Ezekiel 35:3
Ezekiel 35:3 in Multiple Translations
and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Mount Seir. I will stretch out My hand against you and make you a desolate waste.
And say unto it, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, O mount Seir, I am against thee, and I will stretch out mine hand against thee, and I will make thee most desolate.
and say unto it, Thus saith the Lord Jehovah: Behold, I am against thee, O mount Seir, and I will stretch out my hand against thee, and I will make thee a desolation and an astonishment.
And say to it, This is what the Lord has said: See, I am against you, O Mount Seir, and my hand will be stretched out against you, and I will make you a waste and a cause for wonder.
Announce that this is what the Lord God says: Watch out, because I'm condemning you, Mount Seir. I'm going to attack you and turn you into a wasteland.
And say vnto it, Thus sayth the Lord God, Behold, O mount Seir, I come against thee, and I wil stretch out mine hand against thee, and I will make thee desolate and waste.
and thou hast said to it: Thus said the Lord Jehovah: Lo, I [am] against thee, O mount Seir, And have stretched out My hand against thee, And made thee a desolation and an astonishment.
and tell it, ‘The Lord GOD says: “Behold, I am against you, Mount Seir, and I will stretch out my hand against you. I will make you a desolation and an astonishment.
And say to it, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, O mount Seir, I am against thee, and I will stretch out my hand against thee, and I will make thee most desolate.
Thus saith the Lord God: Behold I come against thee, mount Seir, and I will stretch forth my hand upon thee, and I will make thee desolate and waste.
‘You who live near Seir Mountain in Edom, I am opposed to you, and I will use my power [MTY] to strike you and cause your country to become a wasteland.
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Study Notes — Ezekiel 35:3
- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 35:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 35:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 35:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 35:3
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 35:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 35:3
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 35:3
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 35:3
- Sermons on Ezekiel 35:3
Context — A Prophecy against Mount Seir
3and declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Mount Seir. I will stretch out My hand against you and make you a desolate waste.
4I will turn your cities into ruins, and you will become a desolation. Then you will know that I am the LORD. 5Because you harbored an ancient hatred and delivered the Israelites over to the sword in the time of their disaster at the final stage of their punishment,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Jeremiah 6:12 | Their houses will be turned over to others, their fields and wives as well, for I will stretch out My hand against the inhabitants of the land,” declares the LORD. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 35:7 | I will make Mount Seir a desolate waste and will cut off from it those who come and go. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 6:14 | I will stretch out My hand against them, and wherever they live I will make the land a desolate waste, from the wilderness to Diblah. Then they will know that I am the LORD.’” |
| 4 | Jeremiah 15:6 | You have forsaken Me, declares the LORD. You have turned your back. So I will stretch out My hand against you and I will destroy you; I am weary of showing compassion. |
| 5 | Ezekiel 29:3 | Speak to him and tell him that this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against you, O Pharaoh king of Egypt, O great monster who lies among his rivers, who says, ‘The Nile is mine; I made it myself.’ |
| 6 | Ezekiel 29:10 | 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. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 21:13 | Behold, I am against you who dwell above the valley, atop the rocky plateau— declares the LORD— you who say, “Who can come against us? Who can enter our dwellings?” |
| 8 | Ezekiel 25:13 | therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: I will stretch out My hand against Edom and cut off from it both man and beast. I will make it a wasteland, and from Teman to Dedan they will fall by the sword. |
| 9 | Ezekiel 21:3 | and tell her that this is what the LORD says: ‘I am against you, and I will draw My sword from its sheath and cut off from you both the righteous and the wicked. |
| 10 | Nahum 2:13 | “Behold, I am against you,” declares the LORD of Hosts. “I will send your chariots up in smoke, and the sword will devour your young lions. I will cut off your prey from the earth, and the voices of your messengers will no longer be heard.” |
Ezekiel 35:3 Summary
[This verse tells us that God is against Mount Seir, which was a place that hated the Israelites, and He will use His powerful hand to judge them, just like He did with other nations who disobeyed Him, as seen in Ezekiel 25:12-17 and Jeremiah 49:7-22. God wants us to know that He is a fair and loving God who will always do what is right, as stated in Psalm 119:137 and Romans 3:26. He will punish those who are mean and hurt His people, but He will also show love and kindness to those who love and obey Him, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9-10 and 1 John 4:19.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is God speaking against Mount Seir in Ezekiel 35:3?
God is speaking against Mount Seir because of their long-standing hatred towards the Israelites, as mentioned in Ezekiel 35:5, and their actions against them, which is similar to the way God judged other nations for their sins, as seen in Isaiah 13:1-22 and Jeremiah 25:12-14.
What does it mean for God to 'stretch out His hand' against Mount Seir?
When God 'stretches out His hand' against Mount Seir, it means He is exerting His power and judgment, similar to what is described in Exodus 15:12 and Psalm 118:16, where God's outstretched hand is a symbol of His mighty power and deliverance.
Is Mount Seir a real place, and what is its significance?
Mount Seir is a real place, and it refers to the territory of the Edomites, who were descendants of Esau, as mentioned in Genesis 36:1-43, and their land is often associated with enmity towards the Israelites, as seen in Numbers 20:14-21 and Ezekiel 35:5.
How does this verse relate to God's character and nature?
This verse shows that God is a just and righteous Judge, who will punish those who rebel against Him and harm His people, as stated in Deuteronomy 32:4 and Psalm 92:15, and it highlights His concern for the well-being of the Israelites, as seen in Jeremiah 31:3 and Hosea 11:1-4.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be harboring hatred or resentment towards others, and how can I surrender those feelings to God?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty and justice, even when I see wickedness and injustice in the world?
- In what ways can I be a reflection of God's love and mercy to those around me, especially to those who may be enemies of God or His people?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to surrender to God's outstretched hand, and how can I cooperate with His work in my life?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 35:3
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 35:3
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 35:3
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 35:3
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 35:3
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 35:3
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 35:3
Sermons on Ezekiel 35:3
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Where Have You Taken Jesus? by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the struggle of being in a religious environment that is disconnected from the true heart of God. They emphasize the importance of being touch |
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The Church’s Mandate to Their Nation by Art Katz | Art Katz emphasizes the church's prophetic mandate to represent God's perspective to their nation, particularly in Israel, where the church must challenge the prevailing secular vi |
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No Dirty Dogs Shall Ever Trample Upon That Golden Pavement by Thomas Brooks | Thomas Brooks emphasizes the stark contrast between the holiness of heaven and the unholiness of sinful people, using vivid animal imagery to describe the nature of the unholy. He |
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Mid South Conference 1981-12 Ezekiel 34: by Lew Clarkson | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the fleeting nature of life and the importance of giving while still alive. He shares a personal story of a trip to Las Vegas and witnessing |




