Ezekiel 32:31
Ezekiel 32:31 in Multiple Translations
Pharaoh will see them and be comforted over all his multitude— Pharaoh and all his army, slain by the sword, declares the Lord GOD.
Pharaoh shall see them, and shall be comforted over all his multitude, even Pharaoh and all his army slain by the sword, saith the Lord GOD.
Pharaoh shall see them, and shall be comforted over all his multitude, even Pharaoh and all his army, slain by the sword, saith the Lord Jehovah.
Pharaoh will see them and be comforted on account of all his people: even Pharaoh and all his army, put to death by the sword, says the Lord.
Pharaoh will see them and be pleased that he and all his many people are not the only ones killed by the sword, declares the Lord God.
Pharaoh shall see them, and hee shall be comforted ouer all his multitude: Pharaoh, and all his armie shall be slaine by the sword, saieth the Lord God.
Then doth Pharaoh see, And he hath been comforted for all his multitude, The pierced of the sword — Pharaoh and all his force, An affirmation of the Lord Jehovah.
“Pharaoh will see them and will be comforted over all his multitude, even Pharaoh and all his army, slain by the sword,” says the Lord GOD.
Pharaoh shall see them, and shall be comforted over all his multitude, even Pharaoh and all his army slain by the sword, saith the Lord GOD.
Pharao saw them, and he was comforted concerning all his multitude, which was slain by the sword: Pharao, and all his army, saith the Lord God:
The king of Egypt and all his army will see them, and they will be comforted to know that there were other huge groups of people who were killed by their enemies’ swords.
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Ezekiel 32:31 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אוֹתָ/ם֙
יִרְאֶ֣ה
פַרְעֹ֔ה
וְ/נִחַ֖ם
עַל
כָּל
המונ/ה
הֲמוֹנ֑/וֹ
חַלְלֵי
חֶ֨רֶב֙
פַּרְעֹ֣ה
וְ/כָל
חֵיל֔/וֹ
נְאֻ֖ם
אֲדֹנָ֥/י
יְהוִֽה
אוֹתָ/ם֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
יִרְאֶ֣ה
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
פַרְעֹ֔ה
Parʻôh
H6547
Pharaoh
N-proper
וְ/נִחַ֖ם
nâcham
H5162
to be sorry
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
המונ/ה
hâmôwn
H1995
crowd
N-ms | Suff
הֲמוֹנ֑/וֹ
hâmôwn
H1995
crowd
N-ms | Suff
חַלְלֵי
châlâl
H2491
slain
Adj
חֶ֨רֶב֙
chereb
H2719
sword
N-fs
פַּרְעֹ֣ה
Parʻôh
H6547
Pharaoh
N-proper
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
חֵיל֔/וֹ
chayil
H2428
Helech
N-ms | Suff
נְאֻ֖ם
nᵉʼum
H5002
utterance
N-ms
אֲדֹנָ֥/י
ʼĂdônây
H136
Lord
N-mp | Suff
יְהוִֽה
Yᵉhôvih
H3069
YHWH/God
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 32:31
אוֹתָ/ם֙
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.
יִרְאֶ֣ה
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
פַרְעֹ֔ה
Parʻôh
H6547
"Pharaoh"
N-proper
In the Bible, Pharaoh refers to the king of Egypt, a powerful leader with great authority. The word is used in many passages, including Genesis 12:15 and Exodus 1:9, to describe the ruler of Egypt. It is a title of respect and power.
Definition: A man of the Egyptians living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.23.29; also called Pharaoh at 2Ki.23.35 etc.; Another name of ne.kho (נְכוֹ "Neco" H5224G) § Pharaoh = "great house" the common title of the king of Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 230 OT verses. KJV: Pharaoh. See also: Genesis 12:15; Exodus 6:29; 2 Kings 23:35.
וְ/נִחַ֖ם
nâcham
H5162
"to be sorry"
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
To comfort means showing pity or sympathy, as seen in God's actions throughout the Bible, such as in Isaiah 40. The word can also imply regret or remorse, like in the story of Jonah, who was sorry for his actions. It involves easing someone's pain or discomfort.
Definition: : comfort 1) to be sorry, console oneself, repent, regret, comfort, be comforted 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be sorry, be moved to pity, have compassion 1a2) to be sorry, rue, suffer grief, repent 1a3) to comfort oneself, be comforted 1a4) to comfort oneself, ease oneself 1b) (Piel) to comfort, console 1c) (Pual) to be comforted, be consoled 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to be sorry, have compassion 1d2) to rue, repent of 1d3) to comfort oneself, be comforted 1d4) to ease oneself Also means: na.cham (נָחַם ": relent" H5162H)
Usage: Occurs in 100 OT verses. KJV: comfort (self), ease (one's self), repent(-er,-ing, self). See also: Genesis 5:29; Isaiah 12:1; Psalms 23:4.
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.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
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.
המונ/ה
hâmôwn
H1995
"crowd"
N-ms | 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.
הֲמוֹנ֑/וֹ
hâmôwn
H1995
"crowd"
N-ms | 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.
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.
חֶ֨רֶב֙
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.
פַּרְעֹ֣ה
Parʻôh
H6547
"Pharaoh"
N-proper
In the Bible, Pharaoh refers to the king of Egypt, a powerful leader with great authority. The word is used in many passages, including Genesis 12:15 and Exodus 1:9, to describe the ruler of Egypt. It is a title of respect and power.
Definition: A man of the Egyptians living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.23.29; also called Pharaoh at 2Ki.23.35 etc.; Another name of ne.kho (נְכוֹ "Neco" H5224G) § Pharaoh = "great house" the common title of the king of Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 230 OT verses. KJV: Pharaoh. See also: Genesis 12:15; Exodus 6:29; 2 Kings 23:35.
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.
חֵיל֔/וֹ
chayil
H2428
"Helech"
N-ms | Suff
This word represents strength, might, or power, whether physical, financial, or military. In the Bible, it's used to describe the strength of God or the wealth of a nation, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:17-18.
Definition: § Helech = "your army" a place near Arvad and Gammad
Usage: Occurs in 221 OT verses. KJV: able, activity, ([phrase]) army, band of men (soldiers), company, (great) forces, goods, host, might, power, riches, strength, strong, substance, train, ([phrase]) valiant(-ly), valour, virtuous(-ly), war, worthy(-ily). See also: Genesis 34:29; 2 Chronicles 13:3; Psalms 18:33.
נְאֻ֖ם
nᵉʼum
H5002
"utterance"
N-ms
This word refers to an utterance or declaration from God, often through a prophet. It is used in the Bible to describe a revelation or message from God, like in Exodus or Numbers.
Definition: 1) (Qal) utterance, declaration (of prophet) 1a) utterance, declaration, revelation (of prophet in ecstatic state) 1b) utterance, declaration (elsewhere always preceding divine name)
Usage: Occurs in 358 OT verses. KJV: (hath) said, saith. See also: Genesis 22:16; Jeremiah 22:16; Psalms 36:2.
אֲדֹנָ֥/י
ʼĂdônây
H136
"Lord"
N-mp | Suff
Adonay is a title used to refer to God, spoken in place of Yahweh as a sign of reverence and respect. It is used throughout the Bible to address God or refer to Him in a formal way. Adonay is a term of worship and devotion.
Definition: Lord - a title, spoken in place of Yahweh in Jewish display of reverence Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 430 OT verses. KJV: (my) Lord. See also: Genesis 15:2; Isaiah 3:17; Psalms 2:4.
יְהוִֽה
Yᵉhôvih
H3069
"YHWH/God"
N-proper
YHWH is a name for God, often used in combination with 'Lord'. It is similar to Yehovah, but with different vowels. This name emphasizes God's power and authority.
Definition: 1) Jehovah-used primarily in the combination 'Lord Jehovah' 1a) equal to ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068) but pointed with the vowels of e.lo.him (אֱלֹהִים "God" H0430)
Usage: Occurs in 296 OT verses. KJV: God. See also: Genesis 15:2; Ezekiel 14:21; Psalms 68:21.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 32:31
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- Ezekiel 32:31 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 32:31
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 32:31
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:31
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:31
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:31
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:31
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 32:31
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 32:31
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:31
- Sermons on Ezekiel 32:31
Context — Egypt Cast into the Pit
29Edom 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.
30All 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.
31Pharaoh will see them and be comforted over all his multitude— Pharaoh and all his army, slain by the sword, declares the Lord GOD.
32For I will spread My terror in the land of the living, so that Pharaoh and all his multitude will be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword, declares the Lord GOD.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 31:16 | I made the nations quake at the sound of its downfall, when I cast it down to Sheol with those who descend to the Pit. Then all the trees of Eden, the choicest and best of Lebanon, all the well-watered trees, were consoled in the earth below. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 14:22 | Yet, behold, some survivors will be left in it—sons and daughters who will be brought out. They will come out to you, and when you see their conduct and actions, you will be comforted regarding the disaster I have brought upon Jerusalem—all that I have brought upon it. |
| 3 | Lamentations 2:13 | What can I say for you? To what can I compare you, O Daughter of Jerusalem? To what can I liken you, that I may console you, O Virgin Daughter of Zion? For your wound is as deep as the sea. Who can ever heal you? |
Ezekiel 32:31 Summary
This verse, Ezekiel 32:31, is saying that even the powerful Pharaoh will be comforted when he sees that other nations have fallen just like him, as seen in the context of Ezekiel 32:29-30. But this comfort is not a happy feeling, it's more like a realization that he's not alone in his fate. It's a reminder that God is in control and that all human power will eventually come to an end, as seen in Ezekiel 32:32 and other passages like Psalm 37:7-9 and 1 Peter 1:24. We can learn from this verse that true comfort and security come from trusting in God, not in our own strength or power, as encouraged in Psalm 37:3-7 and Proverbs 3:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for Pharaoh to be 'comforted' in Ezekiel 32:31 when he sees the other fallen nations?
This comfort is not a sense of happiness, but rather a realization that he is not alone in his fate, as seen in the context of Ezekiel 32:29-30, where other nations have also fallen by the sword, and as the Lord GOD declares in Ezekiel 32:31.
Why is Pharaoh and his army described as being 'slain by the sword' in this verse?
This phrase emphasizes the violent and decisive nature of their downfall, much like the descriptions in Ezekiel 32:29-30, and is a fulfillment of God's judgment, as seen in Ezekiel 32:32, where the Lord GOD declares His terror will be spread in the land of the living.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of God's judgment in the book of Ezekiel?
Ezekiel 32:31 is part of a larger section describing God's judgment on various nations, including Egypt, Edom, and Sidon, as seen in Ezekiel 32:29-32, and serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty and power, as declared in Ezekiel 32:32 and other passages like Ezekiel 25:17 and Ezekiel 28:22-23.
What can we learn from Pharaoh's reaction to seeing the other fallen nations in this verse?
Pharaoh's comfort in seeing the other nations is a stark reminder of the fleeting nature of human power and the inevitability of God's judgment, as seen in Ezekiel 32:31 and other passages like Psalm 49:6-7 and Isaiah 40:15-17, and should prompt us to reflect on our own mortality and the importance of seeking God's mercy and forgiveness, as encouraged in Ezekiel 18:30-32 and Ezekiel 33:10-11.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I can be 'comforted' by the knowledge that I am not alone in my struggles, just as Pharaoh is comforted in Ezekiel 32:31?
- How can I apply the lesson of Pharaoh's downfall to my own life, recognizing the dangers of pride and the importance of humility, as seen in Ezekiel 32:31 and other passages like Proverbs 16:18 and 1 Peter 5:6?
- What does this verse teach me about God's character, particularly in relation to His power and sovereignty, as declared in Ezekiel 32:31 and other passages like Psalm 115:3 and Isaiah 46:10?
- In what ways can I seek to align myself with God's will and purposes, rather than relying on my own strength and power, as encouraged in Ezekiel 32:31 and other passages like Jeremiah 9:23-24 and 1 Corinthians 1:26-31?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 32:31
Pharaoh shall see them, and shall be comforted over his multitude,.... That is, when Pharaoh is brought to the grave, and into the state of the dead, he shall look about him, and see who lie by him;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 32:31
Pharaoh shall see them, and shall be comforted over all his multitude, even Pharaoh and all his army slain by the sword, saith the Lord GOD.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:31
Hophra shall go to them by a like destruction, and, as he saw them all ruined as he was, should be comforted, rejoice that others before him met with the same fatal end and whatever comfort this might be, it is all he shall ever have, did he know all those things and persons that are here represented and personated to us.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:31
Ezekiel 32:31 Pharaoh shall see them, and shall be comforted over all his multitude, [even] Pharaoh and all his army slain by the sword, saith the Lord GOD.Ver. 31. Pharaoh shall see them.] This is the epilogue or preclose of this doleful ditty. And shall be comforted.] This was a miserable comfort, the Like whereto is that of some profane persons among us, who, when threatened for their foul practices, use to reply, If we do go to hell, yet we shall have company.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:31
(31) Shall be comforted.—Comp. Ezekiel 31:16. Here closes the series of prophecies against foreign nations. It is true that there are other prophecies against them in Ezekiel 35, 38, 39; but these, as already said, have much more of the character of promises to Israel than of simple denunciation of their enemies. The greater part of this series was uttered between the investment and the close of the siege of Jerusalem, a time during which the prophet was to be dumb towards the children of his people, and at the close of which his mouth was again to be opened. At this time, therefore, his prophetic gifts were appropriately exercised towards foreigners, and at the close, with the renewal of his instructions to Israel, a fresh charge is given as a sort of fresh induction to his prophetic office (Ezekiel 33:1-30).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:31
Verse 31. Pharaoh shall see them] Pharaoh also, who said he was a god, shall be found among the vulgar dead. And shalt be comforted] Shall console himself, on finding that all other proud boasters are in the same circumstances with himself. Here is a reference to a consciousness after death.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 32:31
31. comforted over all his multitude] The Heb. order is: over all his multitude, slain with the sword, even Pharaoh and all his army, saith, &c. The words “slain with … his army” are wanting in LXX. On “comforted,” cf. Ezekiel 14:22, Ezekiel 31:16. Pharaoh will be “comforted” by the sight of all these nations in the pit, suffering the same humiliation as himself and his multitude.
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 32:31
Comforted - By the knowledge that his ruin is no more than that of every world-power.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 32:31
22-31. The prophet, in a style which Dante has imitated, now catalogues the nations whom he sees in the underworld.
Sermons on Ezekiel 32:31
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The Creation Motivated by the Love of God by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes that the creation of the universe is fundamentally motivated by the love of God, as expressed in Ephesians 2:4-5 and John 3:16. He argues that behind al |