Ezekiel 26:18
Ezekiel 26:18 in Multiple Translations
Now the coastlands tremble on the day of your downfall; the islands in the sea are dismayed by your demise.”’
Now shall the isles tremble in the day of thy fall; yea, the isles that are in the sea shall be troubled at thy departure.
Now shall the isles tremble in the day of thy fall; yea, the isles that are in the sea shall be dismayed at thy departure.
Now the sea-lands will be shaking in the day of your fall; and all the ships on the sea will be overcome with fear at your going.
Now the people of the coastlands tremble at your defeat, while those in the islands of the sea are horrified at your downfall.’
Nowe shall the yles be astonished in the day of thy fall: yea, the yles that are in the sea, shall be troubled at thy departure.
Now they tremble, is it not the day of thy fall? Troubled have been the isles that [are] in the sea, at thine outgoing.
Now the islands will tremble in the day of your fall. Yes, the islands that are in the sea will be dismayed at your departure.’
Now shall the isles tremble in the day of thy fall; yes, the isles that are in the sea shall be disturbed at thy departure.
Now shall the ships be astonished in the day of thy terror: and the islands in the sea shall be troubled because no one cometh out of thee.
Now on the day when that city is destroyed, it is as though the people in the areas along the coast tremble and the the people on the islands in the sea are terrified because of that city being ruined.”’
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 26:18
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Ezekiel 26:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
עַתָּה֙
יֶחְרְד֣וּ
הָֽ/אִיִּ֔ן
י֖וֹם
מַפַּלְתֵּ֑/ךְ
וְ/נִבְהֲל֛וּ
הָ/אִיִּ֥ים
אֲשֶׁר
בַּ/יָּ֖ם
מִ/צֵּאתֵֽ/ךְ
עַתָּה֙
ʻattâh
H6258
now
Adv
יֶחְרְד֣וּ
chârad
H2729
to tremble
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
הָֽ/אִיִּ֔ן
ʼîy
H339
coastland
Art | N-mp
י֖וֹם
yôwm
H3117
day
N-ms
מַפַּלְתֵּ֑/ךְ
mappeleth
H4658
carcass
N-fs | Suff
וְ/נִבְהֲל֛וּ
bâhal
H926
to dismay
Conj | V-Niphal-3cp
הָ/אִיִּ֥ים
ʼîy
H339
coastland
Art | N-mp
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
בַּ/יָּ֖ם
yâm
H3220
West
Prep | N-ms
מִ/צֵּאתֵֽ/ךְ
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 26:18
עַתָּה֙
ʻattâh
H6258
"now"
Adv
This word means now or at this time, like in Exodus when God says now is the time to act. It can also be used to connect ideas or show a change in time, as seen in the book of Isaiah.
Definition: 1) now 1a) now 1b) in phrases
Usage: Occurs in 422 OT verses. KJV: henceforth, now, straightway, this time, whereas. See also: Genesis 3:22; Joshua 24:23; 2 Samuel 24:13.
יֶחְרְד֣וּ
chârad
H2729
"to tremble"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to tremble with fear or anxiety, like when the Israelites trembled at Mount Sinai. It can also mean to hasten or be careful. In the Bible, it appears in Exodus and other books.
Definition: 1) to tremble, quake, move about, be afraid, be startled, be terrified 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to tremble, quake (of a mountain) 1a2) to tremble (of people) 1a3) to be anxiously careful 1a4) to go or come trembling (with prep) 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to tremble 1b2) to drive in terror, rout (an army)
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: be (make) afraid, be careful, discomfit, fray (away), quake, tremble. See also: Genesis 27:33; Isaiah 17:2; Isaiah 10:29.
הָֽ/אִיִּ֔ן
ʼîy
H339
"coastland"
Art | N-mp
This word refers to a habitable spot, such as a coast, island, or dry land. It is used to describe desirable places in the Bible, like a country or region.
Definition: coast, island, shore, region
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: country, isle, island. See also: Genesis 10:5; Isaiah 51:5; Psalms 72:10.
י֖וֹם
yôwm
H3117
"day"
N-ms
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
מַפַּלְתֵּ֑/ךְ
mappeleth
H4658
"carcass"
N-fs | Suff
This word can mean a carcass or a ruin, often referring to the aftermath of a disaster. In the Bible, it is used to describe the fall of a city or a person. The prophet Ezekiel wrote about the ruin of Jerusalem.
Definition: 1) carcass, ruin, overthrow 1a) carcass 1b) ruin, overthrow
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: carcase, fall, ruin. See also: Judges 14:8; Ezekiel 27:27; Proverbs 29:16.
וְ/נִבְהֲל֛וּ
bâhal
H926
"to dismay"
Conj | V-Niphal-3cp
This verb means to be alarmed or agitated, often suddenly. It's used in the Bible to describe people's reactions to frightening events, like battles or natural disasters. It can also mean to hurry or act hastily.
Definition: 1) to disturb, alarm, terrify, hurry, be disturbed, be anxious, be afraid, be hurried, be nervous 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be disturbed, dismayed, terrified, anxious 1a2) to be in haste, be hasty 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to make haste, act hastily, be hurried, be hastened 1b2) to dismay, terrify 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to hasten 1c2) hastened, hastily gained (part.) 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to hasten, hurry, make haste 1d2) to dismay, terrify
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: be (make) affrighted (afraid, amazed, dismayed, rash), (be, get, make) haste(-n, -y, -ily), (give) speedy(-ily), thrust out, trouble, vex. See also: Genesis 45:3; Psalms 6:4; Psalms 2:5.
הָ/אִיִּ֥ים
ʼîy
H339
"coastland"
Art | N-mp
This word refers to a habitable spot, such as a coast, island, or dry land. It is used to describe desirable places in the Bible, like a country or region.
Definition: coast, island, shore, region
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: country, isle, island. See also: Genesis 10:5; Isaiah 51:5; Psalms 72:10.
אֲשֶׁר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
בַּ/יָּ֖ם
yâm
H3220
"West"
Prep | N-ms
Refers to a large body of water like the Mediterranean Sea or a sea in general, sometimes specifically the west or seaward direction.
Definition: This name means sea, seaward, westward Another name of eph.ron (עֶפְרוֹן "(Mount )Ephron" H6085H)
Usage: Occurs in 339 OT verses. KJV: sea ([idiom] -faring man, (-shore)), south, west (-ern, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 1:10; Joshua 17:10; Psalms 8:9.
מִ/צֵּאתֵֽ/ךְ
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 26:18
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- Context
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- Ezekiel 26:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 26:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 26:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:18
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:18
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 26:18
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:18
Context — A Prophecy against Tyre
16All the princes of the sea will descend from their thrones, remove their robes, and strip off their embroidered garments. Clothed with terror, they will sit on the ground, trembling every moment, appalled over you.
17Then they will lament for you, saying, “How you have perished, O city of renown inhabited by seafaring men— she who was powerful on the sea, along with her people, who imposed terror on all peoples!
18Now the coastlands tremble on the day of your downfall; the islands in the sea are dismayed by your demise.”’
19For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘When I make you a desolate city like other deserted cities, and when I raise up the deep against you so that the mighty waters cover you, 20then I will bring you down with those who descend to the Pit, to the people of antiquity. I will make you dwell in the earth below like the ancient ruins, with those who descend to the Pit, so that you will no longer be inhabited or set in splendor in the land of the living.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezekiel 26:15 | This 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? |
| 2 | Isaiah 23:5–7 | When the report reaches Egypt, they will writhe in agony over the news of Tyre. Cross over to Tarshish; wail, O inhabitants of the coastland! Is this your jubilant city, whose origin is from antiquity, whose feet have taken her to settle far away? |
| 3 | Ezekiel 27:35 | All the people of the coastlands are appalled over you. Their kings shudder with fear; their faces are contorted. |
| 4 | Isaiah 41:5 | The islands see and fear; the ends of the earth tremble. They approach and come forward. |
| 5 | Isaiah 23:10–12 | Cultivate your land like the Nile, O Daughter of Tarshish; there is no longer a harbor. The LORD has stretched out His hand over the sea; He has made kingdoms tremble. He has given a command that the strongholds of Canaan be destroyed. He said, “You shall rejoice no more, O oppressed Virgin Daughter of Sidon. Get up and cross over to Cyprus— even there you will find no rest.” |
| 6 | Ezekiel 27:28–30 | The countryside will shake when your sailors cry out. All who handle the oars will abandon their ships. The sailors and all the captains of the sea will stand on the shore. They will raise their voices for you and cry out bitterly. They will throw dust on their heads and roll in ashes. |
Ezekiel 26:18 Summary
[Ezekiel 26:18 is saying that when the city of Tyre falls, the surrounding coastal regions will be shocked and afraid, because Tyre was a powerful and influential city, as seen in Ezekiel 26:17. This verse is reminding us that God is in control of all human events, and that His judgment can come suddenly and unexpectedly, like a stormy sea (Psalm 107:23-27). We can apply this lesson to our own lives by recognizing the fleeting nature of human power and the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty. By doing so, we can find peace and stability, even in the midst of turmoil and uncertainty, knowing that God is our rock and refuge (Psalm 46:1-3).]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the phrase 'coastlands tremble' mean in Ezekiel 26:18?
This phrase refers to the fear and instability that will spread to the surrounding coastal regions when the city of Tyre falls, as prophesied by God through Ezekiel, similar to the fear that spread to other nations when Babylon fell, as seen in Isaiah 13:6-8
How does the downfall of Tyre affect the islands in the sea?
The islands in the sea are dismayed by the demise of Tyre, indicating that the city's influence and power were far-reaching, and its fall would have a significant impact on the surrounding regions, much like the impact of a great tree falling, as described in Ezekiel 31:16
Is this verse talking about a literal earthquake or a figurative one?
While the language used in Ezekiel 26:18 is dramatic, it is likely figurative, describing the shock and fear that will spread when Tyre falls, rather than a literal earthquake, similar to the way that God's judgment on Babylon is described in Jeremiah 51:29
What is the significance of the timing of the coastlands' trembling, 'on the day of your downfall'?
The phrase 'on the day of your downfall' emphasizes that the fear and instability will occur immediately, as a direct result of Tyre's fall, highlighting the sudden and profound impact of God's judgment, as seen in Ezekiel 26:15-16
Reflection Questions
- How can I apply the lesson of Tyre's downfall to my own life, in terms of recognizing the fleeting nature of human power and the certainty of God's judgment?
- What are some ways that I can 'tremble' or show reverence before God, recognizing His power and authority in my life?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty, even when I see powerful nations or institutions rising and falling, knowing that He is the one who ultimately controls the course of human events, as seen in Daniel 4:17?
- What are some 'islands' in my life that may be affected by the 'downfall' of my own sinful habits or strongholds, and how can I seek God's help in overcoming them?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 26:18
Now shall the isles tremble in the day of thy fall,.... The isles near unto it, the isles of the Mediterranean sea; the inhabitants of them, the merchants who from thence traded with Tyre, the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 26:18
Thus saith the Lord GOD to Tyrus; Shall not the isles shake at the sound of thy fall, when the wounded cry, when the slaughter is made in the midst of thee? Shall not the isles shake at the sound of thy fall?
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:18
The isles; or ships; so it might be rendered; whether one or other, it is the fixing for the men, as isles for islanders, or ships for mariners. Tremble in the day of thy fall; apprehending that nothing can stand if Tyre fall, and that they are in danger too. In the sea; at great distance, and farther from land. Troubled; grieved and perplexed. At thy departure; leaving thy ancient dwelling, which from eldest ages thy people had enjoyed with liberty, to go into captivity.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:18
Ezekiel 26:18 Now shall the isles tremble in the day of thy fall; yea, the isles that [are] in the sea shall be troubled at thy departure.Ver. 18. Now shall the isles tremble.] And seeing thy shipwreck, they shall look better to their tackling. Alterius perditio tua sit cautio. At thy departure.] Into captivity. Or, Tuus exitus, hoc est, tuum exitium. Isidor.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:18
(18) The isles tremble.—“Isles” here, as elsewhere, includes coasts. It must be remembered how numerous the colonies of Phœnicia were. They had been established in Cyprus. Rhodes, Malta, Spain, Sicily, Sardinia, the Balearic Islands, and Africa. In some of these there were several colonies, as Utica and Carthage in Africa, Gades (Cadiz), Kalpe (Gibraltar), and Malaka (Malaga) in Spain. All of these looked up to Tyre as their mother-city, and received from her their high priests. Even Carthage, the greatest of them, sent yearly presents to the Tyrian Hercules.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 26:18
18. And the isles shall be terrified—at the day of thy fall. Ezekiel 26:18 can hardly refer to the memory of Tyre’s fall, but to the fall itself, Ezekiel 27:27 (Ezekiel 32:10), which being represented as future, is unsuitable to the dirge in the mouth of the princes. The verse hardly belongs to the dirge but forms the transition to the next strophe, Ezekiel 26:19-21. In the phrase “all her inhabitants” it seems necessary with A.V. (Ew.) to refer “her” to the sea, or with Corn. to alter the pronoun in order to gain this sense.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 26:18
18. Troubled — They mourn her downfall, either because she had not been oppressive in her commercial policy (Plumptre) or, more probably, because they feared a similar fate.