Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version therefore I will expose the flank of Moab, beginning at its frontier towns—Beth Jeshimoth, Baal Meon and Kiriathaim—the glory of that land. New Living Translation I will open up their eastern flank and wipe out their glorious frontier towns—Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim. English Standard Version therefore I will lay open the flank of Moab from the cities, from its cities on its frontier, the glory of the country, Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim. Berean Standard Bible therefore I will indeed expose the flank of Moab beginning with its frontier cities—Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim—the glory of the land. Berean Literal Bible therefore behold, I am going to lay open the shoulder of Moab from the cities, from its cities on its frontier, the glory of the land—Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim— King James Bible Therefore, behold, I will open the side of Moab from the cities, from his cities which are on his frontiers, the glory of the country, Bethjeshimoth, Baalmeon, and Kiriathaim, New King James Version therefore, behold, I will clear the territory of Moab of cities, of the cities on its frontier, the glory of the country, Beth Jeshimoth, Baal Meon, and Kirjathaim. New American Standard Bible therefore, behold, I am going to deprive the flank of Moab of its cities, of its cities which are on its frontiers, the glory of the land, Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim; NASB 1995 therefore, behold, I am going to deprive the flank of Moab of its cities, of its cities which are on its frontiers, the glory of the land, Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon and Kiriathaim, NASB 1977 therefore, behold, I am going to deprive the flank of Moab of its cities, of its cities which are on its frontiers, the glory of the land, Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim, Legacy Standard Bible therefore, behold, I am going to open the flank of Moab by its cities, by its cities which are on its frontiers, the glory of the land, Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim, Amplified Bible therefore, behold, I will deprive the flank of Moab of its cities which are on its frontiers, the glory of the land, Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon and Kiriathaim. Berean Annotated Bible therefore I will indeed expose the flank of Moab (of his father) beginning with its frontier cities—Beth-jeshimoth (house of the desolation), Baal-meon (lord of the habitation), and Kiriathaim (two cities)—the glory of the land. Christian Standard Bible Therefore I am about to expose Moab’s flank beginning with its frontier cities, the splendor of the land: Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim. Holman Christian Standard Bible therefore I am about to expose Moab’s flank beginning with its frontier cities, the pride of the land: Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim. American Standard Version therefore, behold, I will open the side of Moab from the cities, from his cities which are on his frontiers, the glory of the country, Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim, Contemporary English Version So I will let Moab's fortress towns along its border be attacked, including Beth-Jeshimoth, Baal-Meon, and Kiriathaim. English Revised Version therefore behold, I will open the side of Moab from the cities, from his cities which are on his frontiers, the glory of the country, Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim, GOD'S WORD® Translation That is why I'm going to open up the cities that protect Moab's borders. They are the beautiful cities of Beth Jeshimoth, Baal Meon, and Kiriathaim. Good News Translation I will let the cities that defend the border of Moab be attacked, including even the finest cities--Beth Jeshimoth, Baal Meon, and Kiriathaim. International Standard Version therefore you'd better watch out! I'm going to tear open Moab's flanks, starting with its frontier cities—the very glory of the nation!—including Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim. NET Bible So look, I am about to open up Moab's flank, eliminating the cities, including its frontier cities, the beauty of the land--Beth Jeshimoth, Baal Meon, and Kiriathaim. New Heart English Bible therefore, look, I will open the side of Moab from the cities, from his cities which are on his frontiers, the glory of the country, Beth Jeshimoth, Baal Meon, and Kiriathaim, Webster's Bible Translation Therefore behold, I will open the side of Moab from the cities, from his cities which are on his frontiers, the glory of the country, Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibletherefore I will indeed expose the flank of Moab beginning with its frontier cities—Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim—the glory of the land. World English Bible therefore, behold, I will open the side of Moab from the cities, from his cities which are on its frontiers, the glory of the country, Beth Jeshimoth, Baal Meon, and Kiriathaim, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTherefore, behold, I am opening the shoulder of Moab—From the cities—from his cities—from his frontier, "" The beauty of the land, Beth-Jeshimoth, Ba‘al-Meon, and Kiriathaim, Berean Literal Bible therefore behold, I am going to lay open the shoulder of Moab from the cities, from its cities on its frontier, the glory of the land—Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim— Young's Literal Translation Therefore, lo, I am opening the shoulder of Moab -- From the cities -- from his cities -- from his frontier, The beauty of the land, Beth-Jeshimoth, Baal-Meon, and Kiriathaim, Smith's Literal Translation For this, behold me opening the shoulder of Moab from the cities, from his cities, from his extremity, the glory of the land the house of desolation the place of dwelling, and the double city. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleTherefore behold I will open the shoulder of Moab from the cities, from his cities, I say, and his borders, the noble cities of the land of Bethiesimoth, and Beelmeon, and Cariathaim, Catholic Public Domain Version therefore, behold, I will open the shoulder of Moab from the cities, from his cities, I say, and from his borders, the famous cities of the land of Beth-Jesimoth, and Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim, New American Bible therefore, I am exposing the whole flank of Moab with its cities, the jewels of its land: Beth-jesimoth, Baalmeon, and Kiriathaim. New Revised Standard Version therefore I will lay open the flank of Moab from the towns on its frontier, the glory of the country, Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTherefore, behold, I will make a breach in Moab at the cities, at his royal city, at the towns round about him, the glory of the country of Beth-ashimon, Baal-meon, and Koriathaim, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated For behold, I wrench loose the shoulder of Moab from the cities, from his cities, and from the glory of the land around it of the house of Ashimon, and of Baalmon, and of Qurithim OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917therefore, behold, I will open the flank of Moab on the side of the cities, on the side of his cities which are on his frontiers, the beauteous country of Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim, Brenton Septuagint Translation Therefore, behold, I will weaken the shoulder of Moab from his frontier cities, even the choice land, the house of Bethasimuth above the fountain of the city, by the sea-side. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Prophecy Against Moab8This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Because Moab and Seir said, “Look, the house of Judah is like all the other nations,” 9therefore I will indeed expose the flank of Moab beginning with its frontier cities— Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim— the glory of the land. 10I will give it along with the Ammonites as a possession to the people of the East, so that the Ammonites will no longer be remembered among the nations.… Cross References therefore I will indeed expose the flank of Moab Isaiah 15:1 This is the burden against Moab: Ar in Moab is ruined, destroyed in a night! Kir in Moab is devastated, destroyed in a night! Jeremiah 48:7 Because you trust in your works and treasures, you too will be captured, and Chemosh will go into exile with his priests and officials. Zephaniah 2:9 Therefore, as surely as I live,” declares the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, “surely Moab will be like Sodom and the Ammonites like Gomorrah—a place of weeds and salt pits, a perpetual wasteland. The remnant of My people will plunder them; the remainder of My nation will dispossess them.” beginning with its frontier cities— Deuteronomy 2:36 From Aroer on the rim of the Arnon Valley, along with the city in the valley, even as far as Gilead, not one city had walls too high for us. The LORD our God gave us all of them. Jeremiah 48:18 Come down from your glory; sit on parched ground, O daughter dwelling in Dibon, for the destroyer of Moab has come against you; he has destroyed your fortresses. Jeremiah 48:20 Moab is put to shame, for it has been shattered. Wail and cry out! Declare by the Arnon that Moab is destroyed. Beth-jeshimoth, Joshua 13:20 Beth-peor, the slopes of Pisgah, and Beth-jeshimoth— Numbers 33:49 And there on the plains of Moab they camped by the Jordan, from Beth-jeshimoth to Abel-shittim. Joshua 12:3 as well as the Arabah east of the Sea of Chinnereth to the Sea of the Arabah (the Salt Sea), eastward through Beth-jeshimoth, and southward below the slopes of Pisgah. Baal-meon, Joshua 13:17 to Heshbon and all its cities on the plateau, including Dibon, Bamoth-baal, Beth-baal-meon, Numbers 32:38 as well as Nebo and Baal-meon (whose names were changed), and Sibmah. And they renamed the cities they rebuilt. 1 Chronicles 5:8 and Bela son of Azaz, the son of Shema, the son of Joel. They settled in Aroer and as far as Nebo and Baal-meon. and Kiriathaim— Jeremiah 48:1 Concerning Moab, this is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: “Woe to Nebo, for it will be devastated. Kiriathaim will be captured and disgraced; the fortress will be shattered and dismantled. Numbers 32:37 The Reubenites built up Heshbon, Elealeh, Kiriathaim, Joshua 13:19 Kiriathaim, Sibmah, Zereth-shahar on the hill in the valley, the glory of the land. Isaiah 16:14 And now the LORD says, “In three years, as a hired worker counts the years, Moab’s splendor will become an object of contempt, with all her many people. And those who are left will be few and feeble.” Treasury of Scripture Therefore, behold, I will open the side of Moab from the cities, from his cities which are on his frontiers, the glory of the country, Bethjeshimoth, Baalmeon, and Kiriathaim, side. Joshua 13:20 And Bethpeor, and Ashdothpisgah, and Bethjeshimoth, Baal-meon Numbers 32:37,38 And the children of Reuben built Heshbon, and Elealeh, and Kirjathaim, … Joshua 13:17,19 Heshbon, and all her cities that are in the plain; Dibon, and Bamothbaal, and Bethbaalmeon, … Jeremiah 48:23 And upon Kiriathaim, and upon Bethgamul, and upon Bethmeon, Jump to Previous Baal Baalmeon Baal-Meon Ba'al-Me'on Beauteous Beginning Beth Bethjeshimoth Beth-Jeshimoth Beth-Jesh'imoth Cause Cities Country Deprive Expose Far Flank Frontier Frontiers Glory Jeshimoth Kiriathaim Kiriatha'im Kirjathaim Lay Meon Moab Open Opening Shoulder Side UncoveredJump to Next Baal Baalmeon Baal-Meon Ba'al-Me'on Beauteous Beginning Beth Bethjeshimoth Beth-Jeshimoth Beth-Jesh'imoth Cause Cities Country Deprive Expose Far Flank Frontier Frontiers Glory Jeshimoth Kiriathaim Kiriatha'im Kirjathaim Lay Meon Moab Open Opening Shoulder Side UncoveredEzekiel 25 1. God's vengeance, for their insolence against the Jews, upon the Ammonites8. upon Moab and Seir 12. upon Edom 15. and upon the Philistines therefore I will indeed expose the flank of Moab This phrase indicates God's judgment against Moab, a nation east of Israel. Moab's "flank" suggests vulnerability, implying that God will reveal their weaknesses. Historically, Moab was often in conflict with Israel, and this judgment reflects divine retribution for their hostility. The exposure signifies a stripping away of protection, leaving Moab open to invasion and conquest. beginning with its frontier cities Beth-jeshimoth Baal-meon and Kiriathaim the glory of the land Persons / Places / Events 1. MoabA nation descended from Lot, located east of the Dead Sea. Historically, Moab had a contentious relationship with Israel, often opposing them. 2. Beth-jeshimoth A city on the eastern side of the Jordan River, near the Dead Sea, marking the boundary of Moab. It was significant as a frontier city. 3. Baal-meon Another city in Moab, known for its association with the worship of Baal, a Canaanite deity. It highlights the idolatrous practices prevalent in Moab. 4. Kiriathaim A city in Moab, often mentioned in the context of judgment against Moab. It represents the strength and pride of Moab. 5. Ezekiel A prophet of God who delivered messages of judgment and hope to Israel and surrounding nations during the Babylonian exile. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty Over NationsGod holds all nations accountable for their actions, demonstrating His sovereignty and justice. Moab's judgment serves as a reminder that no nation is beyond God's reach. Consequences of Pride and Idolatry Moab's downfall is linked to its pride and idolatry. Believers are called to examine their own lives for areas of pride and idolatry, turning back to God in humility. The Importance of Repentance The judgment against Moab underscores the need for repentance. Christians are encouraged to seek God's forgiveness and align their lives with His will. God's Faithfulness to His People Despite the judgment on surrounding nations, God remains faithful to Israel. This faithfulness is a source of hope and assurance for believers today. The Role of Prophecy in Scripture Prophecies like Ezekiel's serve to warn, instruct, and guide God's people. They encourage believers to trust in God's plan and remain steadfast in faith. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 25:9?2. How does Ezekiel 25:9 demonstrate God's judgment on Moab's pride and arrogance? 3. What lessons can we learn from God's response to Moab's actions in Ezekiel? 4. How does Ezekiel 25:9 connect with God's justice throughout the Old Testament? 5. How can we apply the warning against pride in Ezekiel 25:9 today? 6. In what ways does Ezekiel 25:9 encourage us to trust in God's sovereignty? 7. What is the historical context of Ezekiel 25:9 regarding Moab and Seir? 8. How does Ezekiel 25:9 reflect God's judgment on nations? 9. What archaeological evidence supports the events in Ezekiel 25:9? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 25? 11. Are there any historical or archeological records supporting a mass execution in Jerusalem as described in Ezekiel 9? 12. Does Ezekiel 25:8–11 align with known historical records of Moab’s fate, or is there any contradiction or lack of corroboration? 13. How can the prophecy in Jeremiah 48:8–9 of Moab’s total destruction be reconciled with archaeological evidence suggesting Moabite cities outlasted this period? 14. Ezekiel 42:4 describes specific architectural details for temple chambers--why is there no clear archaeological evidence supporting this exact design? What Does Ezekiel 25:9 Mean Therefore I will indeed expose the flank of Moab“Therefore I will indeed expose the flank of Moab…” • The word “therefore” ties this judgment to Moab’s proud taunt against Judah in Ezekiel 25:8; God answers contempt with justice (Jeremiah 48:26–27; Zephaniah 2:8–9). • “Expose the flank” pictures a warrior tearing away armor so the enemy’s side is laid bare—Moab’s security will be removed (Numbers 24:17; Isaiah 15:1). • God Himself acts; the verse leaves no doubt about His direct intervention, reminding us that He “rules over the nations” (Psalm 22:28). • The judgment is literal: real territory, real people, real invasion by Babylon in 582 B.C. (Jeremiah 48:45–46). Beginning with its frontier cities “…beginning with its frontier cities—” • The assault starts at the border; nowhere to run, no time to prepare (Isaiah 16:1–4). • Frontier towns serve as both shield and showcase of strength; once they fall, morale collapses (2 Kings 3:24–25). • God’s method proves the thoroughness of His discipline: He works from the edges inward until every refuge is gone (Amos 1:13–15). Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim “…Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim—” • These three towns sat on Moab’s northern plateau: – Beth-jeshimoth: “house of the wastes,” allotted to Reuben (Joshua 13:20) yet later seized by Moab (Jeremiah 48:23). – Baal-meon: home of Baal worship built by the tribe of Reuben (Numbers 32:38); its very name flaunted idolatry (Isaiah 16:12). – Kiriathaim: “double city,” another Reubenite settlement (Joshua 13:19) turned Moabite stronghold (Jeremiah 48:1). • God singles out these places to show that every proud fortress—even those once given to Israel—will fall when He moves (Psalm 60:8). The glory of the land “…the glory of the land.” • Moab’s plateau was famed for fertile fields and sweeping vistas (Numbers 21:20; Isaiah 16:6). • What Moab prized most—its lush territory and prestigious cities—would become a stage for humiliation (Jeremiah 48:31–34). • The phrase echoes “the glory of all lands” applied to Israel (Ezekiel 20:6); God alone decides which land is exalted, and pride invites removal of that glory (Proverbs 16:18). summary Ezekiel 25:9 declares that the Lord will personally strip Moab of its defenses, starting at the very border and targeting its showcase cities, until the nation’s famed beauty and security lie open to conquest. The verse underscores three truths: God responds to national arrogance, He protects His covenant people, and His judgments in history are literal demonstrations of His holiness. (9) Open the side of Moab--i.e., lay it open to the enemy. This is to be done "from the cities," on which a special emphasis is placed. The cities named were all on the north of the Arnon, and before the time of Moses had been wrested from the Moabites by the Amorites, from whom in turn they were taken by the Israelites, and long formed a part of their territory. In the decay of the power of Israel they were re-conquered by Moab, and are here spoken of, perhaps in view of their being rightfully a possession of Israel, as appropriately the point from which desolation should go out over the whole of Moab.The glory of the country.--The territory designated by the mention of these three cities is still considered by the Arabs as the best part of the land, and is called Belka. They have a proverb, "Thou canst find no land like Belka." The sites of all the cities which are alluded to here have been probably identified by existing ruins. Verse 9. - I will open the side of Moab; literally, the shoulder, i.e. the slopes of the mountain of Moab (Joshua 15:8, 10). For Beth-jeshimoth (equivalent to "House of wastes"), see Numbers 33:49; Joshua 12:3; Joshua 13:20. It had been assigned to Reuben, but had been seized by the Moabites. It has been identified by De Sauley with the ruins now known as Suaime, on the northeastern border of the Dead Sea. Baal-moon (Numbers 32:38), more fully Beth-baal-meon (Joshua 13:17), or Beth-moon (Jeremiah 48:23). The name is found in ruins of some extent, known as the fortress of Mi'un or Maein, about three miles south of Heshbon ('Dict. Bible,' s.v.). Kiriathaim. The dual form of the name (equivalent to "Two cities") implies, perhaps, the union of an old and new town, or two towns on the opposite sides of a brook or wady. The name appears in Genesis 14:5; Numbers 32:37; Joshua 13:19; Jeremiah 48:1, 23. It has been identified with El-Teym, about two miles from Medeba (Burckhardt), and with Kurei-yat, on the south side of Jebel Attarus. Eusebius ('Onom.,' s.v.) describes it as about ten miles from Medeba, and close to the Baris, lint nothing is known as to the last-named place. The three cities all belonged to the region which Sihon and Og had conquered from the Moabites before Israel obtained possession of them, and they were afterwards claimed as belonging to the Israelites by right of conquest (Judges 11:23), and them may therefore be a touch of irony in Ezekiel's language describing them as Moabite cities. Collectively they were the glory of the country, the region known as the Belka, in which they were situated, giving the best pasturage, then as now, in Southern Syria. Havernick quotes a Bedouin proverb, "There is no land like Belka" (see Tristram's 'Land of Moab,' pp. 275, 303-305, 350). Kirjath and Baal-meon appear in Mesha's inscription on the Moabite Stone.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew thereforeלָכֵן֩ (lā·ḵên) Adverb Strong's 3651: So -- thus I will indeed הִנְנִ֨י (hin·nî) Interjection | first person common singular Strong's 2005: Lo! behold! expose פֹתֵ֜חַ (p̄ō·ṯê·aḥ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 6605: To open wide, to loosen, begin, plough, carve the flank כֶּ֤תֶף (ke·ṯep̄) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3802: The shoulder, side-piece, lateral projection of anything of Moab מוֹאָב֙ (mō·w·’āḇ) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4124: Moab -- a son of Lot,also his descendants and the territory where they settled beginning with its frontier מִקָּצֵ֑הוּ (miq·qā·ṣê·hū) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7097: End, extremity cities— מֵהֶ֣עָרִ֔ים (mê·he·‘ā·rîm) Preposition-m, Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 5892: Excitement Beth-jeshimoth, הַיְשִׁימֹ֔ת (hay·šî·mōṯ) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1020: Beth-jeshimoth -- 'place of the desert', a place East of the Jordan in Moab Baal-meon, מְע֖וֹן (mə·‘ō·wn) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1186: Baal-meon -- 'Baal of (the) habitation', a place East of the Jordan and Kiriathaim— וְקִרְיָתָֽיְמָה׃ (wə·qir·yā·ṯā·yə·māh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 7156: Kiriathaim -- a city in Moab, also a place in Naphtali the glory צְבִ֗י (ṣə·ḇî) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6643: Splendor, a gazelle of the land. אֶ֚רֶץ (’e·reṣ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land Links Ezekiel 25:9 NIVEzekiel 25:9 NLT Ezekiel 25:9 ESV Ezekiel 25:9 NASB Ezekiel 25:9 KJV Ezekiel 25:9 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 25:9 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 25:9 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 25:9 French Bible Ezekiel 25:9 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 25:9 Therefore behold I will open the side (Ezek. 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