Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “I will display my glory among the nations, and all the nations will see the punishment I inflict and the hand I lay on them. New Living Translation “In this way, I will demonstrate my glory to the nations. Everyone will see the punishment I have inflicted on them and the power of my fist when I strike. English Standard Version “And I will set my glory among the nations, and all the nations shall see my judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have laid on them. Berean Standard Bible I will display My glory among the nations, and all the nations will see the judgment that I execute and the hand that I lay upon them. Berean Literal Bible And I will give forth My glory among the nations, and all the nations will see My judgment that I have made, and My hand that I have set upon them. King James Bible And I will set my glory among the heathen, and all the heathen shall see my judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have laid upon them. New King James Version “I will set My glory among the nations; all the nations shall see My judgment which I have executed, and My hand which I have laid on them. New American Standard Bible “And I will place My glory among the nations; and all the nations will see My judgment which I have executed, and My hand which I have laid on them. NASB 1995 “And I will set My glory among the nations; and all the nations will see My judgment which I have executed and My hand which I have laid on them. NASB 1977 “And I shall set My glory among the nations; and all the nations will see My judgment which I have executed, and My hand which I have laid on them. Legacy Standard Bible “And I will put My glory among the nations; and all the nations will see My judgment which I have executed and My hand which I have placed on them. Amplified Bible “And I will bring [and manifest] My glory among the nations; and all the nations will see My judgment and justice [in the punishment] which I have executed and My hand which I have laid on them. Berean Annotated Bible I will display My glory among the nations, and all the nations will see the judgment that I execute and the hand that I lay upon them. Christian Standard Bible “I will display my glory among the nations, and all the nations will see the judgment I have executed and the hand I have laid on them. Holman Christian Standard Bible I will display My glory among the nations, and all the nations will see the judgment I have executed and the hand I have laid on them. American Standard Version And I will set my glory among the nations; and all the nations shall see my judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have laid upon them. Contemporary English Version When I punish the nations of the earth, they will see the brightness of my glory. English Revised Version And I will set my glory among the nations, and all the nations shall see my judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have laid upon them. GOD'S WORD® Translation "I will show my greatness among the nations. All the nations will see how I will turn my power against them to punish them. Good News Translation The LORD said, "I will let the nations see my glory and show them how I use my power to carry out my just decisions. International Standard Version I'm going to display my glory among the people, and every nation will see the judgment that I administer by my own hand among them. NET Bible "I will display my majesty among the nations. All the nations will witness the judgment I have executed, and the power I have exhibited among them. New Heart English Bible "'I will set my glory among the nations; and all the nations shall see my judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have laid on them. Webster's Bible Translation And I will set my glory among the heathen, and all the heathen shall see my judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have laid upon them. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleI will display My glory among the nations, and all the nations will see the judgment that I execute and the hand that I lay upon them. World English Bible “I will set my glory among the nations. Then all the nations will see my judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have laid on them. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd I have given My glory among nations, "" And all the nations have seen My judgment that I have done, "" And My hand that I have laid on them. Berean Literal Bible And I will give forth My glory among the nations, and all the nations will see My judgment that I have made, and My hand that I have set upon them. Young's Literal Translation And I have given My honour among nations, And seen have all the nations My Judgment that I have done, And My hand that I have laid on them. Smith's Literal Translation And I gave my honor among the nations, and all the nations saw my judgments which I did, and my hand that I put upon them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd I will set my glory among the nations: and all nations shall see my judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have laid upon them. Catholic Public Domain Version And I will set my glory among the Gentiles. And all the nations shall see my judgment, which I have accomplished, and my hand, which I have laid upon them. New American Bible Then I will display my glory among the nations, and all the nations will see the judgment I executed, the hand I laid upon them. New Revised Standard Version I will display my glory among the nations; and all the nations shall see my judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have laid on them. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd I will set my glory among the nations, and all the Gentiles shall see the judgment that I have executed, and the heavy punishment with which I have punished them. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And I shall accomplish my glory among the nations, and all of the nations shall see the judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have set upon them OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And I will set My glory among the nations, and all the nations shall see My judgment that I have executed, and My hand that I have laid upon them. Brenton Septuagint Translation And I will set my glory among you, and all the nations shall see my judgment which I have wrought, and my hand which I have brought upon them. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Israel to Be Restored21I will display My glory among the nations, and all the nations will see the judgment that I execute and the hand that I lay upon them. 22From that day forward the house of Israel will know that I am the LORD their God.… Cross References My glory among the nations, Isaiah 66:18 “And I, knowing their deeds and thoughts, am coming to gather all nations and tongues, and they will come and see My glory. Psalm 96:3 Declare His glory among the nations, His wonders among all peoples. Malachi 1:11 For My name will be great among the nations, from where the sun rises to where it sets. In every place, incense and pure offerings will be presented in My name, because My name will be great among the nations,” says the LORD of Hosts. and all the nations will see the judgment that I execute Ezekiel 38:23 I will magnify and sanctify Myself, and I will reveal Myself in the sight of many nations. Then they will know that I am the LORD. Psalm 9:16 The LORD is known by the justice He brings; the wicked are ensnared by the work of their hands. Higgaion Selah Revelation 15:4 Who will not fear You, O Lord, and glorify Your name? For You alone are holy. All nations will come and worship before You, for Your righteous acts have been revealed.” and the hand that I lay upon them. Isaiah 14:26 This is the plan devised for the whole earth, and this is the hand stretched out over all the nations. 1 Samuel 5:6 Now the hand of the LORD was heavy on the people of Ashdod and its vicinity, ravaging them and afflicting them with tumors. Isaiah 19:16 In that day the Egyptians will be like women. They will tremble with fear beneath the uplifted hand of the LORD of Hosts, when He brandishes it against them. Revelation 19:17-21 Then I saw an angel standing in the sun, and he cried out in a loud voice to all the birds flying overhead, “Come, gather together for the great supper of God, / so that you may eat the flesh of kings and commanders and mighty men, of horses and riders, of everyone slave and free, small and great.” / Then I saw the beast and the kings of the earth with their armies assembled to wage war against the One seated on the horse, and against His army. … Joel 3:9-17 Proclaim this among the nations: “Prepare for war; rouse the mighty men; let all the men of war advance and attack! / Beat your plowshares into swords and your pruning hooks into spears. Let the weak say, ‘I am strong!’ / Come quickly, all you surrounding nations, and gather yourselves. Bring down Your mighty ones, O LORD. … Zechariah 14:3-9 Then the LORD will go out to fight against those nations, as He fights in the day of battle. / On that day His feet will stand on the Mount of Olives, east of Jerusalem, and the Mount of Olives will be split in two from east to west, forming a great valley, with half the mountain moving to the north and half to the south. / You will flee by My mountain valley, for it will extend to Azal. You will flee as you fled from the earthquake in the days of Uzziah king of Judah. Then the LORD my God will come, and all the holy ones with Him. … Revelation 20:8-9 and will go out to deceive the nations in the four corners of the earth—Gog and Magog—to assemble them for battle. Their number is like the sand of the seashore. / And they marched across the broad expanse of the earth and surrounded the camp of the saints and the beloved city. But fire came down from heaven and consumed them. Isaiah 2:10-21 Go into the rocks and hide in the dust from the terror of the LORD and the splendor of His majesty. / The proud look of man will be humbled, and the loftiness of men brought low; the LORD alone will be exalted in that day. / For the Day of the LORD of Hosts will come against all the proud and lofty, against all that is exalted—it will be humbled— … Jeremiah 25:31-33 The tumult will resound to the ends of the earth because the LORD brings a charge against the nations. He brings judgment on all mankind and puts the wicked to the sword,’” declares the LORD. / This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Behold! Disaster is spreading from nation to nation; a mighty storm is rising from the ends of the earth.” / Those slain by the LORD on that day will be spread from one end of the earth to the other. They will not be mourned, gathered, or buried. They will be like dung lying on the ground. Daniel 7:13-14 In my vision in the night I continued to watch, and I saw One like the Son of Man coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into His presence. / And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed. Treasury of Scripture And I will set my glory among the heathen, and all the heathen shall see my judgment that I have executed, and my hand that I have laid on them. I will set Ezekiel 36:23 And I will sanctify my great name, which was profaned among the heathen, which ye have profaned in the midst of them; and the heathen shall know that I am the LORD, saith the Lord GOD, when I shall be sanctified in you before their eyes. Ezekiel 38:16,23 And thou shalt come up against my people of Israel, as a cloud to cover the land; it shall be in the latter days, and I will bring thee against my land, that the heathen may know me, when I shall be sanctified in thee, O Gog, before their eyes… Exodus 9:16 And in very deed for this cause have I raised thee up, for to shew in thee my power; and that my name may be declared throughout all the earth. and my Exodus 7:4 But Pharaoh shall not hearken unto you, that I may lay my hand upon Egypt, and bring forth mine armies, and my people the children of Israel, out of the land of Egypt by great judgments. Exodus 8:19 Then the magicians said unto Pharaoh, This is the finger of God: and Pharaoh's heart was hardened, and he hearkened not unto them; as the LORD had said. 1 Samuel 5:7,11 And when the men of Ashdod saw that it was so, they said, The ark of the God of Israel shall not abide with us: for his hand is sore upon us, and upon Dagon our god… Jump to Previous Display Effect Executed Glory Hand Heathen Honour Inflict Judgment Laid Nations Punishment PunishmentsJump to Next Display Effect Executed Glory Hand Heathen Honour Inflict Judgment Laid Nations Punishment PunishmentsEzekiel 39 1. God's judgment upon Gog8. Israel's victory 11. Gog's burial in Hamon-gog 17. The feast of the fowls 21. Israel having been plagued for their sins 25. shall be gathered again with eternal favor I will display My glory among the nations This phrase emphasizes God's intention to reveal His majesty and power to all peoples, not just Israel. The display of God's glory often involves His mighty acts and divine intervention, as seen in the Exodus (Exodus 14:4, 17-18). The concept of God's glory is central to His nature and is often associated with His holiness and righteousness (Isaiah 6:3). In the context of Ezekiel, this display is a demonstration of God's sovereignty over all nations, fulfilling His promise to make His name known throughout the earth (Psalm 46:10). and all the nations will see the judgment that I execute and the hand that I lay upon them Persons / Places / Events 1. God (Yahweh)The central figure in this verse, displaying His glory and executing judgment. 2. Nations Refers to the Gentile nations, witnessing God's glory and judgment. 3. Israel Implicitly involved as the people through whom God’s glory is revealed. 4. Judgment The act of divine justice executed by God, demonstrating His power and righteousness. 5. Glory The manifestation of God's presence and power, visible to all nations. Teaching Points God's SovereigntyGod's ability to display His glory and execute judgment underscores His ultimate authority over all nations. Believers are reminded to trust in His sovereign plan. Universal Witness The display of God's glory among the nations highlights the universal scope of His revelation. Christians are called to be witnesses of God's glory in their own lives. Judgment as a Revelation of Glory God's judgment is not merely punitive but serves to reveal His righteousness and holiness. Believers should understand that divine justice is an aspect of God's glorious character. Call to Repentance The nations witnessing God's judgment are given an opportunity to turn to Him. This serves as a reminder for believers to live lives of repentance and encourage others to do the same. Hope in God's Justice The assurance of God's righteous judgment provides hope for believers facing injustice. It reassures them that God will ultimately set things right. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 39:21?2. How does Ezekiel 39:21 reveal God's glory among the nations? 3. What does "I will display My glory" teach about God's sovereignty? 4. How can Ezekiel 39:21 inspire us to witness to non-believers today? 5. Connect Ezekiel 39:21 with other scriptures about God's glory being revealed. 6. How should Ezekiel 39:21 influence our understanding of God's justice and mercy? 7. What does Ezekiel 39:21 reveal about God's judgment and glory among the nations? 8. How does Ezekiel 39:21 fit into the broader context of biblical prophecy? 9. What historical events might Ezekiel 39:21 be referencing or predicting? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 39? 11. Who were the biblical prophets? 12. In Ezekiel 21:3-4, how can God threaten to destroy both the righteous and the wicked without contradicting other texts that portray Him as just? 13. How do interpreters harmonize the restoration promises in Ezekiel 39:21-29 with other Old Testament passages that describe different outcomes for Israel? 14. If Zephaniah 3's prophecies were fully realized, why do some biblical texts and modern events suggest ongoing judgment and unrest instead of lasting peace? What Does Ezekiel 39:21 Mean I will display My glory among the nations• God Himself is speaking, promising a public unveiling of His splendor far beyond Israel’s borders. • This is not merely an inward, private revelation; the same global note sounds in Isaiah 40:5—“The glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all humanity together will see it”. • Habakkuk 2:14 echoes the goal: “the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea.” • Ezekiel’s wider context (chs. 38–39) pictures a climactic deliverance of Israel from a vast coalition. The outcome isn’t simply military victory; it is the unmistakable broadcast of God’s majesty to every people and tribe. • Practically, the verse reassures believers that God’s honor never remains hidden. When He acts, His reputation shines, refuting every rival claim to supremacy. All the nations will see the judgment that I execute • The spotlight now shifts from glory to justice. Divine splendor is inseparable from divine fairness. • Psalm 9:16 states, “The LORD is known by the justice He brings.” In Ezekiel 39, that justice arrives in real time against hostile Gentile armies, making God’s character visibly known. • Revelation 19:2 celebrates the same truth: “His judgments are true and just.” Nations witness the verdict, not hear rumor of it; the display is unmistakable. • For Israel’s exiles, these words guaranteed that their God was neither indifferent nor powerless. For today’s church, they assure us that global events ultimately serve God’s righteous purposes, even when timelines puzzle us. And the hand that I lay upon them • “Hand” pictures decisive, personal intervention. Exodus 3:20 uses identical imagery: “So I will stretch out My hand and strike Egypt.” • In Ezekiel 25:7 God warns, “I will stretch out My hand against you,” underscoring the consistency of His dealings with oppressive powers. • The raised hand means protection for God’s covenant people and pressure upon their foes—simultaneous mercy and wrath. • Acts 13:11 shows the same dynamic in the New Testament when God’s hand temporarily blinds Elymas, proving that His active governance never ceases. • Our takeaway: history is not driven by chance but by the sovereign hand that still shapes nations and protects His promises. Summary Ezekiel 39:21 assures us that God will unmistakably display His glory to the whole world, execute just judgments before every nation, and lay His powerful hand on those who oppose Him. The verse reminds believers that God’s honor, justice, and sovereignty will be seen—not merely believed—on a global stage, encouraging us to trust His ultimate victory and vindication. (21) My glory among the heathen.--In this and the following verse the ultimate effect of the Divine judgments in the world is spoken of, and then, in Ezekiel 39:23-24, this is applied to the present captivity of Israel. But the effect is too far-reaching to be limited to the latter, and the kingdom of God was never so established among the restored exiles, either by external triumphs over their enemies or by its internal development in the hearts of men, that the Divine glory was generally recognised among the heathen. In the time foretold the judgments shall be of such a character that all shall perceive that they are from God. Yet it must not be forgotten that the restoration from the exile was one step, and an important one, in the course of events leading to this end.Verses 21-29 record the impression Gog's overthrow should make upon both Israel and the heathen.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew ‘I will displayוְנָתַתִּ֥י (wə·nā·ṯat·tî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set My glory כְּבוֹדִ֖י (kə·ḇō·w·ḏî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 3519: Weight, splendor, copiousness among the nations, בַּגּוֹיִ֑ם (bag·gō·w·yim) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts and all כָל־ (ḵāl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the nations הַגּוֹיִ֗ם (hag·gō·w·yim) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1471: A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts will see וְרָא֣וּ (wə·rā·’ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 7200: To see the judgment מִשְׁפָּטִי֙ (miš·pā·ṭî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style that אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that I execute עָשִׂ֔יתִי (‘ā·śî·ṯî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 6213: To do, make and the hand יָדִ֖י (yā·ḏî) Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 3027: A hand that אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that I lay שַׂ֥מְתִּי (śam·tî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 7760: Put -- to put, place, set upon them. בָהֶֽם׃ (ḇā·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's Hebrew Links Ezekiel 39:21 NIVEzekiel 39:21 NLT Ezekiel 39:21 ESV Ezekiel 39:21 NASB Ezekiel 39:21 KJV Ezekiel 39:21 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 39:21 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 39:21 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 39:21 French Bible Ezekiel 39:21 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 39:21 I will set my glory among (Ezek. 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