Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Although I had him spread terror in the land of the living, Pharaoh and all his hordes will be laid among the uncircumcised, with those killed by the sword, declares the Sovereign LORD.” New Living Translation Although I have caused his terror to fall upon all the living, Pharaoh and his hordes will lie there among the outcasts who were slaughtered by the sword. I, the Sovereign LORD, have spoken!” English Standard Version For I spread terror in the land of the living; and he shall be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, with those who are slain by the sword, Pharaoh and all his multitude, declares the Lord GOD.” Berean Standard Bible For I will spread My terror in the land of the living, so that Pharaoh and all his multitude will be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword, declares the Lord GOD.” Berean Literal Bible For I give forth My terror in the land of the living, and he will be made to lie down in the midst of the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword—Pharaoh and all his throng—a declaration of the Lord YHWH.” King James Bible For I have caused my terror in the land of the living: and he shall be laid in the midst of the uncircumcised with them that are slain with the sword, even Pharaoh and all his multitude, saith the Lord GOD. New King James Version “For I have caused My terror in the land of the living; And he shall be placed in the midst of the uncircumcised With those slain by the sword, Pharaoh and all his multitude,” Says the Lord GOD. New American Standard Bible “Though I inflicted the terror of him on the land of the living, yet he will be laid to rest among the uncircumcised along with those killed by the sword, Pharaoh and all his hordes,” declares the Lord GOD. NASB 1995 “Though I instilled a terror of him in the land of the living, yet he will be made to lie down among the uncircumcised along with those slain by the sword, even Pharaoh and all his hordes,” declares the Lord GOD. NASB 1977 “Though I instilled a terror of him in the land of the living, yet he will be made to lie down among the uncircumcised along with those slain by the sword, even Pharaoh and all his multitude,” declares the Lord GOD. Legacy Standard Bible “Though I put a terror of him in the land of the living, yet he will be made to lie down among the uncircumcised along with those slain by the sword, even Pharaoh and all his hordes,” declares Lord Yahweh. Amplified Bible “Though I instilled a terror of him in the land of the living, yet he will be made to lie down among the uncircumcised along with those slain by the sword, even Pharaoh and all his hordes,” says the Lord GOD. Berean Annotated Bible For I will spread My terror in the land of the living, so that Pharaoh (great house) and all his multitude will be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword, declares the Lord GOD {Adonai YHWH}. Christian Standard Bible “For I will spread my terror in the land of the living, so Pharaoh and all his hordes will be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword.” This is the declaration of the Lord GOD. Holman Christian Standard Bible For I will spread My terror in the land of the living, so Pharaoh and all his hordes will be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword.” This is the declaration of the Lord GOD. American Standard Version For I have put his terror in the land of the living; and he shall be laid in the midst of the uncircumcised, with them that are slain by the sword, even Pharaoh and all his multitude, saith the Lord Jehovah. Contemporary English Version I sent him to terrify people all over the earth. But he and his army will be killed and buried alongside other godless soldiers in the world of the dead. I, the LORD God, have spoken. English Revised Version For I have put his terror in the land of the living: and he shall be laid in the midst of the uncircumcised, with them that are slain by the sword, even Pharaoh and all his multitude, saith the Lord GOD. GOD'S WORD® Translation I terrified people in the land of the living. Pharaoh and all his soldiers will be laid among the godless people who were killed in battle," declares the Almighty LORD. Good News Translation "I caused the king of Egypt to terrorize the living, but he and all his army will be killed and laid to rest with all the uncircumcised who die in battle." The Sovereign LORD has spoken. International Standard Version "because he spread terror throughout the land of the living. Therefore he'll be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, who have been killed violently; that is, Pharaoh and all of his hordes," declares the Lord GOD. NET Bible Indeed, I terrified him in the land of the living, yet he will lie in the midst of the uncircumcised with those killed by the sword, Pharaoh and all his hordes, declares the sovereign LORD." New Heart English Bible "For I have put his terror in the land of the living; and he shall be laid in the midst of the uncircumcised, with those who are slain by the sword, even Pharaoh and all his multitude," says the Lord GOD. Webster's Bible Translation For I have caused my terror in the land of the living: and he shall be laid in the midst of the uncircumcised with them that are slain with the sword, even Pharaoh and all his multitude, saith the Lord GOD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor I will spread My terror in the land of the living, so that Pharaoh and all his multitude will be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword, declares the Lord GOD.” World English Bible “For I have put his terror in the land of the living. He will be laid among the uncircumcised, with those who are slain by the sword, even Pharaoh and all his multitude,” says the Lord Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFor I have given his terror in the land of the living, "" And he has been laid down in [the] midst of [the] uncircumcised, "" With [the] pierced of [the] sword—Pharaoh, and all his multitude, "" A declaration of Lord YHWH!” Berean Literal Bible For I give forth My terror in the land of the living, and he will be made to lie down in the midst of the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword—Pharaoh and all his throng—a declaration of the Lord YHWH.” Young's Literal Translation For I have given his terror in the land of the living, And he hath been laid down in the midst of the uncircumcised, With the pierced of the sword -- Pharaoh, and all his multitude, An affirmation of the Lord Jehovah!' Smith's Literal Translation For I gave his terror in the land of the living: and he lay down in the midst of the uncircumcised with the wounded of the sword, Pharaoh and all her multitude, says the Lord Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBecause I have spread my terror in the land of the living, and he hath slept in the midst of the uncircumcised with them that are slain by the sword: Pharao and all his multitude, saith the Lord God. Catholic Public Domain Version For I have spread my terror in the land of the living, and he has gone to sleep in the midst of the uncircumcised, with those who were slain by the sword, even Pharaoh and all his multitude, says the Lord God.” New American Bible I spread terror of him in the land of the living; Now he is laid among the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword— Pharaoh and all his horde— oracle of the Lord GOD. New Revised Standard Version For he spread terror in the land of the living; therefore he shall be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, with those who are slain by the sword—Pharaoh and all his multitude, says the Lord GOD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor I have caused his destruction in the land of the living, and caused him to be laid in the midst of the uncircumcised with those that are slain by the sword, even Pharaoh, he and all his army, says the LORD God. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated For I have caused his ruin in the land of life, and I shall make him sleep among the uncircumcised with those killed by the sword, Pharaoh and all his army, says THE LORD OF LORDS OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917For I have put My terror in the land of the living; and he shall be laid in the midst of the uncircumcised, with them that are slain by the sword, even Pharaoh and all his multitude, saith the Lord GOD.' Brenton Septuagint Translation For I have caused his fear to be upon the land of the living yet he shall lie in the midst of the uncircumcised with them that are slain with the sword, even Pharao, and all his multitude with him, saith the Lord God. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Egypt Cast into the Pit…31Pharaoh will see them and be comforted over all his multitude—Pharaoh and all his army, slain by the sword, declares the Lord GOD. 32For I will spread My terror in the land of the living, so that Pharaoh and all his multitude will be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword, declares the Lord GOD.” Cross References For I will spread My terror in the land of the living, Deuteronomy 2:25 This very day I will begin to put the dread and fear of you upon all the nations under heaven. They will hear the reports of you and tremble in anguish because of you.” Exodus 15:16 and terror and dread will fall on them. By the power of Your arm they will be as still as a stone until Your people pass by, O LORD, until the people You have bought pass by. Jeremiah 11:19 For I was like a gentle lamb led to slaughter; I did not know that they had plotted against me: “Let us destroy the tree with its fruit; let us cut him off from the land of the living, that his name may be remembered no more.” so that Pharaoh and all his multitude Jeremiah 46:25 The LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: “Behold, I am about to punish Amon god of Thebes, along with Pharaoh, Egypt with her gods and kings, and those who trust in Pharaoh. Exodus 15:4 Pharaoh’s chariots and army He has cast into the sea; the finest of his officers are drowned in the Red Sea. Exodus 14:28 The waters flowed back and covered the chariots and horsemen—the entire army of Pharaoh that had chased the Israelites into the sea. Not one of them survived. will be laid to rest among the uncircumcised, Ezekiel 31:18 Who then is like you in glory and greatness among the trees of Eden? You also will be brought down to the depths of the earth to be with the trees of Eden. You will lie among the uncircumcised, with those slain by the sword. This is Pharaoh and all his multitude, declares the Lord GOD.’” Ezekiel 28:10 You will die the death of the uncircumcised at the hands of foreigners. For I have spoken, declares the Lord GOD.” Jeremiah 9:26 Egypt, Judah, Edom, Ammon, Moab, and all the inhabitants of the desert who clip the hair of their temples. For all these nations are uncircumcised, and the whole house of Israel is uncircumcised in heart.” with those slain by the sword, Lamentations 4:9 Those slain by the sword are better off than those who die of hunger, who waste away, pierced with pain because the fields lack produce. Jeremiah 15:2 If they ask you, ‘Where shall we go?’ you are to tell them that this is what the LORD says: ‘Those destined for death, to death; those destined for the sword, to the sword; those destined for famine, to famine; and those destined for captivity, to captivity.’ Ezekiel 21:14 ‘So then, son of man, prophesy and strike your hands together. Let the sword strike two times, even three. It is a sword that slays, a sword of great slaughter closing in on every side! declares the Lord GOD.” Ezekiel 30:22 Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Behold, I am against Pharaoh king of Egypt. I will break his arms, both the strong one and the one already broken, and will make the sword fall from his hand. Ezekiel 29:19 Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: I will give the land of Egypt to Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, who will carry off its wealth, seize its spoil, and remove its plunder. This will be the wages for his army. Isaiah 19:4 I will deliver the Egyptians into the hands of a harsh master, and a fierce king will rule over them,” declares the Lord GOD of Hosts. Isaiah 14:9-11 Sheol beneath is eager to meet you upon your arrival. It stirs the spirits of the dead to greet you—all the rulers of the earth. It makes all the kings of the nations rise from their thrones. / They will all respond to you, saying, “You too have become weak, as we are; you have become like us!” / Your pomp has been brought down to Sheol, along with the music of your harps. Maggots are your bed and worms your blanket. Treasury of Scripture For I have caused my terror in the land of the living: and he shall be laid in the middle of the uncircumcised with them that are slain with the sword, even Pharaoh and all his multitude, said the Lord GOD. Ezekiel 32:27 And they shall not lie with the mighty that are fallen of the uncircumcised, which are gone down to hell with their weapons of war: and they have laid their swords under their heads, but their iniquities shall be upon their bones, though they were the terror of the mighty in the land of the living. Genesis 35:5 And they journeyed: and the terror of God was upon the cities that were round about them, and they did not pursue after the sons of Jacob. Job 31:23 For destruction from God was a terror to me, and by reason of his highness I could not endure. Jump to Previous Caused Circumcision Death Declares Fear Hordes Instilled Killed Laid Midst Multitude Pharaoh Rest Slain Sovereign Sword Terror UncircumcisedJump to Next Caused Circumcision Death Declares Fear Hordes Instilled Killed Laid Midst Multitude Pharaoh Rest Slain Sovereign Sword Terror UncircumcisedEzekiel 32 1. A lamentation for the fearful fall of Egypt11. The sword of Babylon shall destroy it 17. It shall be brought down to hell, among all the uncircumcised nations For I will spread My terror in the land of the living This phrase indicates God's active role in executing judgment. The "land of the living" refers to the world of the living as opposed to the realm of the dead. This judgment is a divine act meant to instill fear and demonstrate God's sovereignty. The terror spread by God is a recurring theme in the prophetic books, where God's power is shown through acts that cause nations to tremble (Isaiah 2:19-21, Jeremiah 25:15-29). It serves as a warning to those who oppose God's will. so that Pharaoh and all his multitude will be laid to rest among the uncircumcised with those slain by the sword declares the Lord GOD. Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet of God who ministered to the Israelites during their Babylonian exile. He conveyed God's messages of judgment and restoration. 2. Pharaoh The ruler of Egypt, representing the nation that opposed God and His people. Pharaoh's downfall is a symbol of God's judgment against pride and rebellion. 3. The Uncircumcised This term refers to those who are outside the covenant community of Israel, often symbolizing those who are spiritually dead or rebellious against God. 4. The Land of the Living A metaphorical expression for the world of the living, contrasting with the realm of the dead. It emphasizes the impact of God's judgment on the living. 5. The Sword A symbol of divine judgment and warfare, often used in the Bible to depict God's instrument of justice against nations and individuals. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty Over NationsThis passage reminds us that God is in control of all nations and rulers. No power is beyond His reach or judgment. The Consequences of Pride Pharaoh's downfall serves as a warning against pride and self-reliance. We are called to humble ourselves before God. The Reality of Divine Judgment The imagery of the sword and the uncircumcised highlights the seriousness of God's judgment. It calls us to live in reverence and obedience to God. Hope in God's Justice While the passage speaks of judgment, it also assures us that God will ultimately bring justice and righteousness to the world. Living as Part of God's Covenant Community The distinction between the circumcised and uncircumcised challenges us to examine our relationship with God and live as His covenant people. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 32:32?2. How does Ezekiel 32:32 illustrate God's judgment on nations opposing His people? 3. What lessons can we learn about God's justice from Ezekiel 32:32? 4. How does Ezekiel 32:32 connect with God's promises in Genesis 12:3? 5. In what ways can Ezekiel 32:32 inspire us to trust God's sovereignty today? 6. How can Ezekiel 32:32 encourage believers to live righteously amidst worldly opposition? 7. What is the significance of Ezekiel 32:32 in the context of God's judgment on nations? 8. How does Ezekiel 32:32 reflect God's justice and mercy? 9. What historical events might Ezekiel 32:32 be referencing? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 32? 11. Ezekiel 32 overall - How do we reconcile the violent imagery of divine judgment here with other biblical passages that emphasize mercy and compassion? 12. Ezekiel 32:4-6 - How could Pharaoh's remains have been left exposed in a way that contradicts traditional Egyptian burial practices? 13. Ezekiel 32:2 - Does the historical record support Pharaoh's downfall as graphically portrayed here, or does it conflict with known events in ancient Egypt? 14. Ezekiel 32:11-15 - Do these specific predictions of destruction align with known Egyptian history, or are there discrepancies that suggest a historical or prophetic mismatch? What Does Ezekiel 32:32 Mean For I will spread My terror in the land of the livingGod Himself promises to unleash dread that reaches every corner where people still breathe (Ezekiel 26:20; Isaiah 8:13). • This terror is not random; it is a purposeful display of His holiness (Hebrews 10:31). • The “land of the living” underscores that judgment spills into visible history, not only the grave (Psalm 27:13). so that Pharaoh and all his multitude The target is the Egyptian ruler and every follower who trusted his power instead of the LORD (Ezekiel 29:3; Jeremiah 46:25). • God’s actions are often “so that” people see His supremacy (Exodus 9:16). • Egypt’s famed armies and wealth cannot shield them from divine justice (Ezekiel 30:10). will be laid to rest Ironically, the same Pharaoh who boasted of glory ends in forced “rest” (Isaiah 14:18–20). • This rest is not peaceful repose but the stillness of defeat. • God controls even where the wicked lie down (Jeremiah 34:4–5). among the uncircumcised To die “uncircumcised” means outside covenant blessing (Genesis 17:14; Ephesians 2:12). • God groups Pharaoh with nations that rejected Him (Ezekiel 32:19–21). • External might never compensates for spiritual separation. with those slain by the sword Their fate matches countless others who opposed God’s purposes (Ezekiel 21:3–4; Revelation 19:21). • The sword pictures decisive, personal judgment (Romans 13:4). • Human pride meets a sharp, unavoidable end. declares the Lord GOD. The closing seal guarantees fulfillment (Isaiah 46:10). • When the Sovereign LORD speaks, history bends to His word (Ezekiel 17:24). • His declaration comforts believers: evil never escapes His oversight. summary Ezekiel 32:32 reveals a deliberate, public judgment: God spreads terror so that all Egypt learns He alone rules. Pharaoh and his followers, once celebrated, lie powerless among covenant outsiders, cut down by God’s sword. The verse assures us that the LORD’s pronouncements are certain—He defends His holiness, humbles the proud, and vindicates faith in Him. Hebrew Forכִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction I will spread נָתַ֥תִּי (nā·ṯat·tî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set My terror חִתִּיתִ֖י (ḥit·tî·ṯî) Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 2851: Terror in the land בְּאֶ֣רֶץ (bə·’e·reṣ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of the living, חַיִּ֑ים (ḥay·yîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 2416: Alive, raw, fresh, strong, life so that Pharaoh פַּרְעֹה֙ (par·‘ōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6547: Pharaoh -- a title of Egypt kings and all וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every his multitude הֲמוֹנֹ֔ה (hă·mō·w·nōh) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1995: A noise, tumult, crowd, disquietude, wealth will be laid to rest וְהֻשְׁכַּב֩ (wə·huš·kaḇ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hofal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7901: To lie down among בְּת֨וֹךְ (bə·ṯō·wḵ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8432: A bisection, the centre the uncircumcised, עֲרֵלִ֜ים (‘ă·rê·lîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 6189: Having foreskin (uncircumcised) with אֶת־ (’eṯ-) Preposition Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among those slain חַלְלֵי־ (ḥal·lê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 2491: Pierced, polluted by the sword, חֶ֗רֶב (ḥe·reḇ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2719: Drought, a cutting instrument, as a, knife, sword declares נְאֻ֖ם (nə·’um) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5002: An oracle the Lord אֲדֹנָ֥י (’ă·ḏō·nāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 136: The Lord GOD.’” יְהוִֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3069: YHWH Links Ezekiel 32:32 NIVEzekiel 32:32 NLT Ezekiel 32:32 ESV Ezekiel 32:32 NASB Ezekiel 32:32 KJV Ezekiel 32:32 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 32:32 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 32:32 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 32:32 French Bible Ezekiel 32:32 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 32:32 For I have put his terror (Ezek. 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