Ezekiel 32:31

Pharaoh shall see them, and shall be comforted over all his multitude, [even] Pharaoh and all his army slain by the sword, saith the Lord GOD.

Pharaoh {H6547} shall see {H7200} them, and shall be comforted {H5162} over all his multitude {H1995}, even Pharaoh {H6547} and all his army {H2428} slain {H2491} by the sword {H2719}, saith {H5002} the Lord {H136} GOD {H3069}.

"All of these Pharaoh will see, and he will be consoled about his hordes, Pharaoh and all his army, slain by the sword," says Adonai ELOHIM.

Pharaoh will see them and be comforted over all his multitude— Pharaoh and all his army, slain by the sword, declares the Lord GOD.

Pharaoh shall see them, and shall be comforted over all his multitude, even Pharaoh and all his army, slain by the sword, saith the Lord Jehovah.

Context of Ezekiel 32:31

Ezekiel 32 is a profound lamentation, a funeral dirge, delivered by the prophet Ezekiel concerning Pharaoh and the nation of Egypt. This chapter, dated to the twelfth year of Judah's captivity, details Egypt's impending downfall and descent into the grave, or Sheol (the realm of the dead). Verses 17-32 specifically describe Egypt's fate as joining a multitude of other powerful, but now fallen, nations in the pit. This particular verse, Ezekiel 32:31, concludes the list of these nations, setting the stage for Pharaoh's grim realization.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Ironic Comfort in Shared Doom: The most striking aspect of this verse is the "comfort" Pharaoh is said to experience. This is a bitter irony; his comfort comes not from victory or deliverance, but from realizing that his once-mighty empire is not unique in its destruction. He finds a perverse solace in seeing that he is not alone in the abyss, joining other mighty nations already consigned to the pit.
  • The Universality of Divine Judgment: The verse powerfully underscores that no nation, no matter how great or seemingly invincible, is beyond the reach of God's judgment. Egypt, a symbol of worldly power and pride, is brought low, just like Assyria, Elam, Meshech-Tubal, Edom, and Sidon—all nations that had once dominated the ancient world. This highlights the absolute sovereignty of the Lord GOD over all human affairs.
  • The Fate of the Unrighteous: The reference to "all his multitude... slain by the sword" signifies a violent, decisive end for those who lived outside of God's covenant and often opposed His people. Their end is one of ignominy and shared demise with other "uncircumcised" nations, a biblical term often denoting those estranged from God's covenant and promises.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "saith the Lord GOD" (Hebrew: Adonai Yahweh) emphasizes the divine authority and certainty of this prophetic word. It is not merely a human prediction but a decree from the sovereign Creator. The term "multitude" (Hebrew: hamôn) refers to the vast array of Pharaoh's forces and population, underscoring the immense scale of the impending destruction. "Slain by the sword" is a common prophetic idiom for judgment and violent death, often indicating a direct act of divine retribution or permission for enemies to conquer.

Practical Application

Ezekiel 32:31 serves as a timeless reminder that earthly power, pride, and military might are ultimately fleeting. For individuals and nations alike, true security and comfort do not lie in temporal strength or in the shared misery of others, but in a right relationship with God. The destiny of Pharaoh and Egypt illustrates the consequences of arrogance and defiance against the divine will. It encourages humility and reliance on God, recognizing that pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. Ultimately, genuine comfort and hope are found only in God's grace and eternal promises, not in the fleeting triumphs or shared failures of this world.

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Ezekiel 31:16

    I made the nations to shake at the sound of his fall, when I cast him down to hell with them that descend into the pit: and all the trees of Eden, the choice and best of Lebanon, all that drink water, shall be comforted in the nether parts of the earth.

  • Ezekiel 14:22

    Yet, behold, therein shall be left a remnant that shall be brought forth, [both] sons and daughters: behold, they shall come forth unto you, and ye shall see their way and their doings: and ye shall be comforted concerning the evil that I have brought upon Jerusalem, [even] concerning all that I have brought upon it.

  • Lamentations 2:13

    What thing shall I take to witness for thee? what thing shall I liken to thee, O daughter of Jerusalem? what shall I equal to thee, that I may comfort thee, O virgin daughter of Zion? for thy breach [is] great like the sea: who can heal thee?

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