Ezekiel 32:16
“This is the lamentation wherewith they shall lament her: the daughters of the nations shall lament her: they shall lament for her, even for Egypt, and for all her multitude, saith the Lord GOD.”
Ezekiel 32:16 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- This is the lamentation wherewith they shall lament her: the daughters of the nations shall lament her: they shall lament for her, even for Egypt, and for all her multitude, saith the Lord GOD.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- This is the lamentation, and they shall lament therewith: the daughters of the nations shall lament therewith: for Egypt, and for the multitude thereof they shall lament therewith, saith the Lord God.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- This is the lamentation wherewith they shall lament; the daughters of the nations shall lament therewith; over Egypt, and over all her multitude, shall they lament therewith, saith the Lord Jehovah.
- DARBYDarby
- It is a lamentation, and thus they shall lament her: the daughters of the nations shall say it in lamenting; they shall say it in lamenting over Egypt and over all her multitude, saith the Lord Jehovah.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- This is the lamentation with which they shall lament; the daughters of the nations shall lament therewith; over Egypt, and over all her multitude, shall they lament therewith, says the Lord Yahweh.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- A lamentation it is, and they have lamented her, Daughters of the nations do lament her, For Egypt, and for all her multitude, they lament her, An affirmation of the Lord Jehovah.'
- BPVBiblePics Version
- "This is the lamentation they will sing for her: the daughters of the nations will lament for her, mourning for Egypt and all her multitude," says the Lord God.
Context: Ezekiel 32
14Then will I make their waters deep, and cause their rivers to run like oil, saith the Lord GOD.
15When I shall make the land of Egypt desolate, and the country shall be destitute of that whereof it was full, when I shall smite all them that dwell therein, then shall they know that I am the LORD.
16This is the lamentation wherewith they shall lament her: the daughters of the nations shall lament her: they shall lament for her, even for Egypt, and for all her multitude, saith the Lord GOD.
17It came to pass also in the twelfth year, in the fifteenth day of the month, that the word of the LORD came unto me, saying,
18Son of man, wail for the multitude of Egypt, and cast them down, even her, and the daughters of the famous nations, unto the nether parts of the earth, with them that go down into the pit.
About Ezekiel 32: A Lament for Pharaoh and his Allies
In Ezekiel chapter 32, the prophet continues his oracle against Egypt, specifically mourning the downfall of Pharaoh and his allies. The chapter describes the impending destruction and humiliation of Egypt as a punishment for their pride and arrogance. Ezekiel also compares the fall of Egypt to that of other nations who have been humbled by God.
Commentary
Ezekiel chapter 32 offers a sobering reminder of the consequences of pride and self-reliance, as well as the justice and righteousness of God. The language used in this chapter is poetic and emotive, conveying a sense of mourning and lamentation for the people of Egypt as they face their inevitable destruction. Despite the harsh words and warnings, there is still a glimmer of hope in the final verses, suggesting that even in the darkest of circumstances, there is still a possibility of redemption and renewal. Overall, this chapter serves as a powerful reminder to all of us to remain humble and obedient to God, and to trust in His grace and mercy even in the midst of judgement and punishment.