Ezekiel 26:13
Ezekiel 26:13 in Multiple Translations
So I will silence the sound of your songs, and the music of your lyres will no longer be heard.
And I will cause the noise of thy songs to cease; and the sound of thy harps shall be no more heard.
And I will cause the noise of thy songs to cease; and the sound of thy harps shall be no more heard.
I will put an end to the noise of your songs, and the sound of your instruments of music will be gone for ever.
This is how I'm going to put a stop to your singing. The music of your harps won't be heard any longer.
Thus will I cause the sounde of thy songs to cease, and the sound of thine harpes shall be no more heard.
And I have caused the noise of thy songs to cease, And the voice of thy harps is heard no more.
I will cause the noise of your songs to cease. The sound of your harps won’t be heard any more.
And I will cause the noise of thy songs to cease; and the sound of thy harps shall be no more heard.
And I will make the multitude of thy songs to cease, and the sound of thy harps shall be heard no more.
No longer will you sing noisy songs, and people will not play their harps any more.
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 26:13
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Ezekiel 26:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/הִשְׁבַּתִּ֖י
הֲמ֣וֹן
שִׁירָ֑יִ/ךְ
וְ/ק֣וֹל
כִּנּוֹרַ֔יִ/ךְ
לֹ֥א
יִשָּׁמַ֖ע
עֽוֹד
וְ/הִשְׁבַּתִּ֖י
shâbath
H7673
to cease
Conj | V-Hiphil-1cs
הֲמ֣וֹן
hâmôwn
H1995
crowd
N-ms
שִׁירָ֑יִ/ךְ
shîyr
H7892
song
N-cp | Suff
וְ/ק֣וֹל
qôwl
H6963
voice
Conj | N-ms
כִּנּוֹרַ֔יִ/ךְ
kinnôwr
H3658
lyre
N-mp | Suff
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יִשָּׁמַ֖ע
shâmaʻ
H8085
to hear
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
עֽוֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 26:13
וְ/הִשְׁבַּתִּ֖י
shâbath
H7673
"to cease"
Conj | V-Hiphil-1cs
To keep the Sabbath means to rest and stop working, as commanded by God in the book of Exodus. This Hebrew word is used to describe the act of observing the Sabbath day, and is an important part of Jewish tradition and worship.
Definition: 1) to cease, desist, rest 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cease 1a2) to rest, desist (from labour) 1b) (Niphal) to cease 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to cease, put an end to 1c2) to exterminate, destroy 1c3) to cause to desist from 1c4) to remove 1c5) to cause to fail
Usage: Occurs in 67 OT verses. KJV: (cause to, let, make to) cease, celebrate, cause (make) to fail, keep (sabbath), suffer to be lacking, leave, put away (down), (make to) rest, rid, still, take away. See also: Genesis 2:2; Isaiah 14:4; Psalms 8:3.
הֲמ֣וֹן
hâmôwn
H1995
"crowd"
N-ms
Being in a state of turmoil or having a lot of noise is what this Hebrew word means. It can also refer to a large crowd or abundance of something, like in the book of Proverbs where it describes a multitude of people.
Definition: 1) murmur, roar, crowd, abundance, tumult, sound 1a) sound, murmur, rush, roar 1b) tumult, confusion 1c) crowd, multitude 1d) great number, abundance 1e) abundance, wealth
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: abundance, company, many, multitude, multiply, noise, riches, rumbling, sounding, store, tumult. See also: Genesis 17:4; Isaiah 33:3; Psalms 37:16.
שִׁירָ֑יִ/ךְ
shîyr
H7892
"song"
N-cp | Suff
This word refers to a song or singing, and it is used in the Bible to describe musical expressions of praise and worship, like the songs of David in the book of Psalms. It can also be used to describe a specific song or ode.
Definition: 1) song 1a) lyric song 1b) religious song 1c) song of Levitical choirs Also means: shi.rah (שִׁירָה "song" H7892B)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: musical(-ick), [idiom] sing(-er, -ing), song. See also: Genesis 31:27; Psalms 76:1; Psalms 18:1.
וְ/ק֣וֹל
qôwl
H6963
"voice"
Conj | N-ms
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
כִּנּוֹרַ֔יִ/ךְ
kinnôwr
H3658
"lyre"
N-mp | Suff
Kinnor is a musical instrument, specifically a lyre or harp. It is used to make music and is mentioned in the Bible as a instrument used by musicians.
Definition: lyre, harp
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: harp. See also: Genesis 4:21; Job 21:12; Psalms 33:2.
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
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.
יִשָּׁמַ֖ע
shâmaʻ
H8085
"to hear"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.
Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound
Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.
עֽוֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
"still"
Adv
The word 'still' means something continues or happens again, like in Genesis 29:26 and Isaiah 2:11. It can also mean 'more' or 'additionally'.
Definition: subst 1) a going round, continuance adv 2) still, yet, again, besides 2a) still, yet (of continuance or persistence) 2b) still, yet, more (of addition or repetition) 2c) again 2d) still, moreover, besides Aramaic equivalent: od (עוֹד "still" H5751)
Usage: Occurs in 459 OT verses. KJV: again, [idiom] all life long, at all, besides, but, else, further(-more), henceforth, (any) longer, (any) more(-over), [idiom] once, since, (be) still, when, (good, the) while (having being), (as, because, whether, while) yet (within). See also: Genesis 4:25; Judges 9:37; 2 Chronicles 32:16.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 26:13
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- Context
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- Ezekiel 26:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 26:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 26:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:13
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 26:13
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:13
- Sermons on Ezekiel 26:13
Context — A Prophecy against Tyre
11The hooves of his horses will trample all your streets. He will slaughter your people with the sword, and your mighty pillars will fall to the ground.
12They will plunder your wealth and pillage your merchandise. They will demolish your walls, tear down your beautiful homes, and throw your stones and timber and soil into the water.
13So I will silence the sound of your songs, and the music of your lyres will no longer be heard.
14I will make you a bare rock, and you will become a place to spread the fishing nets. You will never be rebuilt, for I, the LORD, have spoken, declares the Lord GOD.’ 15This is what the Lord GOD says to Tyre: ‘Will not the coastlands quake at the sound of your downfall, when the wounded groan at the slaughter in your midst?Cross References
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| 1 | Jeremiah 7:34 | I will remove from the cities of Judah and the streets of Jerusalem the sounds of joy and gladness and the voices of the bride and bridegroom, for the land will become a wasteland.” |
| 2 | Isaiah 23:16 | “Take up your harp, stroll through the city, O forgotten harlot. Make sweet melody, sing many a song, so you will be remembered.” |
| 3 | Isaiah 14:11 | Your pomp has been brought down to Sheol, along with the music of your harps. Maggots are your bed and worms your blanket. |
| 4 | Isaiah 24:8–9 | The joyful tambourines have ceased; the noise of revelers has stopped; the joyful harp is silent. They no longer sing and drink wine; strong drink is bitter to those who consume it. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 25:10 | Moreover, I will banish from them the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom, the sound of the millstones, and the light of the lamp. |
| 6 | Jeremiah 16:9 | For this is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: I am going to remove from this place, before your very eyes and in your days, the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 28:13 | You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every kind of precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald. Your mountings and settings were crafted in gold, prepared on the day of your creation. |
| 8 | Isaiah 5:12 | At their feasts are the lyre and harp, tambourines and flutes and wine. They disregard the actions of the LORD and fail to see the work of His hands. |
| 9 | Amos 6:4–7 | You lie on beds inlaid with ivory, and lounge upon your couches. You dine on lambs from the flock and calves from the stall. You improvise songs on the harp like David and invent your own musical instruments. You drink wine by the bowlful and anoint yourselves with the finest oils, but you fail to grieve over the ruin of Joseph. Therefore, you will now go into exile as the first of the captives, and your feasting and lounging will come to an end. |
| 10 | Revelation 18:22–23 | And the sound of harpists and musicians, of flute players and trumpeters, will never ring out in you again. Nor will any craftsmen of any trade be found in you again, nor the sound of a millstone be heard in you again. The light of a lamp will never shine in you again, and the voices of a bride and bridegroom will never call out in you again. For your merchants were the great ones of the earth, because all the nations were deceived by your sorcery.” |
Ezekiel 26:13 Summary
This verse, Ezekiel 26:13, means that God is going to stop the happy music and celebrations in the city of Tyre, as a result of His judgment. This is because the city has become proud and sinful, and God wants to get their attention and bring them back to Himself, as seen in verses like Ezekiel 26:12. It's like when a parent takes away a child's toys or privileges to teach them a lesson - God is taking away the things that bring joy to the city, so they will listen to Him and turn back to Him, as described in Deuteronomy 30:2. By doing this, God is showing His love and care for the city, and calling them to repentance, as seen in Jeremiah 31:18-20.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to 'silence the sound of your songs' in Ezekiel 26:13?
This means that God will bring an end to the joyful and celebratory music of the city of Tyre, as a result of His judgment, similar to what is described in Revelation 18:22, where the sound of music is also silenced in a fallen city.
Why does God target the music and songs of Tyre in this verse?
God targets the music and songs because they are a key part of the city's culture and identity, and by silencing them, He is removing a source of pride and joy, as seen in Amos 6:5, where the prophet condemns the idle and indulgent songs of the wealthy.
Is this verse only referring to literal music, or is there a deeper meaning?
While the verse does refer to literal music, it also symbolizes the end of joy, celebration, and merriment in the city, as a result of God's judgment, similar to what is described in Isaiah 24:8, where the joy of the earth is turned to sorrow.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter, which describes the destruction of Tyre?
This verse is a part of the larger description of God's judgment on Tyre, and it highlights the complete devastation that the city will experience, including the loss of its cultural and artistic expressions, as seen in Ezekiel 26:12, where the city's wealth and merchandise are plundered.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I use music and celebration to mask or avoid the realities of God's judgment in my own life, and how can I be more mindful of this?
- How can I balance my appreciation for music and the arts with a deeper understanding of God's judgment and justice, as described in verses like Ezekiel 26:13?
- In what ways can I use my own talents and abilities to bring joy and celebration to others, while also being mindful of the potential for idolatry and self-indulgence, as warned against in 1 Corinthians 10:31?
- What are some ways that God has 'silenced the sound of songs' in my own life, and how have I responded to those experiences, in light of verses like Lamentations 5:14-15?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 26:13
And I will cause the noise of thy songs to cease,.... As this city abounded with riches, so with carnal mirth and pleasure; it was a "joyous city", Isaiah 23:7, the inhabitants lived merrily and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 26:13
And I will cause the noise of thy songs to cease; and the sound of thy harps shall be no more heard.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:13
A populus, wealthy, ancient, and much frequented city, in the midst of great security, no doubt, had all sorts of music, and loud music on the water especially, and songs to their music; but God will dash it all. The sound of thy harps: this particular music mentioned as one of the noblest, and most in request, but no more shall be heard in Tyre after it is taken by Nebuchadnezzar.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:13
Ezekiel 26:13 And I will cause the noise of thy songs to cease; and the sound of thy harps shall be no more heard.Ver. 13. And I will cause the noise of thy songs to cease.] The Tyrians were much addicted to music. Pleasure mongers shall suffer deeply, by pain of loss and pain of sense. And the sound of thy harp.] Qua tu, O Tyre, mercatrix quasi meretrix mercatores ad te pellicis, wherewith thou gettest custom.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:13
(13) I will cause.—Here God speaks of His own direct action, and declares that all these calamities are ordered by Him; and in this and the following verse the prophecy of Eze 26:4-5, is repeated that Tyre shall be utterly wasted and desolate, and never be rebuilt. In Ezekiel 26:15-21 the effect of the fall of Tyre upon other maritime people is set forth. It is to be remembered that these people were either her own colonies, or else in close commercial relations with her.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 26:13
7–14. Jehovah’s instrument in Tyre’s destruction, Nebuchadnezzar The description is graphic: the advance of the assailant with his great army (Ezekiel 26:7); the siege with the powerful train of engines (8, 9); the assault, and capture and sack of the city (10–12), which is left a joyless ruin, a naked rock in the midst of the sea, never again to be built (13, 14).
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:13
8-14. The description is startingly vivid, the outlying villages (“daughters”)suffer first, then the well-known “fort” and “mount” are erected, and under cover of “the buckler” (a barricade of
Sermons on Ezekiel 26:13
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What Is the Spirit Doing by Dennis Kinlaw | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on their life experiences and the perspective they have gained over the years. They emphasize the importance of memory as a valuable treasure a |
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(Basics) 72. God's Plan for Those Who Have Failed by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that God can take a person who has made a mess of their life and turn it into something glorious. He uses the stories of the prodigal son and |
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Satan Has Victims, but Jesus Is the Victor by Ken Pierpont | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the existence of a real enemy that Christians face. He emphasizes that sin is always present and waiting to tempt believers. The preacher use |
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Generations Remade by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan explores the theme of creation and the fall, emphasizing that everything God created was initially good, but something went wrong, leading to a state of formlessness |
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Setting Fire to Satan's Harvest - Part 1 by Carter Conlon | This sermon emphasizes the danger of allowing complaints and seeds of discontent to take root in our hearts, leading to a spirit of overwhelming negativity and rebellion against Go |
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Rock Seminar by John Musser | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the power of music, particularly rock music, as a tool of indoctrination. He argues that Satan has devised a beat that is appealing to young |
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The Significance of the Death of Christ by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the profound significance of Christ's death, illustrating how it addresses the essence of sin, which is independence from God. He explains that this ind |