Ezekiel 31:17 net — Those who lived in its shade, its allies among the nations, also went down with it to Sheol, to those killed by the swo…

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"Those who lived in its shade, its allies among the nations, also went down with it to Sheol, to those killed by the sword."

— Ezekiel 31:17, NET Bible

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Ezekiel 31 — Context

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For this reason no watered trees will grow so tall; their tops will not reach into the clouds, nor will the well-watered ones grow that high. For all of them have been appointed to die in the lower parts of the earth; they will be among mere mortals, with those who descend to the Pit.

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“‘This is what the Sovereign LORD says: On the day it went down to Sheol I caused observers to lament. I covered it with the deep and held back its rivers; its plentiful water was restrained. I clothed Lebanon in black for it, and all the trees of the field wilted because of it.

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I made the nations shake at the sound of its fall, when I threw it down to Sheol, along with those who descend to the Pit. Then all the trees of Eden, the choicest and the best of Lebanon, all that were well-watered, were comforted in the earth below.

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Those who lived in its shade, its allies among the nations, also went down with it to Sheol, to those killed by the sword.

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Which of the trees of Eden was like you in majesty and loftiness? You will be brought down with the trees of Eden to the lower parts of the earth; you will lie among the uncircumcised, with those killed by the sword! This is what will happen to Pharaoh and all his hordes, declares the Sovereign LORD.’”

Ezekiel 31:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 31:17 say?
Ezekiel 31:17 in the NET Bible reads: “Those who lived in its shade, its allies among the nations, also went down with it to Sheol, to those killed by the sword.”
Where is Ezekiel 31:17 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 31:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 31, verse 17.
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 31:17.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 31:17 in?
Ezekiel 31:17 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 31:17?
Ezekiel 31:17 reads (NET): “Those who lived in its shade, its allies among the nations, also went down with it to Sheol, to those killed by the sword.” 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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