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A Prophecy against the Ruler of Tyre 1And the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 2“Son of man, tell the ruler of Tyre that this is what the Lord GOD says: Your heart is proud, and you have said, ‘I am a god; I sit in the seat of gods in the heart of the sea.’ Yet you are a man and not a god, though you have regarded your heart as that of a god. 3Behold, you are wiser than Daniel; no secret is hidden from you! 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, 7behold, I will bring foreigners against you, the most ruthless of nations. They will draw their swords against the beauty of your wisdom and will defile your splendor. 8They will bring you down to the Pit, and you will die a violent death in the heart of the seas. 9Will you still say, ‘I am a god,’ in the presence of those who slay you? You will be only a man, not a god, in the hands of those who wound you. 10You will die the death of the uncircumcised at the hands of foreigners. For I have spoken, declares the Lord GOD.” A Lament for the King of Tyre 11Again the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 12“Son of man, take up a lament for the king of Tyre and tell him that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘You were the seal of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty. 13You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every kind of precious stone adorned you:a ruby, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire,b turquoise, and emerald. Your mountings and settings were crafted in gold, prepared on the day of your creation. 14You were anointed as a guardian cherub, for I had ordained you. You were on the holy mountain of God; you walked among the fiery stones. 15From the day you were created you were blameless in your ways— until wickedness was found in you. 16By the vastness of your trade, you were filled with violence, and you sinned. So I drove you in disgrace from the mountain of God, and I banished you, O guardian cherub, from among the fiery stones. 17Your heart grew proud of your beauty; you corrupted your wisdom because of your splendor; so I cast you to the earth; I made you a spectacle before kings. 18By the multitude of your iniquities and the dishonesty of your trading you have profaned your sanctuaries. So I made fire come from within you, and it consumed you. I reduced you to ashes on the ground in the eyes of all who saw you. 19All the nations who know you are appalled over you. You have come to a horrible end and will be no more.’” A Prophecy against Sidon 20Then the word of the LORD came to me, saying, 21“Son of man, set your face against Sidon and prophesy against her. 22And you are to declare that this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, I am against you, O Sidon, and I will be glorified within you. They will know that I am the LORD when I execute judgments against her and demonstrate My holiness through her. 23I will send a plague against her and shed blood in her streets; the slain will fall within her, while the sword is against her on every side. Then they will know that I am the LORD. 24For the people of Israel will no longer face a pricking brier or a painful thorn from all around them who treat them with contempt. Then they will know that I am the Lord GOD.’ The Restoration of Israel (Jeremiah 30:1–17) 25This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘When I gather the house of Israel from the peoples among whom they have been scattered, I will show Myself holy among them in the sight of the nations. Then they will dwell in their own land, which I have given to My servant Jacob. 26And there they will dwell securely, build houses, and plant vineyards. They will dwell securely when I execute judgments against all those around them who treat them with contempt. Then they will know that I am the LORD their God.’” Footnotes: 13 a The precise identification of some of these gemstones is uncertain. 13 b Or lapis lazuli Berean Standard Bible (BSB) printed 2016, 2020, 2022, 2025 by Bible Hub and Berean.Bible. Produced in cooperation with Bible Hub, Discovery Bible, unfoldingWord, Bible Aquifer, OpenBible.com, and the Berean Bible Translation Committee. This text of God's Word has been dedicated to the public domain. Free downloads and unlimited usage available. See also the Berean Literal Bible and Berean Interlinear Bible. Bible Hub Ezekiel 28 Summary Prophecies against Tyre and Sidon Verses 1–10 – Judgment on the Prince of Tyre Ezekiel calls out the earthly ruler who sits on Tyre’s throne. The prince claims, “I am a god,” yet the LORD exposes him as a mortal who will die at the hands of foreigners. His famed wisdom and commercial genius cannot shield him from the sword. Verses 11–19 – Lament over the King of Tyre A funeral song widens the lens from an earthly prince to a majestic “king” portrayed as a guardian cherub in Eden. Perfect beauty, dazzling gems, and close access to God marked his start; pride, violence, and trade-driven corruption marked his fall. Fire from within consumes him, and nations gasp at his ruin. Verses 20–24 – Oracle against Sidon Sidon, Tyre’s sister city, will face plague, bloodshed, and the sword “so they will know that I am the LORD.” The prophecy also promises that Sidon’s punishment will remove a thorn from Israel’s side. Verses 25–26 – Promise to Israel While the coastal powers crumble, Israel’s scattered people will be regathered, dwell securely, rebuild ruined places, and “know that I am the LORD their God.” Ezekiel 28 presents a scathing prophecy against the powerful maritime city of Tyre, specifically its prince and its king. This chapter stands as a stern warning against pride and self-glorification, using the leaders of Tyre as examples of those who, despite their wisdom and splendor, ultimately face divine judgment. The chapter further extends its prophecy to the city of Sidon before concluding with the promise of Israel's restoration. Historical Setting: Tyre and Sidon • Tyre was a double city: an island stronghold just offshore and a mainland port called Ushu. Its merchant fleets dominated Mediterranean trade, exchanging cedar, purple dye, silver, ivory, and glass. • Sidon, 20 miles north, was older but overshadowed by Tyre’s later wealth. Both were Phoenician, renowned for shipbuilding and navigation. • Ezekiel prophesied around 586 BC, the same decade Babylon under Nebuchadnezzar laid siege to Tyre for 13 years (cf. Ezekiel 26:7–14). Though the island city held out, the mainland fell, fulfilling much of Ezekiel’s warning. Literary Flow of Chapter 28 1. Accusation and judgment on the prince (vv. 1–10). 2. Poetic lament for the king (vv. 11–19). 3. Brief judgment speech against Sidon (vv. 20–24). 4. Closing promise to Israel (vv. 25–26). The pattern contrasts the downfall of proud Gentile powers with the future peace of God’s people. The Prince vs. the King • “Prince” (Hebrew nāgîd) in vv. 1–10 points to the reigning monarch of Tyre—most likely Ithobaal III, contemporary to Nebuchadnezzar’s siege. • “King” in vv. 11–19 shifts to language that soars beyond any human ruler: placement in Eden, creation-day gems (cf. Genesis 2:12), and position as a cherub “on the holy mountain of God.” Many readers hear two layers: – Immediate layer: a poetic portrait of Tyre’s glory and fall. – Deeper layer: an echo of the original rebel—Satan—whose pride turned him from perfect beauty to ashes (see Luke 10:18; Revelation 12:9). Echoes of Eden and the Fall “Every precious stone adorned you… you were anointed as a guardian cherub” (vv. 13–14). The stones mirror Israel’s high priestly breastpiece (Exodus 28:17–20), hinting that this figure once served near God’s throne. “Your heart grew proud because of your beauty” (v. 17) parallels the serpent’s temptations (Genesis 3:5) and later hubris in Babel (Genesis 11:4). Archaeological Glimpses of Phoenician Splendor • Excavations at Tyre and neighboring Sarepta reveal purple-dye vats and luxury goods, matching Ezekiel’s picture of lavish trade. • Phoenician royal seals often proclaim divine status for kings—echoes of the boast, “I sit in the seat of gods” (v. 2). • Ancient reliefs show cherub-like creatures guarding palaces; Ezekiel uses similar imagery but turns it against the king. Pride, Wisdom, and Wealth: The Trap 1. Ill-used wisdom—“By your great skill in trading you have increased your wealth” (v. 5). 2. Self-deification—“You have said, ‘I am a god.’” 3. Violence in business—“Through your widespread trade you were filled with violence” (v. 16). 4. Sudden downfall—foreign invaders, fire from within, public disgrace. God’s Judgments on Human and Supernatural Powers The chapter shows two stages of accountability: • Earthly thrones: God raises and topples nations (cf. Daniel 2:21). • Unseen rebels: even the highest created beings fall under His verdict (cf. Isaiah 14:12–15; Jude 6). Sidon’s Oracle and Its Fulfillment Unlike Tyre, Sidon fell earlier to successive empires: Babylon, Persia, Greece, and Rome. Each wave brought plague and bloodshed, fitting v. 23. Sidon never regained her former status, verifying the thorn removed from Israel’s side (v. 24). Promise of Israel’s Security “I will be sanctified through them in the sight of the nations” (v. 25). God ties His honor to Israel’s restoration. The language previews later prophecies of return (Ezekiel 36–37) and foreshadows the post-exile return under Zerubbabel, Ezra, and Nehemiah. Flash Forward to Satan’s Final Defeat Revelation 20:10 pictures the devil cast into the lake of fire—an ultimate mirror of “I made you a spectacle before kings” (v. 17). The trajectory from Edenic beauty to eternal ruin underscores that rebellion, whether angelic or human, ends in the same judgment. Key Cross-References • Pride and downfall: Proverbs 16:18; Obadiah 3–4. • Human rulers claiming divinity: Acts 12:21–23 (Herod Agrippa). • Satan’s fall: Isaiah 14:12–15; Luke 10:18. • God’s care for Israel among the nations: Jeremiah 30:10–11; Zechariah 2:8–10. Practical Takeaways • Skill, wealth, and influence are gifts, not grounds for self-worship. • God sees through every claim to autonomy. The boast “I am a god” still surfaces in modern power, business, and technology. • Spiritual evil influences earthly systems, yet both realms bow to the same Judge. • God’s plan for His people stands secure, even when surrounded by hostile powers. Connections to Additional Scriptures Proverbs 16:18 Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. James 4:6 But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: 'God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.' Isaiah 14:12-15 A parallel passage that describes the fall of Lucifer due to pride, offering a spiritual dimension to the theme of self-exaltation. Teaching Points The Judgment Against the King of Tyre Ezekiel 28:1-10 describes the pride and eventual downfall of the King of Tyre. Because your heart is proud, and you have said, ‘I am a god; I sit in the seat of the gods in the heart of the seas,’ yet you are a man and not a god, though you have regarded your heart as that of a god (Ezekiel 28:2). This highlights the danger of self-deification and pride. The Lament Over the King of Tyre Verses 11-19 transition into a lament, using rich imagery to describe the king's former glory and beauty, which was corrupted by pride. Your heart was proud because of your beauty; you corrupted your wisdom because of your splendor (Ezekiel 28:17). The Fall of Tyre as a Warning The chapter serves as a warning to all who might be tempted to elevate themselves above God. The fall of Tyre is a testament to the fact that no earthly power or beauty can stand against God's judgment. Practical Applications Guard Against Pride Regularly examine your heart for prideful attitudes and seek humility before God. Acknowledge God's Sovereignty Recognize that all talents, beauty, and wisdom come from God, and use them to glorify Him rather than oneself. Learn from History Reflect on historical examples of pride leading to downfall, both in the Bible and in modern times, to avoid similar pitfalls. People 1. The Prince of Tyre Description The Prince of Tyre is addressed in the first part of Ezekiel 28. He is depicted as a ruler who is filled with pride and self-exaltation, claiming to be a god. The text criticizes his arrogance and foretells his downfall. Scripture Reference Ezekiel 28:2 - "Son of man, say to the prince of Tyre, ‘This is what the Lord GOD says: Your heart is proud, and you have said, “I am a god; I sit in the seat of gods in the heart of the sea.” Yet you are a man and not a god, though you have regarded your heart as that of a god." 2. The King of Tyre Description The King of Tyre is addressed in the latter part of the chapter. This figure is often interpreted as a symbolic representation of Satan due to the description of his former perfection and subsequent fall. The passage describes his beauty, wisdom, and eventual corruption. Scripture Reference Ezekiel 28:12-13 - "Son of man, take up a lament for the king of Tyre and tell him that this is what the Lord GOD says: 'You were the seal of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty. You were in Eden, the garden of God; every kind of precious stone adorned you...'" 3. The Lord GOD Description The Lord GOD is the speaker throughout the chapter, delivering judgments and pronouncements against the Prince and King of Tyre. The text emphasizes God's sovereignty and authority over human rulers and spiritual beings. Scripture Reference Ezekiel 28:6 - "Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: Because you regard your heart as that of a god..." Places 1. Tyre Tyre is the primary focus of Ezekiel 28, particularly in the first part of the chapter. It was a prominent Phoenician city known for its wealth and trade. The chapter begins with a prophecy against the ruler of Tyre, highlighting the city's pride and eventual downfall. The Hebrew root for Tyre is "צֹר" (Tzor), which means "rock," reflecting its strong and fortified nature. 2. Eden In Ezekiel 28:13, Eden is referenced as a metaphorical place, describing the abundance and beauty of the king of Tyre before his fall. This alludes to the Garden of Eden, a place of perfection and divine presence. The Hebrew word for Eden is "עֵדֶן" (Eden), meaning "delight" or "pleasure." 3. The Holy Mountain of God Mentioned in Ezekiel 28:14 and 28:16, the "holy mountain of God" symbolizes a place of divine presence and authority. It is used to describe the exalted position of the king of Tyre before his pride led to his downfall. The Hebrew term for "mountain" is "הַר" (har), often used in biblical texts to denote a place of spiritual significance. Events 1. Prophecy Against the Ruler of Tyre Ezekiel is instructed to deliver a message to the ruler of Tyre, who is described as having a heart lifted up with pride, claiming to be a god. The ruler's arrogance is highlighted, as he considers himself wiser than Daniel and believes he can understand secrets (Ezekiel 28:2-5). The Hebrew word for "god" here is "אֵל" (el), indicating the ruler's self-deification. 2. Judgment Pronounced God declares that because the ruler of Tyre has set his heart as the heart of a god, He will bring foreigners against him, the most ruthless of nations, who will draw their swords against the beauty of his wisdom and defile his splendor (Ezekiel 28:6-7). The Hebrew term for "defile" is "חָלַל" (chalal), meaning to profane or pollute. 3. The Ruler's Mortality The prophecy emphasizes the mortality of the ruler, stating that he will die the death of the uncircumcised by the hand of foreigners, and he will realize he is not a god but a man (Ezekiel 28:8-10). This underscores the theme of human limitation and divine sovereignty. 4. Lament Over the King of Tyre A lament is raised over the king of Tyre, describing him as a model of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty, having been in Eden, the garden of God (Ezekiel 28:12-13). This passage is often seen as a dual reference, possibly alluding to the fall of Satan. The Hebrew word for "perfection" is "תָּמִים" (tamim), meaning complete or whole. 5. The Anointed Cherub The king is described as an anointed cherub who covers, placed on the holy mountain of God, and blameless in his ways until iniquity was found in him (Ezekiel 28:14-15). The term "cherub" (כְּרוּב, kerub) suggests a high-ranking angelic being, adding to the interpretation of a parallel with Satan. 6. Expulsion from the Mountain of God Due to the abundance of his trade, the king's heart was filled with violence, and he sinned. As a result, he was cast out from the mountain of God and destroyed, reflecting a fall from a position of privilege (Ezekiel 28:16-17). The Hebrew word for "cast out" is "חָלַל" (chalal), which can also mean to profane or desecrate. 7. Final Destruction The prophecy concludes with the king being brought to ashes on the earth in the sight of all who see him, and he will be no more forever (Ezekiel 28:18-19). This signifies the complete and irreversible judgment upon him. Lessons from Ezekiel 28 1. The Perils of Pride Ezekiel 28 warns us about the dangers of pride, using the example of the King of Tyre. Pride can lead us to believe we are more than we are, even to the point of thinking we are like God. As it is written, "Your heart became proud on account of your beauty, and you corrupted your wisdom because of your splendor" (Ezekiel 28:17). This serves as a reminder to remain humble and recognize that all we have is a gift from God. 2. The Illusion of Self-Sufficiency The King of Tyre believed he was self-sufficient, saying, "I am a god; I sit on the throne of a god in the heart of the seas" (Ezekiel 28:2). This false sense of independence can lead us away from relying on God. True wisdom acknowledges our dependence on the Creator for every breath and blessing. 3. The Consequences of Sin Ezekiel 28 illustrates that sin has consequences. The King of Tyre's downfall was a direct result of his iniquity. "By the multitude of your iniquities, in the unrighteousness of your trade you profaned your sanctuaries" (Ezekiel 28:18). This serves as a sobering reminder that sin separates us from God and leads to destruction. 4. The Reality of Spiritual Warfare The passage hints at a deeper spiritual battle, drawing parallels between the King of Tyre and a fallen cherub. "You were anointed as a guardian cherub, for so I ordained you" (Ezekiel 28:14). This reminds us that our struggles are not merely against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces. We must be vigilant and arm ourselves with the armor of God. 5. The Beauty of God's Creation Ezekiel 28 describes the King of Tyre as being adorned with precious stones, symbolizing the beauty of God's creation. "Every precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz, and diamond" (Ezekiel 28:13). This serves as a reminder to appreciate the beauty around us and recognize it as a reflection of God's glory. 6. The Importance of Wisdom The King of Tyre was known for his wisdom, yet it was corrupted by pride. "You were the seal of perfection, full of wisdom and perfect in beauty" (Ezekiel 28:12). True wisdom comes from God and should lead us to humility and reverence, not arrogance. 7. The Call to Repentance Despite the King of Tyre's downfall, the passage serves as a call to repentance. God desires that we turn from our ways and seek His forgiveness. "Therefore I made a fire come out from you; it consumed you" (Ezekiel 28:18). This is a reminder that God's judgment is real, but His mercy is available to those who repent. 8. The Sovereignty of God Ezekiel 28 underscores God's sovereignty over all nations and rulers. Despite the King of Tyre's claims, it is God who holds ultimate authority. "I am God, in the heart of the seas" (Ezekiel 28:2). This reassures us that no matter how chaotic the world may seem, God is in control. 9. The Hope of Restoration Even in judgment, there is hope for restoration. God's ultimate plan is to restore His creation. "I will make you a spectacle before kings" (Ezekiel 28:17). This points to the hope we have in Christ, who restores and redeems us through His resurrection. 10. The Eternal Truth of God's Word Finally, Ezekiel 28 reminds us of the enduring truth of God's Word. The prophecies and lessons contained within are as relevant today as they were then. "You have come to a horrible end and will be no more" (Ezekiel 28:19). This encourages us to study Scripture diligently, allowing it to guide and transform our lives. Topics 1. Prophecy Against the Ruler of Tyre (Ezekiel 28:1-10) This section addresses the pride and arrogance of the ruler of Tyre, who claims to be a god. The Lord, through Ezekiel, declares that the ruler's heart is lifted up because of his wealth and wisdom. The prophecy warns of impending judgment, stating, "Because you regard your heart as the heart of a god, behold, I will bring strangers against you, the most ruthless of nations" (Ezekiel 28:6-7). The Hebrew word for "heart" (לֵב, ^lev^) emphasizes the inner thoughts and intentions of the ruler. 2. Lament Over the King of Tyre (Ezekiel 28:11-19) This lamentation is a poetic and symbolic description of the king of Tyre, often interpreted as a reference to both a human king and a representation of Satan's fall. The text describes the king as having been in Eden, adorned with precious stones, and anointed as a guardian cherub. The passage states, "You were blameless in your ways from the day you were created until wickedness was found in you" (Ezekiel 28:15). The Hebrew term for "blameless" (תָּמִים, ^tamim^) suggests completeness or integrity. 3. Prophecy Against Sidon (Ezekiel 28:20-23) The prophecy shifts focus to Sidon, another city-state in the region. The Lord declares judgment against Sidon, promising to manifest His holiness through the city's destruction. The text states, "I will send a plague upon her and bloodshed in her streets" (Ezekiel 28:23). The Hebrew word for "plague" (דֶּבֶר, ^dever^) can also mean pestilence, indicating a divine punishment. 4. Promise of Israel's Restoration (Ezekiel 28:24-26) The chapter concludes with a promise of hope and restoration for Israel. The Lord assures that Israel will no longer be oppressed by its neighbors and will dwell securely in their land. The passage declares, "They will live there securely, build houses, and plant vineyards" (Ezekiel 28:26). The Hebrew verb for "live securely" (יָשַׁב, ^yashav^) conveys a sense of dwelling in peace and safety. Themes 1. Judgment Against the Prince of Tyre The chapter begins with a prophecy against the prince of Tyre, who is condemned for his pride and self-deification. The prince claims to be a god, sitting "in the seat of the gods" (Ezekiel 28:2). The Hebrew word for "god" here is "אֵל" (el), indicating the prince's arrogance in elevating himself to divine status. 2. The Fall of the Proud The theme of pride leading to downfall is prominent. The prince of Tyre's wisdom and wealth have led him to a false sense of security and self-exaltation, but God declares, "Yet you are a man and not a god, though you have regarded your heart as that of a god" (Ezekiel 28:2). This highlights the biblical principle that pride precedes destruction. 3. Divine Retribution God's judgment is pronounced as inevitable and just. The text states, "Therefore I will bring strangers against you, the most ruthless of nations" (Ezekiel 28:7). The Hebrew term for "strangers" (זָרִים, zarim) emphasizes the foreign invaders as instruments of God's judgment. 4. Lamentation for the King of Tyre A lament is raised for the king of Tyre, portraying him as a figure of beauty and wisdom who was in Eden, the garden of God (Ezekiel 28:12-13). This passage is often interpreted as a dual reference to both the earthly king and a symbolic representation of Satan's fall from grace. 5. The Corruption of Wisdom and Beauty The king's wisdom and beauty, initially perfect, become corrupted by his iniquity and trade (Ezekiel 28:17). The Hebrew word for "corrupted" (חָלַל, chalal) suggests a profaning or defiling of what was once pure. 6. The Ultimate Humiliation The king's ultimate fate is to be cast down and consumed by fire, a vivid depiction of divine judgment (Ezekiel 28:18). This serves as a warning of the consequences of hubris and rebellion against God. 7. Prophecy Against Sidon The chapter concludes with a prophecy against Sidon, another city-state, emphasizing God's sovereignty and the execution of judgment to demonstrate His holiness (Ezekiel 28:22). The Hebrew root for "holiness" (קָדַשׁ, qadash) underscores God's distinct and righteous nature. 8. Restoration of Israel Despite the judgments, there is a promise of restoration for Israel. God declares that He will gather His people and establish them securely in their land, where they will dwell safely and know that He is the LORD (Ezekiel 28:25-26). This theme of restoration reflects God's covenant faithfulness and mercy. Prayer Points Pray for Humility Ask God to help you cultivate a humble heart and to recognize His sovereignty in all areas of life. Seek Wisdom Pray for the wisdom to discern areas of pride in your life and the strength to overcome them. Intercede for Leaders Pray for leaders in your community and nation, that they may lead with humility and recognize their dependence on God. As we reflect on Ezekiel 28, may we be reminded of the importance of humility and the dangers of pride, seeking always to honor God above all else. Answering Tough Questions 1. How can Ezekiel 28:11–19 describe the ruler of Tyre as a supernatural being if historical evidence points to a human king? 2. Why does Ezekiel 28 present Tyre’s prince or king with traits that mirror those of Adam or Satan, yet no clear explanation is given for this blending of identities? 3. If Ezekiel 28:13 describes precious stones that heavily imply Eden, how does this align with the historical context of a Phoenician city-state? 4. 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? 5. How do we reconcile Ezekiel 28:8–10 depicting a gruesome downfall of Tyre’s king with external historical accounts that fail to confirm such a specific fate? Bible Study Discussion Questions 1. What aspects of the Prince of Tyre's behavior led to his downfall? 2. How does Ezekiel's description of the King of Tyre parallel traditional views of Satan's fall? 3. What does the prophecy against Tyre teach about the dangers of pride and arrogance? 4. How might the Prince of Tyre's belief in his own divinity relate to modern forms of self-glorification? 5. Why does God decide to pass judgment against Sidon? 6. In what ways does the promise of restoration for Israel contrast with the judgment of Tyre and Sidon? 7. How can you apply the lessons of humility from this chapter in your daily life? 8. How can Ezekiel 28 serve as a reminder of God's sovereignty in a world that often glorifies self-sufficiency? 9. In what ways does the judgment of Tyre and Sidon illustrate God's fairness? 10. What can you learn from the comparison of the King of Tyre to a cherub in the Garden of Eden? 11. How does this chapter affect your understanding of God's justice? 12. Can you identify any modern parallels to the pride and downfall of the Prince and King of Tyre? 13. How does the promise of Israel's restoration provide hope in the face of judgment? 14. Why is it important to remember God's sovereignty in times of success and prosperity? 15. How can the church today heed the warnings found in Ezekiel 28? 16. How does the symbolism in this chapter deepen your understanding of God's character? 17. How might we guard against pride and self-deception in our own lives? 18. What can you learn about repentance and God's forgiveness from this chapter? 19. How does the concept of God "sanctifying Himself" in the sight of nations affect your understanding of His holiness? 20. What practical steps can we take to remember and honor God's sovereignty in our everyday life? Bible Hub Chapter Summaries and Bible Study Questions