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Ezekiel 28:1 net — A Prophecy Against the King of Tyre The LORD’s message came to me:

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"A Prophecy Against the King of Tyre The LORD’s message came to me:"

— Ezekiel 28:1, NET Bible

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Ezekiel 28 — Context

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A Prophecy Against the King of Tyre The LORD’s message came to me:

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“Son of man, say to the prince of Tyre,‘This is what the Sovereign LORD says:“‘Your heart is proud and you said,“I am a god; I sit in the seat of gods, in the heart of the seas”– yet you are a man and not a god, though you think you are godlike.

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Look, you are wiser than Daniel; no secret is hidden from you.

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By your wisdom and understanding you have gained wealth for yourself; you have amassed gold and silver in your treasuries.

Ezekiel 28:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 28:1 say?
Ezekiel 28:1 in the NET Bible reads: “A Prophecy Against the King of Tyre The LORD’s message came to me:”
Where is Ezekiel 28:1 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 28:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 28, verse 1.
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 28:1.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 28:1 in?
Ezekiel 28:1 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 28:1?
Ezekiel 28:1 reads (NET): “A Prophecy Against the King of Tyre The LORD’s message came to me:” 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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