Ezekiel 32:20
Ezekiel 32:20 in Multiple Translations
They will fall among those slain by the sword. The sword is appointed! Let them drag her away along with all her multitudes.
They shall fall in the midst of them that are slain by the sword: she is delivered to the sword: draw her and all her multitudes.
They shall fall in the midst of them that are slain by the sword: she is delivered to the sword; draw her away and all her multitudes.
Among those who have been put to the sword: they will give a resting-place with them to all their people.
They will lie among those killed by the sword. A sword is ready to kill all the many people of Egypt.
They shall fall in the middes of them that are slaine by the sword: shee is deliuered to the sword: draw her downe, and all her multitude.
In the midst of the pierced of the sword they fall, [To] the sword she hath been given, They drew her out, and all her multitude.
They will fall among those who are slain by the sword. She is delivered to the sword. Draw her away with all her multitudes.
They shall fall in the midst of them that are slain by the sword: she is delivered to the sword: draw her and all her multitudes.
They shall fall in the midst of them that are slain with the sword: the sword is given, they have drawn her down, and all her people.
Your enemies will pull out their swords and kill many of you. A huge number of the people of Egypt who remain will be dragged away.
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 32:20
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Ezekiel 32:20 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּ/ת֥וֹךְ
חַלְלֵי
חֶ֖רֶב
יִפֹּ֑לוּ
חֶ֣רֶב
נִתָּ֔נָה
מָשְׁכ֥וּ
אוֹתָ֖/הּ
וְ/כָל
הֲמוֹנֶֽי/הָ
בְּ/ת֥וֹךְ
tâvek
H8432
midst
Prep | N-ms
חַלְלֵי
châlâl
H2491
slain
Adj
חֶ֖רֶב
chereb
H2719
sword
N-fs
יִפֹּ֑לוּ
nâphal
H5307
to fall
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
חֶ֣רֶב
chereb
H2719
sword
N-fs
נִתָּ֔נָה
nâthan
H5414
to give
V-Niphal-Perf-3fs
מָשְׁכ֥וּ
mâshak
H4900
to draw
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
אוֹתָ֖/הּ
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
הֲמוֹנֶֽי/הָ
hâmôwn
H1995
crowd
N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 32:20
בְּ/ת֥וֹךְ
tâvek
H8432
"midst"
Prep | N-ms
This word refers to the middle or center of something, such as a group of people or a physical space. It can also mean among or between things, as seen in various Bible translations.
Definition: 1) midst, middle 1a) midst, middle 1b) into, through (after verbs of motion) 1c) among (of a number of persons) 1d) between (of things arranged by twos) 1e) from among (as to take or separate etc)
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: among(-st), [idiom] between, half, [idiom] (there-, where-), in(-to), middle, mid(-night), midst (among), [idiom] out (of), [idiom] through, [idiom] with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:6; Numbers 35:5; 2 Chronicles 32:4.
חַלְלֵי
châlâl
H2491
"slain"
Adj
This word describes something or someone that has been profaned or hurt, like in Numbers 35:33. It can also mean to be pierced or wounded, as in physically harmed.
Definition: : killed 1) slain, fatally wounded, pierced 1a) pierced, fatally wounded 1b) slain Also means: cha.lal (חָלָל ": wounded" H2491H)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: kill, profane, slain (man), [idiom] slew, (deadly) wounded. See also: Genesis 34:27; Isaiah 66:16; Psalms 69:27.
חֶ֖רֶב
chereb
H2719
"sword"
N-fs
A sword or cutting instrument is what this Hebrew word refers to, including knives and tools for cutting stone. It is used in the Bible to describe weapons and sharp objects.
Definition: 1) sword, knife 1a) sword 1b) knife 1c) tools for cutting stone
Usage: Occurs in 372 OT verses. KJV: axe, dagger, knife, mattock, sword, tool. See also: Genesis 3:24; 2 Samuel 2:16; Psalms 7:13.
יִפֹּ֑לוּ
nâphal
H5307
"to fall"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to fall, and it's used in many ways, like falling down, failing, or being defeated. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah. God's people often fell away from Him, but He always offered a way back.
Definition: : fall/drop/fail 1) to fall, lie, be cast down, fail 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to fall 1a2) to fall (of violent death) 1a3) to fall prostrate, prostrate oneself before 1a4) to fall upon, attack, desert, fall away to, go away to, fall into the hand of 1a5) to fall short, fail, fall out, turn out, result 1a6) to settle, waste away, be offered, be inferior to 1a7) to lie, lie prostrate 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to fall, fell, throw down, knock out, lay prostrate 1b2) to overthrow 1b3) to make the lot fall, assign by lot, apportion by lot 1b4) to let drop, cause to fail (fig.) 1b5) to cause to fall 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to throw or prostrate oneself, throw oneself upon 1c2) to lie prostrate, prostrate oneself 1d) (Pilel) to fall
Usage: Occurs in 403 OT verses. KJV: be accepted, cast (down, self, (lots), out), cease, die, divide (by lot), (let) fail, (cause to, let, make, ready to) fall (away, down, -en, -ing), fell(-ing), fugitive, have (inheritance), inferior, be judged (by mistake for H6419 (פָּלַל)), lay (along), (cause to) lie down, light (down), be ([idiom] hast) lost, lying, overthrow, overwhelm, perish, present(-ed, -ing), (make to) rot, slay, smite out, [idiom] surely, throw down. See also: Genesis 2:21; 1 Samuel 17:52; Esther 9:3.
חֶ֣רֶב
chereb
H2719
"sword"
N-fs
A sword or cutting instrument is what this Hebrew word refers to, including knives and tools for cutting stone. It is used in the Bible to describe weapons and sharp objects.
Definition: 1) sword, knife 1a) sword 1b) knife 1c) tools for cutting stone
Usage: Occurs in 372 OT verses. KJV: axe, dagger, knife, mattock, sword, tool. See also: Genesis 3:24; 2 Samuel 2:16; Psalms 7:13.
נִתָּ֔נָה
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
V-Niphal-Perf-3fs
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
מָשְׁכ֥וּ
mâshak
H4900
"to draw"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
To draw can mean many things in the Bible, such as to pull or lead something, to sow seeds, or to make music. It is used in various contexts, including war, farming, and worship. The word is used in different forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to draw, drag, seize 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to draw (and lift out), drag along, lead along, drag or lead off, draw down 1a2) to draw (the bow) 1a3) to proceed, march 1a4) to draw out or give (a sound) 1a5) to draw out, prolong, continue 1a6) to trail (seed in sowing) 1a7) to cheer, draw, attract, gratify 1b) (Niphal) to be drawn out 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be drawn out, be postponed, be deferred 1c2) to be tall
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: draw (along, out), continue, defer, extend, forbear, [idiom] give, handle, make (pro-, sound) long, [idiom] sow, scatter, stretch out. See also: Genesis 37:28; Psalms 85:6; Psalms 10:9.
אוֹתָ֖/הּ
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הֲמוֹנֶֽי/הָ
hâmôwn
H1995
"crowd"
N-mp | Suff
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.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 32:20
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- Context
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- Ezekiel 32:20 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 32:20
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 32:20
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:20
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:20
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:20
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 32:20
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 32:20
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:20
- Sermons on Ezekiel 32:20
Context — Egypt Cast into the Pit
18“Son of man, wail for the multitudes of Egypt, and consign her and the daughters of the mighty nations to the depths of the earth with those who descend to the Pit:
19Whom do you surpass in beauty? Go down and be placed with the uncircumcised!
20They will fall among those slain by the sword. The sword is appointed! Let them drag her away along with all her multitudes.
21Mighty chiefs will speak from the midst of Sheol about Egypt and her allies: ‘They have come down and lie with the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword.’ 22Assyria is there with her whole company; her graves are all around her. All of them are slain, fallen by the sword.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 28:3 | Do not drag me away with the wicked, and with the workers of iniquity, who speak peace to their neighbors while malice is in their hearts. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 32:23–26 | Her graves are set in the depths of the Pit, and her company is all around her grave. All of them are slain, fallen by the sword— those who once spread terror in the land of the living. Elam is there with all her multitudes around her grave. All of them are slain, fallen by the sword— those who went down uncircumcised to the earth below, who once spread their terror in the land of the living. They bear their disgrace with those who descend to the Pit. Among the slain they prepare a resting place for Elam with all her hordes, with her graves all around her. All of them are uncircumcised, slain by the sword, although their terror was once spread in the land of the living. They bear their disgrace with those who descend to the Pit. They are placed among the slain. Meshech and Tubal are there with all their multitudes, with their graves all around them. All of them are uncircumcised, slain by the sword, because they spread their terror in the land of the living. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 32:29–30 | Edom is there, and all her kings and princes, who despite their might are laid among those slain by the sword. They lie down with the uncircumcised, with those who descend to the Pit. All the leaders of the north and all the Sidonians are there; they went down in disgrace with the slain, despite the terror of their might. They lie uncircumcised with those slain by the sword and bear their shame with those who descend to the Pit. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 29:8–12 | Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: I will bring a sword against you and cut off from you man and beast. The land of Egypt will become a desolate wasteland. Then they will know that I am the LORD. Because you said, ‘The Nile is mine; I made it,’ therefore I am against you and against your rivers. I will turn the land of Egypt into a ruin, a desolate wasteland from Migdol to Syene, and as far as the border of Cush. No foot of man or beast will pass through, and it will be uninhabited for forty years. I will make the land of Egypt a desolation among desolate lands, and her cities will lie desolate for forty years among the ruined cities. And I will disperse the Egyptians among the nations and scatter them throughout the countries. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 22:19 | He will be buried like a donkey, dragged away and thrown outside the gates of Jerusalem. |
| 6 | Proverbs 24:11 | Rescue those being led away to death, and restrain those stumbling toward the slaughter. |
Ezekiel 32:20 Summary
This verse is talking about how Egypt will be judged and punished by God for their sins, and how they will be killed by the sword, just like many others who have been slain in battle. It's a reminder that God is in control of all nations and peoples, and that He will not tolerate sin and rebellion, as seen in Psalm 9:17. The 'sword' being 'appointed' means that God has ordained this judgment, and it will surely come to pass, just like it says in Deuteronomy 32:41. This should motivate us to turn to God and seek His mercy and forgiveness, as described in Acts 3:19-20.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that 'the sword is appointed' in Ezekiel 32:20?
This phrase indicates that God has ordained judgment and destruction for Egypt, as seen in Ezekiel 32:20, and it is a reminder that God is sovereign over all nations, including Egypt, as stated in Daniel 4:17 and Romans 13:1-4.
Who are the 'multitudes' being referred to in this verse?
The 'multitudes' refer to the people of Egypt and possibly other nations allied with her, as mentioned in Ezekiel 32:18 and Ezekiel 32:21, who will all suffer the same fate of judgment and death.
Is this verse talking about a physical or spiritual death?
While the verse does mention being 'slain by the sword', it is also speaking to a spiritual death, as seen in the reference to being placed 'with the uncircumcised' in Ezekiel 32:19, indicating a separation from God, as also described in Ephesians 2:1-3.
How does this verse relate to God's character?
This verse shows that God is a God of justice and righteousness, who will not tolerate sin and rebellion, as seen in Ezekiel 32:20 and Psalm 89:14, and it also highlights His sovereignty over all nations and peoples, as stated in Psalm 103:19 and Isaiah 40:15-17.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's heart towards sin and rebellion?
- How does the concept of the 'sword' being 'appointed' challenge or comfort me in my own life?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of God's sovereignty over nations to my own life and circumstances?
- What does it mean for me to be 'slain by the sword' spiritually, and how can I avoid this fate?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 32:20
They shall fall in the midst of them that are slain by the sword,.... The Egyptians shall fall in battle by the sword of the Chaldeans: she is delivered to the sword; Egypt is given to the sword, to
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 32:20
They shall fall in the midst of them that are slain by the sword: she is delivered to the sword: draw her and all her multitudes. She is delivered to the sword - namely, by God.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:20
Now the prophet determines concerning the people, which die as others, fall undistinguished, and. as undistinguished, must be laid in the pit. They; the Egyptians. In the midst; in battle shall die. By the sword; either of one another in civil war, or of their neighbours they invaded, or of Babylonians that invaded them. She is delivered; the whole Egyptian kingdom is given up of God. To the sword of wasting enemies, especially of the Chaldean. Draw her; make no ceremony more than usually is made, when common soldiers, slain in the field where the battle is fought, are dragged by scores into mighty pits, and thrown into them promiscuously; or, as the interlude will bear it, suppose any of them unwilling to stoop, draw them to it against their will. All her multitudes, of soldiers and people, subjects, allies, and helpers of Egypt.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:20
Ezekiel 32:20 They shall fall in the midst of [them that are] slain by the sword: she is delivered to the sword: draw her and all her multitudes.Ver. 20. They shall fall.] Carcases have their names both in Greek and Latin from falling. “ Fit subito funus, qui modo virus erat. ” We wonder now and then at the sudden death of a man. In war many thousands exhale their breath without so much as, Lord have mercy on us! Death heweth its way through a wood of men in a minute of time, &c. ðôùìá. Cadaver.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:20
(20) Draw her.—Viz., down to her judgment.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 32:20
20. she is delivered to the sword] Rather: the sword is put forth, lit. given, a peculiar phrase and wanting in LXX. draw her] i. e. Egypt down into the pit. The simple “draw” leaves rather much to be understood, and LXX. reads the clause differently: and all his multitude shall lie.
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 32:20
She is delivered to the sword - Rather, the sword is put forth. Draw her down as one dragged to execution.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:20
20. She is delivered to the sword — Rather, the sword is appointed.Draw her — R.V., “draw her away;” that is, into the pit.
Sermons on Ezekiel 32:20
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God's Wrath and His Love by Steve Hill | This sermon delves into a courtroom battle where the verdict is about to be delivered, highlighting the consequences of sin and the need for God's mercy through the blood of Jesus. |
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World Missionary Press by K.P. Yohannan | This sermon emphasizes the importance of genuine ministry that is focused on seeking God's honor above all else. It highlights the privilege, not burden, of investing in ministry a |
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Rope Wanted (Audio Restored) by William Booth | In the sermon transcript, the speaker tells the story of Mary, a woman who risked her life to save children from drowning in a city near the Mexican Gulf. Despite warnings from her |
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