-Qal-Imperf-3fs
This Hebrew word means to wither or dry up, like a plant without water. It can also mean to be ashamed or disappointed. The Bible uses it to describe things that have lost their freshness or vitality.
Definition: 1) to make dry, wither, be dry, become dry, be dried up, be withered 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be dry, be dried up, be without moisture 1a2) to be dried up 1b) (Piel) to make dry, dry up 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to dry up, make dry 1c1a) to dry up (water) 1c1b) to make dry, wither 1c1c) to exhibit dryness
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: be ashamed, clean, be confounded, (make) dry (up), (do) shame(-fully), [idiom] utterly, wither (away). See also: Genesis 8:7; Jeremiah 6:15; Psalms 22:16.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 17:10
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- Context
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- Ezekiel 17:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 17:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 17:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 17:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 17:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 17:10
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 17:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 17:10
- Sermons on Ezekiel 17:10
Context — The Parable of Two Eagles and a Vine
8It had been planted in good soil by abundant waters in order to yield branches and bear fruit and become a splendid vine.’
9So you are to tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Will it flourish? Will it not be uprooted and stripped of its fruit so that it shrivels? All its foliage will wither! It will not take a strong arm or many people to pull it up by its roots.
10Even if it is transplanted, will it flourish? Will it not completely wither when the east wind strikes? It will wither on the bed where it sprouted.’”
11Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 12“Now say to this rebellious house: ‘Do you not know what these things mean?’ Tell them, ‘Behold, the king of Babylon came to Jerusalem, carried off its king and officials, and brought them back with him to Babylon.Cross References
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| 1 | Hosea 13:15 | Although he flourishes among his brothers, an east wind will come— a wind from the LORD rising up from the desert. His fountain will fail, and his spring will run dry. The wind will plunder his treasury of every precious article. |
| 2 | John 15:6 | If anyone does not remain in Me, he is like a branch that is thrown away and withers. Such branches are gathered up, thrown into the fire, and burned. |
| 3 | Matthew 21:19 | Seeing a fig tree by the road, He went up to it but found nothing on it except leaves. “May you never bear fruit again!” He said. And immediately the tree withered. |
| 4 | Hosea 12:1 | Ephraim chases the wind and pursues the east wind all day long; he multiplies lies and violence; he makes a covenant with Assyria and sends olive oil to Egypt. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 19:12–14 | But it was uprooted in fury, cast down to the ground, and the east wind dried up its fruit. Its strong branches were stripped off and they withered; the fire consumed them. Now it is planted in the wilderness, in a dry and thirsty land. Fire has gone out from its main branch and devoured its fruit; on it no strong branch remains fit for a ruler’s scepter.’ This is a lament and shall be used as a lament.” |
| 6 | Mark 11:20 | As they were walking back in the morning, they saw the fig tree withered from its roots. |
| 7 | Jude 1:12 | These men are hidden reefs in your love feasts, shamelessly feasting with you but shepherding only themselves. They are clouds without water, carried along by the wind; fruitless trees in autumn, twice dead after being uprooted. |
Ezekiel 17:10 Summary
The verse Ezekiel 17:10 teaches us that even if we try to change our circumstances or surroundings, we will still wither and die if we are not rooted in a right relationship with God. This is similar to what we see in Ezekiel 17:9, where the vine withers due to God's judgment. Just like a plant needs water and sunlight to grow, we need God's presence and guidance in our lives to truly flourish (as seen in Psalm 1:3). If we are not connected to God, we will wither and die, no matter where we are or what we do.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 'east wind' in Ezekiel 17:10 symbolize?
The 'east wind' in Ezekiel 17:10 likely represents God's judgment or discipline, as seen in other passages like Isaiah 27:8, where the east wind is associated with God's wrath.
Why does the vine wither 'on the bed where it sprouted'?
The vine withering 'on the bed where it sprouted' in Ezekiel 17:10 suggests that even in its original or native environment, the vine is unable to thrive due to God's judgment, much like the withering of the vine in Ezekiel 17:9.
Is the vine in Ezekiel 17:10 a symbol of Israel or another nation?
Although the vine in Ezekiel 17:10 is not explicitly identified as Israel, the context of the chapter suggests that it may represent the kingdom of Judah, which is being warned of God's impending judgment, as seen in Ezekiel 17:12.
How does Ezekiel 17:10 relate to the concept of spiritual growth?
Ezekiel 17:10 implies that true spiritual growth and flourishing can only occur when one is rooted in a right relationship with God, as seen in Psalm 1:3, where the righteous person is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding fruit in season.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I may be like the vine in Ezekiel 17:10, struggling to flourish due to my own sin or disobedience?
- How can I ensure that my spiritual roots are deep and strong, allowing me to withstand the 'east wind' of God's discipline or adversity?
- In what ways can I apply the lesson of Ezekiel 17:10 to my own life, recognizing that true growth and flourishing come from God alone?
- What are some potential 'east winds' in my life that could cause me to wither spiritually, and how can I prepare myself to withstand them?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 17:10
Yea, behold, [being] planted,.... Supposing it ever so well planted, as first by Nebuchadnezzar; and still put into a better condition by the assistance of the king of Egypt, as was imagined: shall it prosper?
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 17:10
Yea, behold, being planted, shall it prosper? shall it not utterly wither, when the east wind toucheth it? it shall wither in the furrows where it grew. Yea, behold, being planted, shall it prosper? - i:e., though planted.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 17:10
Nay, suppose this contrivance were successful, suppose this vine were planted by the help of Egypt, could it possibly prosper? No, no. When the east wind; when the king of Babylon, which like the blasting wind conms from the north-east, shall but touch it, it will utterly wither. In the furrows; even amidst its greatest and best helps to make it flourish. This discontent, ingratitude, and treachery will occasion the utter ruin of this people.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 17:10
Ezekiel 17:10 Yea, behold, [being] planted, shall it prosper? shall it not utterly wither, when the east wind toucheth it? it shall wither in the furrows where it grew.Ver. 10. Shall it not utterly wither?] As Jonah’ s gourd did when smitten with a worm; as Phocas’ s wall came down with a witness, because built upon mines of gunpowder - sin lay at the bottom, as one told him - which, being once fired, would blow up all. When the east wind toucheth it.] Which is very hurtful to vines, saith, Columella. As all creatures, so the winds are God’ s agents; as to purge the air - Rupertus calleth them the besoms of the air - and to refresh men’ s spirits, so to execute many of God’ s judgments upon his rebels, as here. Aliorum perditio nostra sit cautio; Let other men’ s destruction be our instruction. It shall wither in the furrows where it grew,] i.e., In Egypt, where it rained not, but was all watered by furrows drawn from Nile, to run into all their fields. Here this vine should thrive, one would think, if anywhere - viz., in moist and fat furrows but it could not, because blasted by God’ s curse.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 17:10
Verse 10. Shall - utterly whither] The regal government shall be no more restored. Zedekiah shall be the last king, and the monarchy shall finally terminate with him.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 17:10
10. Destruction under another figure, that of the east wind, before which vegetation crumbles into dust. Cf. ch. Ezekiel 19:12; Hosea 13:15; Isaiah 27:8; Isaiah 40:7; Job 27:21.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 17:10
10. When the east wind toucheth it — After having been pulled up it shall not take root again, but shall wither where it falls (xix, 12). “Its destruction shall come from the quarter where it derived its origin.” — Skinner.
Sermons on Ezekiel 17:10
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Bearing Fruit by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of maintaining communion with the Lord in order to glorify Him and bear fruit. He warns against filling our minds with worldl |
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Grafted in Christ by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher uses the analogy of a vine and its branches to explain the relationship between believers and Jesus. He emphasizes that just as a vineyard owner prunes |
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"Ministry of Jesus to Troubled disciples." Ch. 14 (Keswick Convention 1973) by Eric J. Alexander | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of resting on the wisdom, word, and work of God. He highlights that our faith and confidence should be specific and grounded |
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Die Feinde Des Evangeliums Sollen Abgeschnitten Werden (German) by Richard Wurmbrand | In this sermon, a young man shares his personal testimony of being freed from prison and his desire for forgiveness from his father. He believes that if he sees white bags hanging |
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(Fury of Fire) 09 - Close to Being Cursed by Milton Green | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the parable of the wheat and the tares from Matthew 13. He explains that the good seed represents the sons of the kingdom, while the tears re |
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The Saint's Horror at the Sinner's Hell by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing the gathering of sinners and the consequences they face. He uses the example of the rebellion of Korah and his followers, who were |
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(John 15 #1) I Am the True Vine by Ed Miller | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the statement made by Jesus, "I am the true vine." He emphasizes that even though the disciples had been familiar with the concept of the vi |