Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version By your great skill in trading you have increased your wealth, and because of your wealth your heart has grown proud. New Living Translation Yes, your wisdom has made you very rich, and your riches have made you very proud. English Standard Version by your great wisdom in your trade you have increased your wealth, and your heart has become proud in your wealth— Berean Standard Bible By your great skill in trading you have increased your wealth, but your heart has grown proud because of it. Berean Literal Bible By the abundance of your wisdom in trading you have increased your wealth, and your heart is lifted high in your wealth. King James Bible By thy great wisdom and by thy traffick hast thou increased thy riches, and thine heart is lifted up because of thy riches: New King James Version By your great wisdom in trade you have increased your riches, And your heart is lifted up because of your riches),” New American Standard Bible “By your great wisdom, by your trade You have increased your riches, And your heart is haughty because of your riches— NASB 1995 “By your great wisdom, by your trade You have increased your riches And your heart is lifted up because of your riches— NASB 1977 “By your great wisdom, by your trade You have increased your riches, And your heart is lifted up because of your riches— Legacy Standard Bible By your great wisdom, by your trade You have increased your wealth, And your heart is lofty because of your wealth— Amplified Bible By your great wisdom and by your trade You have increased your riches and power, And your heart is proud and arrogant because of your wealth; Berean Annotated Bible By your great skill in trading you have increased your wealth, but your heart has grown proud because of it. Christian Standard Bible By your great skill in trading you have increased your wealth, but your heart has become proud because of your wealth. Holman Christian Standard Bible By your great skill in trading you have increased your wealth, but your heart has become proud because of your wealth.” American Standard Version by thy great wisdom and by thy traffic hast thou increased thy riches, and thy heart is lifted up because of thy riches; — Contemporary English Version You're a clever businessman and are extremely wealthy, but your wealth has led to arrogance! English Revised Version by thy great wisdom and by thy traffic hast thou increased thy riches, and thine heart is lifted up because of thy riches: GOD'S WORD® Translation Because of your great skill in trading, you've made yourself very wealthy. You have become arrogant because of your wealth. Good News Translation You made clever business deals and kept on making profits. How proud you are of your wealth! International Standard Version By your great wisdom, by your skills in trading you have amassed wealth for yourself and your heart has become arrogant because of your wealth." NET Bible By your great skill in trade you have increased your wealth, and your heart is proud because of your wealth. New Heart English Bible by your great wisdom and by your traffic you have increased your riches, and your heart is lifted up because of your riches"-- Webster's Bible Translation By thy great wisdom and by thy traffick hast thou increased thy riches, and thy heart is lifted up because of thy riches: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBy your great skill in trading you have increased your wealth, but your heart has grown proud because of it. World English Bible By your great wisdom and by your trading you have increased your riches, and your heart is lifted up because of your riches—” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionBy the abundance of your wisdom, "" Through your merchandise, "" You have multiplied your wealth, "" And your heart is high through your wealth. Berean Literal Bible By the abundance of your wisdom in trading you have increased your wealth, and your heart is lifted high in your wealth. Young's Literal Translation By the abundance of thy wisdom, Through thy merchandise, Thou hast multiplied thy wealth, And high is thy heart through thy wealth. Smith's Literal Translation By the multitude of thy wisdom, by thy traffic thou didst multiply thy wealth, and thine heart will be lifted up in thy wealth. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBy the greatness of thy wisdom, and by thy traffic thou hast increased thy strength: and thy heart is lifted up with thy strength. Catholic Public Domain Version By the multitude of your wisdom, and by your business dealings, you have multiplied strength for yourself. And your heart has been exalted by your strength. New American Bible Through your great wisdom in trading you heaped up riches for yourself— your heart is haughty because of your riches. New Revised Standard Version By your great wisdom in trade you have increased your wealth, and your heart has become proud in your wealth. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBy your great wisdom and by your trade you have increased your riches, and your heart is lifted up because of your riches; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated In the multitude of your wisdom and of your commerce you multiplied your wealth, and your heart is lifted up by your wealth OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917In thy great wisdom by thy traffic Hast thou increased thy riches, And thy heart is lifted up because of thy riches-- Brenton Septuagint Translation By thy abundant knowledge and thy traffic thou hast multiplied thy power; thy heart has been lifted up by thy power. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Prophecy Against the King of Tyre…4By your wisdom and understanding you have gained your wealth and amassed gold and silver for your treasuries. 5By your great skill in trading you have increased your wealth, but your heart has grown proud because of it. 6Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Because you regard your heart as the heart of a god,… Cross References By your great skill in trading Ezekiel 27:12 Tarshish was your merchant because of your great wealth of goods; they exchanged silver, iron, tin, and lead for your wares. Isaiah 23:8 Who planned this against Tyre, the bestower of crowns, whose traders are princes, whose merchants are renowned on the earth? Revelation 18:3 All the nations have drunk the wine of the passion of her immorality. The kings of the earth were immoral with her, and the merchants of the earth have grown wealthy from the extravagance of her luxury.” you have increased your wealth, Deuteronomy 8:18 But remember that it is the LORD your God who gives you the power to gain wealth, in order to confirm His covenant that He swore to your fathers even to this day. Hosea 12:8 And Ephraim boasts: “How rich I have become! I have found wealth for myself. In all my labors, they can find in me no iniquity that is sinful.” Proverbs 10:22 The blessing of the LORD enriches, and He adds no sorrow to it. but your heart has grown proud because of it. Deuteronomy 8:14 then your heart will become proud, and you will forget the LORD your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. 1 Timothy 6:17 Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy. Proverbs 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. Proverbs 11:28 He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like foliage. 1 Timothy 6:9-10 Those who want to be rich, however, fall into temptation and become ensnared by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. / For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. By craving it, some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows. Matthew 6:19-21 Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. / But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. / For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. James 5:1-3 Come now, you who are rich, weep and wail over the misery to come upon you. / Your riches have rotted and moths have eaten your clothes. / Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and consume your flesh like fire. You have hoarded treasure in the last days. Revelation 18:11-17 And the merchants of the earth will weep and mourn over her, because there is no one left to buy their cargo— / cargo of gold, silver, precious stones, and pearls; of fine linen, purple, silk, and scarlet; of all kinds of citron wood and every article of ivory, precious wood, bronze, iron, and marble; / of cinnamon, spice, incense, myrrh, and frankincense; of wine, olive oil, fine flour, and wheat; of cattle, sheep, horses, and carriages; of bodies and souls of slaves. … Luke 12:16-21 Then He told them a parable: “The ground of a certain rich man produced an abundance. / So he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, since I have nowhere to store my crops?’ / Then he said, ‘This is what I will do: I will tear down my barns and will build bigger ones, and there I will store up all my grain and my goods. … 1 John 2:15-17 Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. / For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world. / The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever. Treasury of Scripture By your great wisdom and by your traffic have you increased your riches, and your heart is lifted up because of your riches: thy great wisdom. Proverbs 26:12 Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? there is more hope of a fool than of him. Isaiah 5:21 Woe unto them that are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight! Romans 12:16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. and by Ezekiel 27:12 Tarshish was thy merchant by reason of the multitude of all kind of riches; with silver, iron, tin, and lead, they traded in thy fairs. Psalm 62:10 Trust not in oppression, and become not vain in robbery: if riches increase, set not your heart upon them. Isaiah 23:3,8 And by great waters the seed of Sihor, the harvest of the river, is her revenue; and she is a mart of nations… and thine Ezekiel 28:2 Son of man, say unto the prince of Tyrus, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Because thine heart is lifted up, and thou hast said, I am a God, I sit in the seat of God, in the midst of the seas; yet thou art a man, and not God, though thou set thine heart as the heart of God: Ezekiel 16:49 Behold, this was the iniquity of thy sister Sodom, pride, fulness of bread, and abundance of idleness was in her and in her daughters, neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy. Deuteronomy 6:11,12 And houses full of all good things, which thou filledst not, and wells digged, which thou diggedst not, vineyards and olive trees, which thou plantedst not; when thou shalt have eaten and be full; … Jump to Previous Abundance Great Grown Heart High Increased Lifted Merchandise Multiplied Power Proud Riches Skill Trade Trading Traffic Traffick Wealth WisdomJump to Next Abundance Great Grown Heart High Increased Lifted Merchandise Multiplied Power Proud Riches Skill Trade Trading Traffic Traffick Wealth WisdomEzekiel 28 1. God's judgment upon the prince of Tyrus for his sacrilegious pride11. A lamentation of his great glory corrupted by Sidon 20. The judgment of Zion 24. The restoration of Israel By your great skill in trading This phrase highlights the commercial prowess of the ruler of Tyre, a city known for its strategic location and thriving trade in the ancient world. Tyre was a major Phoenician port city, renowned for its maritime trade and skilled merchants. The city's wealth was largely due to its ability to navigate and dominate trade routes across the Mediterranean. This skill in trading is reminiscent of the wisdom and understanding attributed to Solomon in 1 Kings 10:23-24, where his wealth and wisdom attracted traders and dignitaries from all over the world. The emphasis on "great skill" suggests a God-given ability that was meant to be used for good but was instead used for self-aggrandizement. you have increased your wealth but your heart has grown proud because of it Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet of God who ministered to the Israelites during their Babylonian exile. He is known for his vivid visions and symbolic actions. 2. The Prince of Tyre The primary subject of Ezekiel 28, representing the ruler of the city of Tyre, a wealthy and influential maritime city-state known for its commerce and trade. 3. Tyre An ancient Phoenician city located on the Mediterranean coast, renowned for its wealth, trade, and skilled artisans. 4. Babylonian Exile The period during which the Israelites were exiled from their homeland and lived in Babylon, a time of significant prophetic activity. 5. Pride A central theme in this passage, highlighting the spiritual danger of becoming proud due to material wealth and success. Teaching Points The Danger of PridePride can lead to spiritual blindness and separation from God. We must guard our hearts against becoming proud due to our achievements or possessions. Wealth as a Test Material wealth is not inherently evil, but it is a test of character. We should use our resources to glorify God and serve others, rather than allowing them to inflate our egos. Humility Before God True wisdom and success come from recognizing our dependence on God. We should cultivate humility and gratitude, acknowledging that all we have is from Him. The Illusion of Self-Sufficiency The Prince of Tyre believed his wealth made him invincible. We must remember that our security and worth are found in God, not in material possessions. Repentance and Restoration When we recognize pride in our hearts, we should repent and seek God's forgiveness, trusting in His grace to restore us. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 28:5?2. How does Ezekiel 28:5 warn against pride in personal wealth and wisdom? 3. What role does wisdom play in accumulating wealth according to Ezekiel 28:5? 4. How can we guard against pride as warned in Ezekiel 28:5? 5. What other scriptures caution against pride and reliance on wealth? 6. How can we apply Ezekiel 28:5 to our financial decisions today? 7. How does Ezekiel 28:5 relate to the concept of pride and downfall in the Bible? 8. What historical context surrounds the wealth mentioned in Ezekiel 28:5? 9. How does Ezekiel 28:5 challenge modern views on material wealth and success? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 28? 11. What is Tyre's significance in the Bible? 12. Why does Ezekiel 28:2 claim the ruler of Tyre said he was a god sitting on the throne of the seas, yet there is no archaeological record of such a bold claim? 13. If Ezekiel 28:13 describes precious stones that heavily imply Eden, how does this align with the historical context of a Phoenician city-state? 14. Who was Tyre's king? What Does Ezekiel 28:5 Mean By your great skill• The Lord first acknowledges genuine ability. Tyre’s ruler had real “skill,” the kind Proverbs 22:29 commends in diligent workers. • Gifts and talents come from God (Deuteronomy 8:18), so the verse immediately reminds us that capacity and success are never self-generated. • Skill alone is not condemned; it is the misuse that follows which brings judgment. in trading • Tyre’s economy thrived on international commerce (Isaiah 23:8), making the city a hub for buying and selling. • Trade, like any vocation, can honor God when practiced righteously (Proverbs 11:1). • Yet commerce often tempts the heart toward trust in wealth rather than in the Lord (Matthew 6:24). you have increased your wealth • The success was undeniable—“increased” points to measurable gain, echoing Proverbs 10:4 where diligent hands bring riches. • Accumulating wealth is not sinful in itself; Abraham and Job were wealthy. The problem lies in letting prosperity define identity (Luke 12:16-21). • God had warned Israel that abundance could lead them to forget Him (Deuteronomy 8:13-14). The king of Tyre illustrates that warning. but your heart has grown proud because of it • Pride follows unchecked prosperity: “Pride goes before destruction” (Proverbs 16:18). • Ezekiel later says, “Your heart became proud because of your beauty” (Ezekiel 28:17), showing how external blessings can inflate the inner ego. • God opposes the proud and gives grace to the humble (James 4:6); therefore, pride invites resistance from the Almighty. • Paul challenges believers: “What do you have that you did not receive?” (1 Corinthians 4:7). Remembering this question guards the heart. • Excessive wealth will one day collapse, as Revelation 18:11-17 pictures merchants mourning the fall of Babylon—the ultimate end of prideful commerce. summary Ezekiel 28:5 exposes a progression: God-given skill → commercial success → wealth → arrogant heart. The verse warns that talents and prosperity, though blessings, become snares when they shift trust from the Giver to the gifts. True wisdom enjoys God’s provisions while remaining humble, stewarding resources for His glory and refusing the pride that brought Tyre—and every proud heart—to ruin. Hebrew By your greatבְּרֹ֧ב (bə·rōḇ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7230: Multitude, abundance, greatness skill חָכְמָתְךָ֛ (ḥā·ḵə·mā·ṯə·ḵā) Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 2451: Wisdom in trading בִּרְכֻלָּתְךָ֖ (bir·ḵul·lā·ṯə·ḵā) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 7404: Traffic, merchandise you have increased הִרְבִּ֣יתָ (hir·bî·ṯā) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 7235: To be or become much, many or great your wealth, חֵילֶ֑ךָ (ḥê·le·ḵā) Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 2428: A force, an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength but your heart לְבָבְךָ֖ (lə·ḇā·ḇə·ḵā) Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 3824: Inner man, mind, will, heart has grown proud וַיִּגְבַּ֥הּ (way·yiḡ·bah) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1361: To soar, be lofty, to be haughty because of [it].’ בְּחֵילֶֽךָ׃ (bə·ḥê·le·ḵā) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 2428: A force, an army, wealth, virtue, valor, strength Links Ezekiel 28:5 NIVEzekiel 28:5 NLT Ezekiel 28:5 ESV Ezekiel 28:5 NASB Ezekiel 28:5 KJV Ezekiel 28:5 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 28:5 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 28:5 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 28:5 French Bible Ezekiel 28:5 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 28:5 By your great wisdom and by your (Ezek. 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