Porque no ſe eleuen en ſu altura todos los arbolos de las aguas, ni pongan ſu cumbre entre las espessuras, ni en ſus ramas ſe paren en ſu altura todos losque beuen aguas: porque todos serán entregados à muerte, à la tierra baxa, en medio de los hijos de los hombres, con los que decienden à la ſepultura.
¿Qué significa esto?
Ezekiel 31:14 says that God will humble all proud trees by the water, showing that no one can be arrogant. God is speaking, warning that pride leads to downfall, and everyone will face death.
Explicado para niños
Imagine a forest where tall trees think they're better than the others. God says that even these tall trees will be brought down, just like everyone else. It's like saying no one is too big to be humble.
Contexto histórico
Ezekiel wrote this around 591 BCE while in exile in Babylon. The message was directed to the people of Israel and the surrounding nations, warning against pride and reminding of God's sovereignty.
Aplicación para hoy
In today's world, this verse can remind business leaders not to become arrogant with their success. Just like the trees, they too will face challenges and need to stay humble.