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Ezekiel 39:6

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Ezekiel 39:6 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

I will send fire on Magog and on those who dwell securely in the coastlands, and they will know that I am the LORD.

King James Version KJV

And I will send a fire on Magog, and among them that dwell carelessly in the isles: and they shall know that I am the LORD.

American Standard Version ASV

And I will send a fire on Magog, and on them that dwell securely in the isles; and they shall know that I am Jehovah.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And I will send a fire on Magog, and on those who are living in the sea-lands without fear: and they will be certain that I am the Lord.

Free Bible Version FBV

I will set Magog on fire, as well as the coastlands where people think it's safe to live, and then they will acknowledge that I am the Lord.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And I will sende a fire on Magog, and among them that dwell safely in the yles, and they shall knowe that I am the Lord.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And I have sent a fire against Magog, And against the confident inhabitants of the isles, And they have known that I [am] Jehovah.

World English Bible WEB

“I will send a fire on Magog and on those who dwell securely in the islands. Then they will know that I am the LORD.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And I will send a fire on Magog, and among them that dwell carelessly in the isles: and they shall know that I am the LORD.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And I will send a fire on Magog, and on them that dwell confidently in the islands: and they shall know that I am the Lord.

Translation for Translators T4T

I will cause many fires to burn in Magog and among all those who live safely in the areas along their coasts, and they will know that it is I, Yahweh, who have the power to do what I say that I will do.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 39:6

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Ezekiel 39:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/שִׁלַּחְתִּי אֵ֣שׁ בְּ/מָג֔וֹג וּ/בְ/יֹשְׁבֵ֥י הָ/אִיִּ֖ים לָ/בֶ֑טַח וְ/יָדְע֖וּ כִּי אֲנִ֥י יְהוָֽה
וְ/שִׁלַּחְתִּי shâlach H7971 to send Conj | V-Piel-1cs
אֵ֣שׁ ʼêsh H784 fire N-cs
בְּ/מָג֔וֹג Mâgôwg H4031 Magog Prep | N-proper
וּ/בְ/יֹשְׁבֵ֥י yâshab H3427 to dwell Conj | Prep | V-Qal
הָ/אִיִּ֖ים ʼîy H339 coastland Art | N-mp
לָ/בֶ֑טַח beṭach H983 security Prep | N-ms
וְ/יָדְע֖וּ yâdaʻ H3045 to know Conj | V-Qal-3cp
כִּי kîy H3588 for Conj
אֲנִ֥י ʼănîy H589 I Pron
יְהוָֽה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 The Lord N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 39:6

וְ/שִׁלַּחְתִּי shâlach H7971 "to send" Conj | V-Piel-1cs
To send or depart is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which has various applications in the Bible. It can describe sending someone or something away, or letting something go.
Definition: : depart/send 1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to send 1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct 1a3) to send away 1a4) to let loose 1b) (Niphal) to be sent 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out 1c2) to let go, set free 1c3) to shoot forth (of branches) 1c4) to let down 1c5) to shoot 1d) (Pual) to be sent off, be put away, be divorced, be impelled 1e) (Hiphil) to send
Usage: Occurs in 790 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out). See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 9:27; Joshua 14:11.
אֵ֣שׁ ʼêsh H784 "fire" N-cs
Fire is a powerful symbol in the Bible, representing both God's anger and his refining presence, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:24 and Malachi 3:2-3. It is also used for cooking and warmth. This concept is central to many biblical stories.
Definition: 1) fire 1a) fire, flames 1b) supernatural fire (accompanying theophany) 1c) fire (for cooking, roasting, parching) 1d) altar-fire 1e) God's anger (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: esh (אֶשָּׁא "fire" H0785)
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: burning, fiery, fire, flaming, hot. See also: Genesis 15:17; Joshua 7:15; Psalms 11:6.
בְּ/מָג֔וֹג Mâgôwg H4031 "Magog" Prep | N-proper
Magog is a region in the Bible, named after a son of Japheth and grandson of Noah. It is described as a barbarous northern land, and is mentioned in Ezekiel 38:2 as a place of Gog's origin.
Definition: Magog = "land of Gog" the mountainous region between Cappadocia and Media and habitation of the descendants of Magog, son of Japheth and grandson of Noah Also named: Magōg (Μαγώγ "Magog" G3098)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Magog. See also: Genesis 10:2; Ezekiel 38:2; Ezekiel 39:6.
וּ/בְ/יֹשְׁבֵ֥י yâshab H3427 "to dwell" Conj | Prep | V-Qal
This verb means to sit or dwell, and can also mean to remain or abide. It's used in the Bible to describe people living in a place or staying with someone, like in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) to dwell, remain, sit, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sit, sit down 1a2) to be set 1a3) to remain, stay 1a4) to dwell, have one's abode 1b) (Niphal) to be inhabited 1c) (Piel) to set, place 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to sit 1d2) to cause to abide, set 1d3) to cause to dwell 1d4) to cause (cities) to be inhabited 1d5) to marry (give an dwelling to) 1e) (Hophal) 1e1) to be inhabited 1e2) to make to dwell Aramaic equivalent: ye.tiv (יְתִב "to dwell" H3488)
Usage: Occurs in 977 OT verses. KJV: (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. See also: Genesis 4:16; Leviticus 25:18; Joshua 13:6.
הָ/אִיִּ֖ים 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.
לָ/בֶ֑טַח beṭach H983 "security" Prep | N-ms
Security refers to a feeling of safety or refuge, like a place where one can feel protected, as the Bible describes God as a rock or fortress, providing assurance and hope to those who trust in Him.
Definition: 1) security, safety adv 2) securely
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: assurance, boldly, (without) care(-less), confidence, hope, safe(-ly, -ty), secure, surely. See also: Genesis 34:25; Isaiah 14:30; Psalms 4:9.
וְ/יָדְע֖וּ yâdaʻ H3045 "to know" Conj | V-Qal-3cp
The Hebrew word for to know means to ascertain by seeing, and is used in many senses, including to learn, perceive, and recognize, as seen in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to know 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to know 1a1a) to know, learn to know 1a1b) to perceive 1a1c) to perceive and see, find out and discern 1a1d) to discriminate, distinguish 1a1e) to know by experience 1a1f) to recognise, admit, acknowledge, confess 1a1g) to consider 1a2) to know, be acquainted with 1a3) to know (a person carnally) 1a4) to know how, be skilful in 1a5) to have knowledge, be wise 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be made known, be or become known, be revealed 1b2) to make oneself known 1b3) to be perceived 1b4) to be instructed 1c) (Piel) to cause to know 1d) (Poal) to cause to know 1e) (Pual) 1e1) to be known 1e2) known, one known, acquaintance (participle) 1f) (Hiphil) to make known, declare 1g) (Hophal) to be made known 1h) (Hithpael) to make oneself known, reveal oneself Aramaic equivalent: ye.da (יְדַע "to know" H3046)
Usage: Occurs in 874 OT verses. KJV: acknowledge, acquaintance(-ted with), advise, answer, appoint, assuredly, be aware, (un-) awares, can(-not), certainly, comprehend, consider, [idiom] could they, cunning, declare, be diligent, (can, cause to) discern, discover, endued with, familiar friend, famous, feel, can have, be (ig-) norant, instruct, kinsfolk, kinsman, (cause to let, make) know, (come to give, have, take) knowledge, have (knowledge), (be, make, make to be, make self) known, [phrase] be learned, [phrase] lie by man, mark, perceive, privy to, [idiom] prognosticator, regard, have respect, skilful, shew, can (man of) skill, be sure, of a surety, teach, (can) tell, understand, have (understanding), [idiom] will be, wist, wit, wot. See also: Genesis 3:5; Leviticus 5:4; Judges 21:12.
כִּי kîy H3588 "for" Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
אֲנִ֥י ʼănîy H589 "I" Pron
This Hebrew word is a simple way of saying 'I' or 'me', often used for emphasis. It is used by people like David in the Psalms to express their thoughts and feelings. The word is a basic part of the Hebrew language.
Definition: I (first pers. sing. -usually used for emphasis)
Usage: Occurs in 803 OT verses. KJV: I, (as for) me, mine, myself, we, [idiom] which, [idiom] who. See also: Genesis 6:17; Leviticus 19:36; 1 Samuel 25:24.
יְהוָֽה Yᵉhôvâh H3068 "The Lord" N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.

Study Notes — Ezekiel 39:6

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1 Ezekiel 30:16 I will set fire to Egypt, Pelusium will writhe in anguish, Thebes will be split open, and Memphis will face daily distress.
2 Amos 1:4 So I will send fire upon the house of Hazael to consume the citadels of Ben-hadad.
3 Ezekiel 30:8 Then they will know that I am the LORD when I set fire to Egypt and all her helpers are shattered.
4 Jeremiah 25:22 all the kings of Tyre and Sidon; the kings of the coastlands across the sea;
5 Nahum 1:6 Who can withstand His indignation? Who can endure His burning anger? His wrath is poured out like fire; even rocks are shattered before Him.
6 Amos 1:10 So I will send fire upon the walls of Tyre to consume its citadels.”
7 Isaiah 66:19 I will establish a sign among them, and I will send survivors from among them to the nations—to Tarshish, Put, and the archers of Lud; to Tubal, Javan, and the islands far away who have not heard of My fame or seen My glory. So they will proclaim My glory among the nations.
8 Psalms 72:10 May the kings of Tarshish and distant shores bring tribute; may the kings of Sheba and Seba offer gifts.
9 Zephaniah 2:11 The LORD will be terrifying to them when He starves all the gods of the earth. Then the nations of every shore will bow in worship to Him, each in its own place.
10 Ezekiel 38:6 as well as Gomer with all its troops, and Beth-togarmah from the far north with all its troops—the many nations with you.

Ezekiel 39:6 Summary

Ezekiel 39:6 is a verse about God's judgment on those who do not know or acknowledge Him. It says that God will send fire on the nations that feel safe and secure, but do not recognize Him as the one true God. This fire is a symbol of God's power and a call to repentance, as seen in (2 Peter 3:10-12). The goal of God's judgment is not to destroy, but to bring people to a place of recognition and reverence for Him, as stated in (Psalm 46:10), where God says 'Be still and know that I am God.'

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to 'dwell securely in the coastlands' in Ezekiel 39:6?

This phrase refers to people who feel safe and secure in their distant lands, but God will send fire to awaken them to His presence, as seen in Ezekiel 39:6, similar to how He judges those who are complacent in their sin, like in Jeremiah 25:34-36.

Is Ezekiel 39:6 talking about a literal fire or a spiritual one?

While the Bible does not explicitly state the nature of the fire, it is likely a symbolic representation of God's judgment, similar to the fire that consumes the wicked in Revelation 20:15, and serves as a call to repentance and recognition of God's sovereignty.

How does Ezekiel 39:6 relate to God's plan of salvation?

This verse highlights God's desire for all nations to know Him, as stated in Ezekiel 39:7, and recognize His holy name, which is a central theme throughout the Bible, including in Exodus 20:7 and Leviticus 22:32, where God commands His people to honor His name and not profane it.

What is the significance of God saying 'they will know that I am the LORD' in Ezekiel 39:6?

This phrase, repeated throughout the book of Ezekiel, emphasizes God's desire for all people to acknowledge and reverence Him as the one true God, as seen in Ezekiel 37:6 and Isaiah 45:5-6, where God declares His uniqueness and sovereignty over all creation.

Reflection Questions

  1. What does it mean to 'know that I am the LORD' in my own life, and how can I deepen my understanding of God's presence and power?
  2. How can I avoid becoming complacent in my own spiritual life, and what are some ways I can stay vigilant and aware of God's working in my life?
  3. What are some ways I can share God's message of salvation and judgment with those around me, and how can I be a part of His plan to make His holy name known among the nations?
  4. In what ways can I apply the lessons of Ezekiel 39:6 to my own relationships and community, and how can I promote a deeper understanding of God's sovereignty and love?

Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 39:6

And I will send a fire on Magog,.... On the land of Magog; see Ezekiel 38:2, while Gog is in the land of Israel, and he and his army perish there, his country shall be destroyed by fire, or by some

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 39:6

And I will send a fire on Magog, and among them that dwell carelessly in the isles: and they shall know that I am the LORD. I will send a fire on Magog, and among them that dwell carelessly - in self-confident security.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:6

I will send, by an unusual judgment from God, a fire; either civil dissensions, such as Egypt was consumed by, ; or else the destroying pestilence, which always carrieth with it a burning distemper or fever; or that fire and brimstone mentioned . Or whatever this fire was, it should devour and lay desolate. Them that dwell carelessly; who perhaps thought their situation would be their safety; though Gog fell on the land, the ships and isles might escape; not so, for the same hand will send the fire on the isles and their inhabitants which sent it on Gag. Possibly the Tyrians and Sidonians may be aimed at.

Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:6

Ezekiel 39:6 And I will send a fire on Magog, and among them that dwell carelessly in the isles: and they shall know that I [am] the LORD.Ver. 6. And I will send a fire on Magog.] So God will one day on Rome, that Radix omnium malorum root of all evil things. And among them that dwell carelessly in the isles.] Who must not think there to moat up themselves against my fire.

Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:6

(6) A fire on Magog.—Magog is the country of Gog (Ezekiel 38:1), and the Divine judgment is to fall therefore not only upon the army in the land of Israel, but also upon the far-distant country of Gog. In Revelation 20:9 this fire is represented as coming “down from God out of heaven.” In the isles.—This common Scriptural expression for the remoter parts of the earth is added here to show the universality of the judgment upon all that is hostile to the kingdom of God.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:6

Verse 6. I will send a fire on Magog] On Syria. I will destroy the Syrian troops. And among them that dwell carelessly in the isles] The auxiliary troops that came to Antiochus from the borders of the Euxine Sea.-Martin.

Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 39:6

6. Magog is the name of the country of Gog. in the isles] the countries, i.e. the distant lands of the earth. The armies of Gog and his allies are annihilated on the mountains of Israel, but the judgment extends simultaneously to their distant abodes, that the ends of the earth may know and fear the Lord.

Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 39:6

The judgment is extended to “the isles” (or, seacoast) to show that it should fall not only on Gog and his land, but on those who share Gog’s feelings of hatred and opposition to the kingdom of God.

Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 39:6

6-7. God’s wrath follows the invaders even to their own land, and the rain of fire (Ezekiel 38:22) falls upon those who have remained at home, dwelling “securely” in their distant isles (or, coast

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