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◄ Ezekiel 16:14►

New International Version
And your fame spread among the nations on account of your beauty, because the splendor I had given you made your beauty perfect, declares the Sovereign LORD.

New Living Translation
Your fame soon spread throughout the world because of your beauty. I dressed you in my splendor and perfected your beauty, says the Sovereign LORD.

English Standard Version
And your renown went forth among the nations because of your beauty, for it was perfect through the splendor that I had bestowed on you, declares the Lord GOD.

Berean Standard Bible
Your fame spread among the nations on account of your beauty, for it was perfect in the splendor I bestowed on you, declares the Lord GOD.

King James Bible
And thy renown went forth among the heathen for thy beauty: for itwas perfect through my comeliness, which I had put upon thee, saith the Lord GOD.

New King James Version
Your fame went out among the nations because of your beauty, for itwas perfect through My splendor which I had bestowed on you,” says the Lord GOD.

New American Standard Bible
Then your fame spread among the nations on account of your beauty, for it was perfect because of My splendor which I bestowed on you,” declares the Lord GOD.

NASB 1995
“Then your fame went forth among the nations on account of your beauty, for it was perfect because of My splendor which I bestowed on you,” declares the Lord GOD.

NASB 1977
“Then your fame went forth among the nations on account of your beauty, for it was perfect because of My splendor which I bestowed on you,” declares the Lord GOD.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then your name went forth among the nations on account of your beauty, for it was perfect because of My majesty which I set on you,” declares Lord Yahweh.

Amplified Bible
Then your fame went out among the nations on account of your beauty, for it was perfect because of My majestyand splendor which I bestowed on you,” says the Lord GOD.

Christian Standard Bible
Your fame spread among the nations because of your beauty, for it was perfect through my splendor, which I had bestowed on you. This is the declaration of the Lord GOD.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Your fame spread among the nations because of your beauty, for it was perfect through My splendor, which I had bestowed on you.” This is the declaration of the Lord GOD.”

American Standard Version
And thy renown went forth among the nations for thy beauty; for it was perfect, through my majesty which I had put upon thee, saith the Lord Jehovah.

Contemporary English Version
and everyone on earth knew it. I, the LORD God, had helped you become a lovely young woman.

English Revised Version
And thy renown went forth among the nations for thy beauty; for it was perfect through my majesty which I had put upon thee, saith the Lord GOD.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
You became famous in every nation because of your beauty. Your beauty was perfect because I gave you my glory, declares the Almighty LORD.

Good News Translation
You became famous in every nation for your perfect beauty, because I was the one who made you so lovely." This is what the Sovereign LORD says.

International Standard Version
Your fame spread throughout the nations because of your beauty. You were perfectly beautiful due to my splendor with which I endowed you," declares the Lord GOD.

NET Bible
Your fame spread among the nations because of your beauty; your beauty was perfect because of the splendor which I bestowed on you, declares the sovereign LORD.

New Heart English Bible
Your renown went forth among the nations for your beauty; for it was perfect, through my majesty which I had put on you,' says the Lord GOD.

Webster's Bible Translation
And thy renown went forth among the heathen for thy beauty: for it was perfect through my comeliness, which I had put upon thee, saith the Lord GOD.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
Your fame spread among the nations on account of your beauty, for it was perfect in the splendor I bestowed on you, declares the Lord GOD.

World English Bible
Your renown went out among the nations for your beauty; for it was perfect, through my majesty which I had put on you,” says the Lord Yahweh.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And your name goes forth among nations, "" Because of your beauty—for it [is] complete, "" In My honor that I have set on you, "" A declaration of Lord YHWH.

Young's Literal Translation
And go forth doth thy name among nations, Because of thy beauty -- for it is complete, In My honour that I have set upon thee, An affirmation of the Lord Jehovah.

Smith's Literal Translation
And a name went forth to thee among the nations in thy beauty: for it was perfected by my decoration which I put upon thee, says the Lord Jehovah

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And thy renown went forth among the nations for thy beauty: for thou wast perfect through my beauty, which I had put upon thee, saith the Lord God.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And your renown went forth among the Gentiles, because of your beauty. For you were perfected by my beauty, which I had placed upon you, says the Lord God.

New American Bible
You were renowned among the nations for your beauty, perfected by the splendor I showered on you—oracle of the Lord GOD.

New Revised Standard Version
Your fame spread among the nations on account of your beauty, for it was perfect because of my splendor that I had bestowed on you, says the Lord GOD.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And your renown went forth among the Gentiles for your beauty, because of the beautiful crown of my glory which I put upon you, says the LORD God.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the fame of your beauty went out among the Gentiles, because the crown of my glory I set upon you, says THE LORD OF LORDS

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And thy renown went forth among the nations for thy beauty; for it was perfect, through My splendour which I had put upon thee, saith the Lord GOD.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And thy name went forth among the nations for thy beauty: because it was perfected with elegance,and in the comeliness which I put upon thee, saith the Lord.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Jerusalem's Unfaithfulness
…13So you were adorned with gold and silver, and your clothing was made of fine linen, silk, and embroidered cloth. You ate fine flour, honey, and oil. You became very beautiful and rose to be queen.14Your fame spread among the nations on account of your beauty,for it was perfect in the splendor I bestowed on you,declares the Lord GOD.15But because of your fame, you trusted in your beauty and played the harlot. You lavished your favors on everyone who passed by, and your beauty was theirs for the asking.…

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Cross References

Isaiah 62:3
You will be a crown of glory in the hand of the LORD, a royal diadem in the palm of your God.

Psalm 45:11
and the king will desire your beauty; bow to him, for he is your lord.

Hosea 2:19-20
So I will betroth you to Me forever; I will betroth you in righteousness and justice, in loving devotion and compassion. / And I will betroth you in faithfulness, and you will know the LORD.”

Revelation 21:2
I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.

Revelation 19:7-8
Let us rejoice and be glad and give Him the glory. For the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His bride has made herself ready. / She was given clothing of fine linen, bright and pure.” For the fine linen she wears is the righteous acts of the saints.

2 Corinthians 11:2
I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy. For I promised you to one husband, to present you as a pure virgin to Christ.

Ephesians 5:25-27
Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her / to sanctify her, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, / and to present her to Himself as a glorious church, without stain or wrinkle or any such blemish, but holy and blameless.

Jeremiah 13:11
For just as a loincloth clings to a man’s waist, so I have made the whole house of Israel and the whole house of Judah cling to Me, declares the LORD, so that they might be My people for My renown and praise and glory. But they did not listen.

Isaiah 61:10
I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.

Song of Solomon 4:7
You are altogether beautiful, my darling; in you there is no flaw.

1 Peter 3:3-4
Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair or gold jewelry or fine clothes, / but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight.

Isaiah 60:9
Surely the islands will wait for Me, with the ships of Tarshish in the lead, to bring your children from afar, with their silver and gold, to the honor of the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, for He has glorified you.

Jeremiah 33:9
So this city will bring Me renown, joy, praise, and glory before all the nations of the earth, who will hear of all the good I do for it. They will tremble in awe because of all the goodness and prosperity that I will provide for it.

Deuteronomy 26:19
that He will set you high in praise and name and honor above all the nations He has made, and that you will be a holy people to the LORD your God, as He has promised.

1 Kings 10:24
The whole world sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart.

Treasury of Scripture

And your renown went forth among the heathen for your beauty: for it was perfect through my comeliness, which I had put on you, said the Lord GOD.

thy renown

Deuteronomy 4:6-8,32-38
Keep therefore and dothem; for thisis your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the nations, which shall hear all these statutes, and say, Surely this great nationis a wise and understanding people…

Joshua 2:9-11
And she said unto the men, I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you…

Joshua 9:6-9
And they went to Joshua unto the camp at Gilgal, and said unto him, and to the men of Israel, We be come from a far country: now therefore make ye a league with us…

through

1 Corinthians 4:7
For who maketh thee to differfrom another? and what hast thou that thou didst not receive? now if thou didst receiveit, why dost thou glory, as if thou hadst not receivedit?

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Ezekiel 16

1.Under the parable of a wretched infant is shown the natural state of Jerusalem
6.God's extraordinary love toward her,
15.Her grievous judgment
35.Her sin, equal to her mother,
46.and exceeding her sisters, Sodom and Samaria,
59.calls for judgments
60.Mercy is promised her in the end

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

Your fame spread among the nations
This phrase highlights the widespread recognition and renown that Israel, represented as a woman in this allegory, achieved among surrounding nations. Historically, Israel's fame can be attributed to its unique relationship with God, who delivered them from Egypt, gave them the Law, and established them in the Promised Land. The fame also reflects the prosperity and influence during the reigns of kings like David and Solomon, when Israel was at its zenith in terms of political power and cultural influence. This fame is not just about political might but also about the spiritual and moral laws that set Israel apart from other nations.

on account of your beauty
The beauty mentioned here is symbolic of the spiritual and moral purity that Israel was meant to embody as God's chosen people. This beauty is not inherent but is a result of God's blessings and favor. In a broader biblical context, beauty often symbolizes righteousness and holiness. The beauty of Israel can also be seen as a type of the Church, which is described as the Bride of Christ, adorned and made beautiful through the righteousness of Christ (Ephesians 5:25-27).

for it was perfect in the splendor I bestowed on you
This phrase emphasizes that the perfection and splendor of Israel were not due to their own merits but were gifts from God. The splendor bestowed by God includes the covenant relationship, the Law, the Temple, and the land itself. This reflects the biblical theme of grace, where God bestows unmerited favor upon His people. The perfection here can also be seen as a foreshadowing of the ultimate perfection found in Jesus Christ, who fulfills the Law and the Prophets and brings about the new covenant.

declares the Lord GOD
This declaration underscores the authority and sovereignty of God in the narrative. It is a reminder that the words spoken are not merely the prophet's but are divinely inspired. The use of "Lord GOD" (YHWH Elohim) emphasizes both the covenantal and the universal aspects of God's character. This phrase assures the reader of the certainty and seriousness of the message, as it comes from the ultimate authority. It also connects to the prophetic tradition where God's declarations often include both judgment and hope, pointing to the ultimate redemption through Christ.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Ezekiel
A prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is the author of the book and the one through whom God communicates His messages to Israel.

2.Jerusalem
The city symbolically represented as a woman in this chapter, adorned and beautified by God, but later becoming unfaithful.

3.The Nations
Refers to the surrounding peoples who observed the splendor and fame of Jerusalem, which was a result of God's blessings.

4.The Lord GOD
The sovereign deity who bestows beauty and splendor upon Jerusalem, highlighting His role as the source of all blessings.

5.The Exile
The historical context of Ezekiel's prophecies, where Israel is in Babylonian captivity due to their unfaithfulness.

Teaching Points

God as the Source of Beauty and Blessing
Recognize that any beauty or success we possess is a result of God's grace and favor. We should remain humble and grateful, acknowledging Him as the source.

The Danger of Pride and Unfaithfulness
Just as Jerusalem's beauty led to pride and eventual unfaithfulness, we must guard our hearts against becoming prideful or turning away from God when we experience His blessings.

The Call to Reflect God's Glory
Our lives should reflect the splendor and glory of God, serving as a testimony to others of His goodness and grace.

The Importance of Faithfulness
God desires a faithful relationship with His people. We are called to remain steadfast in our commitment to Him, even amidst blessings and prosperity.

Repentance and Restoration
Even when we fall short, God offers a path to repentance and restoration. We should seek His forgiveness and strive to return to a right relationship with Him.

Lists and Questions

Top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 16

How is Satan connected to music?

In Ezekiel 27, how can the prophecy of Tyre's total destruction be reconciled with historical evidence that Tyre persisted for centuries?

If Ezekiel 28:13 describes precious stones that heavily imply Eden, how does this align with the historical context of a Phoenician city-state?

Why does Ezekiel 28 present Tyre's prince or king with traits that mirror those of Adam or Satan, yet no clear explanation is given for this blending of identities?

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 14. -It was perfect, etc. (compare the phrase, "perfection of beauty," inPsalm 1:2;Lamentations 2:15, as applied to Jerusalem). The prophet, in the words,mycomeliness -majesty(Revised Version) - lays stress on the fact that that "perfection" was itself the gift of God.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Your fame
שֵׁ֛ם(šêm)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8034:A name

spread
וַיֵּ֨צֵא(way·yê·ṣê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3318:To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

among the nations
בַּגּוֹיִ֖ם(bag·gō·w·yim)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1471:A foreign nation, a Gentile, a troop of animals, a flight of locusts

on account of your beauty,
בְּיָפְיֵ֑ךְ(bə·yā·p̄ə·yêḵ)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person feminine singular
Strong's 3308:Beauty

for
כִּ֣י ׀(kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunction

it [was]
ה֗וּא(hū)
Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931:He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

perfect
כָּלִ֣יל(kā·lîl)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 3632:Complete, the whole, as, fully

in the splendor
בַּֽהֲדָרִי֙(ba·hă·ḏā·rî)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 1926:Magnificence, ornament, splendor

I bestowed
שַׂ֣מְתִּי(śam·tî)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 7760:Put -- to put, place, set

on you,
עָלַ֔יִךְ(‘ā·la·yiḵ)
Preposition | second person feminine singular
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, against

declares
נְאֻ֖ם(nə·’um)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5002:An oracle

the Lord
אֲדֹנָ֥י(’ă·ḏō·nāy)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 136:The Lord

GOD.
יְהוִֽה׃(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

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OT Prophets: Ezekiel 16:14 Your renown went forth among the nations (Ezek. Eze Ezk)