Ezekiel 27:34

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

Et quand tu as été brisée par la mer, quand tu as disparu dans les profondeurs de l’eau, tes marchandises et toute ta population ont sombré avec toi.

Que signifie ce verset ?

This verse speaks of a great fall, like a ship sinking into the sea. It describes how a once-thriving entity will lose everything it had, including its goods and people, when it is submerged in deep waters. The message is about the total collapse of something that was once very powerful.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you have a big toy ship that's floating on a bathtub. If the ship sinks to the bottom, all the little toys inside it will fall with it. That's what this verse is talking about, but instead of a toy ship, it's about a big city that falls into the sea.

Contexte historique

Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this verse around 592-570 BCE. He was speaking to the people of Tyre, a wealthy Phoenician city, predicting its downfall. The prophecy reflects the cultural context of maritime trade and the city's reliance on its naval strength.

Application pour aujourd'hui

In modern terms, this verse can be applied to a company that was once thriving but, due to unforeseen circumstances, collapses. Imagine a tech giant losing all its assets and employees during a financial crisis. It's a reminder of the unpredictability of life and the importance of humility.

Thèmes

• judgment
• prosperity
• falling
• merchandise
• prophecy
• humility

Versets liés

• Isaiah 23:1-18
• Jeremiah 47:4
• Ezekiel 26:1-21
• Matthew 11:21-24
• Revelation 18:1-24

Questions fréquentes

Who is the prophecy about?

The prophecy is about Tyre, a wealthy Phoenician city known for its maritime trade and prosperity.

What does the verse mean by 'broken by the seas'?

This phrase symbolizes the total collapse of Tyre due to an event as destructive as a city being submerged by the sea.

How can this verse be applied in modern life?

It can be seen as a warning to those who rely too heavily on their current success and overlook the possibility of facing unforeseen challenges.

What is the significance of mentioning 'merchandise and all thy company'?

This highlights the complete loss of everything the city valued, from its economic resources to its community, emphasizing the extent of its downfall.