Key Verse Spotlight
Ezekiel 28:8 — Meaning and Application
King James Version
“They shall bring thee down to the pit, and thou shalt die the deaths of {them that are} slain in the midst of the seas.”
Ezekiel 28:8
Verse in Context
Understanding the surrounding verses prevents misinterpretation:
Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Because thou hast set thine heart as the heart of God;
Behold, therefore I will bring strangers upon thee, the terrible of the nations: and they shall draw their swords against the beauty of thy wisdom, and they shall defile thy brightness.
They shall bring thee down to the pit, and thou shalt die the deaths of {them that are} slain in the midst of the seas.
Wilt thou yet say before him that slayeth thee, I {am} God? but thou {shalt be} a man, and no God, in the hand of him that slayeth thee. {of him that slayeth: or, of him that woundeth}
Thou shalt die the deaths of the uncircumcised by the hand of strangers: for I have spoken {it}, saith the Lord GOD.
Get Personalized Biblical Guidance
Save your favorite verses, get AI-powered insights tailored to your life, and discover related scripture for your spiritual journey.
Create Free Account Explore TopicsFrom This Chapter
Important Disclaimer: This biblical guidance is not a substitute for professional mental health care. If you're experiencing crisis symptoms, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or seek immediate professional help.
Bible Guided provides faith-based guidance and should complement, not replace, professional therapeutic support.