Ezekiel 27:5 akjv — They have made all your ship boards of fir trees of Senir: they have taken cedars from Lebanon to make masts for you.

American King James Version

"They have made all your ship boards of fir trees of Senir: they have taken cedars from Lebanon to make masts for you. "

— Ezekiel 27:5, American King James Version

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Ezekiel 27 — Context

2

Now, you son of man, take up a lamentation for Tyrus;

3

And say to Tyrus, O you that are situate at the entry of the sea, which are a merchant of the people for many isles, Thus says the Lord GOD; O Tyrus, you have said, I am of perfect beauty.

4

Your borders are in the middle of the seas, your builders have perfected your beauty.

5

They have made all your ship boards of fir trees of Senir: they have taken cedars from Lebanon to make masts for you.

6

Of the oaks of Bashan have they made your oars; the company of the Ashurites have made your benches of ivory, brought out of the isles of Chittim.

7

Fine linen with broidered work from Egypt was that which you spread forth to be your sail; blue and purple from the isles of Elishah was that which covered you.

8

The inhabitants of Zidon and Arvad were your mariners: your wise men, O Tyrus, that were in you, were your pilots.

Ezekiel 27:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 27:5 say?
Ezekiel 27:5 in the American King James Version reads: “They have made all your ship boards of fir trees of Senir: they have taken cedars from Lebanon to make masts for you. ”
Where is Ezekiel 27:5 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 27:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 27, verse 5.
Who wrote Ezekiel?
Ezekiel is traditionally attributed to Ezekiel the priest. It was written c. 593–571 BC.
What is the book of Ezekiel about?
Ezekiel ministers among the exiles in Babylon with vivid visions, sign-acts, and oracles. He sees God's glory depart from a defiled temple, then promises dry bones brought to life, a new heart, and a restored temple — pictures of resurrection and the new covenant fulfilled in Christ.
What are the major themes of Ezekiel?
Ezekiel explores themes including Glory of God, Judgment, New Heart, Resurrection, New Temple. These themes shape the meaning and context of Ezekiel 27:5.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 27:5 in?
Ezekiel 27:5 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Ezekiel 27:5?
Ezekiel 27:5 reads (AKJV): “They have made all your ship boards of fir trees of Senir: they have taken cedars from Lebanon to make masts for you. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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