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New International Version
Then all people will know that I the LORD have drawn my sword from its sheath; it will not return again.’

New Living Translation
Everyone in the world will know that I am the LORD. My sword is in my hand, and it will not return to its sheath until its work is finished.’

English Standard Version
And all flesh shall know that I am the LORD. I have drawn my sword from its sheath; it shall not be sheathed again.

Berean Standard Bible
Then all flesh will know that I, the LORD, have taken My sword from its sheath, not to return it again.’

King James Bible
That all flesh may know that I the LORD have drawn forth my sword out of his sheath: it shall not return any more.

New King James Version
that all flesh may know that I, the LORD, have drawn My sword out of its sheath; it shall not return anymore.” ’

New American Standard Bible
So humanity will know that I, the LORD, have drawn My sword from its sheath. It will not returnto its sheath again.”’

NASB 1995
“Thus all flesh will know that I, the LORD, have drawn My sword out of its sheath. It will not return to its sheath again."’

NASB 1977
“Thus all flesh will know that I, the LORD, have drawn My sword out of its sheath. It will not returnto its sheath again.”’

Legacy Standard Bible
Thus all flesh will know that I, Yahweh, have brought out My sword from its sheath. It will not returnto its sheath again.”’

Amplified Bible
and all living will know [without any doubt] that I the LORD have drawn My sword out of its sheath; it will not be sheathed again.”’

Christian Standard Bible
So all humanity will know that I, the LORD, have taken my sword from its sheath—it will not be sheathed again.’

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So all the people will know that I, Yahweh, have taken My sword from its sheath—it will not be sheathed again.”

American Standard Version
and all flesh shall know that I, Jehovah, have drawn forth my sword out of its sheath; it shall not return any more.

Contemporary English Version
knowing that my sword will never be put away.

English Revised Version
and all flesh shall know that I the LORD have drawn forth my sword out of its sheath; it shall not return any more.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then everyone will know that I, the LORD, have taken my sword from its scabbard, and I will not put it back again.'

Good News Translation
Everyone will know that I, the LORD, have drawn my sword and that I will not put it away.

International Standard Version
Then everyone will know that I am the LORD, who unsheathed my sword, and who won't have to unsheathe it again."'

NET Bible
Then everyone will know that I am the LORD, who drew my sword from its sheath--it will not be sheathed again!'

New Heart English Bible
and all flesh shall know that I, the LORD, have drawn forth my sword out of its sheath; it shall not return any more."'

Webster's Bible Translation
That all flesh may know that I the LORD have drawn my sword out of its sheath: it shall not return any more.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
Then all flesh will know that I, the LORD, have taken My sword from its sheath, not to return it again.’

World English Bible
All flesh will know that I, Yahweh, have drawn my sword out of its sheath. It will not return any more.”’

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And all flesh has known that I, YHWH, "" Have brought out My sword from its scabbard, "" It does not turn back anymore.

Young's Literal Translation
And known have all flesh that I, Jehovah, Have brought out My sword from its scabbard, It doth not turn back any more.

Smith's Literal Translation
And all flesh knew that I Jehovah brought forth my sword from its sheath: it shall no more turn back.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
That all flesh may know that I the Lord have drawn my sword out of its sheath not to be turned back.

Catholic Public Domain Version
So may all flesh know that I, the Lord, have led my sword out of its sheath irrevocably.

New American Bible
and all flesh shall know that I, the LORD, have drawn my sword from its scabbard. It cannot return again.

New Revised Standard Version
and all flesh shall know that I the LORD have drawn my sword out of its sheath; it shall not be sheathed again.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
That all flesh may know that I the LORD have drawn forth my sword out of its sheath; it shall not return any more.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And everybody shall know that I, LORD JEHOVAH, have brought out my sword from its sheath, and it shall not return again

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
and all flesh shall know that I the LORD have drawn forth My sword out of its sheath; it shall not return any more.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and all flesh shall know that I the Lord have drawn forth my sword out of its sheath: it shall not return any more.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The LORD's Sword of Judgment
…4Because I will cut off both the righteous and the wicked, My sword will be unsheathed against everyone from south to north.5Then all flesh will know that I,the LORD,have taken My sword from its sheath,not to return it again.’6But you, son of man, groan! Groan before their eyes with a broken heart and bitter grief.…

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Cross References

Isaiah 45:23
By Myself I have sworn; truth has gone out from My mouth, a word that will not be revoked: Every knee will bow before Me, every tongue will swear allegiance.

Jeremiah 25:29
For behold, I am beginning to bring disaster on the city that bears My Name, so how could you possibly go unpunished? You will not go unpunished, for I am calling down a sword upon all the inhabitants of the earth, declares the LORD of Hosts.’

Isaiah 55:11
so My word that proceeds from My mouth will not return to Me empty, but it will accomplish what I please, and it will prosper where I send it.

Jeremiah 23:20
The anger of the LORD will not turn back until He has fully accomplished the purposes of His heart. In the days to come you will understand this clearly.

Numbers 23:19
God is not a man, that He should lie, or a son of man, that He should change His mind. Does He speak and not act? Does He promise and not fulfill?

Isaiah 14:24
The LORD of Hosts has sworn: “Surely, as I have planned, so will it be; as I have purposed, so will it stand.

Jeremiah 44:28
Those who escape the sword will return from Egypt to Judah, few in number, and the whole remnant of Judah who went to dwell in the land of Egypt will know whose word will stand, Mine or theirs!

Isaiah 40:8
The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of our God stands forever.”

Jeremiah 30:24
The fierce anger of the LORD will not turn back until He has fully accomplished the purposes of His heart. In the days to come you will understand this.

Isaiah 46:10
I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’

Matthew 24:35
Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away.

Hebrews 4:12
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

Romans 14:11
It is written: “As surely as I live, says the Lord, every knee will bow before Me; every tongue will confess to God.”

Revelation 19:15
And from His mouth proceeds a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations, and He will rule them with an iron scepter. He treads the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty.

John 12:48
There is a judge for the one who rejects Me and does not receive My words: The word that I have spoken will judge him on the last day.

Treasury of Scripture

That all flesh may know that I the LORD have drawn forth my sword out of his sheath: it shall not return any more.

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Ezekiel 20:48
And all flesh shall see that I the LORD have kindled it: it shall not be quenched.

Numbers 14:21-23
Butas trulyas I live, all the earth shall be filled with the glory of the LORD…

Deuteronomy 29:24-28
Even all nations shall say, Wherefore hath the LORD done thus unto this land? whatmeaneth the heat of this great anger? …

it shall

Ezekiel 21:30
Shall I causeit to return into his sheath? I will judge thee in the place where thou wast created, in the land of thy nativity.

1 Samuel 3:12
In that day I will perform against Eli allthings which I have spoken concerning his house: when I begin, I will also make an end.

Isaiah 45:23
I have sworn by myself, the word is gone out of my mouthin righteousness, and shall not return, That unto me every knee shall bow, every tongue shall swear.

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Ezekiel 21

1.Ezekiel prophesies against Jerusalem with a sign of sighing
8.The sharp and bright sword
18.against Jerusalem
25.against the kingdom
28.and against the Ammonites

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

Then all flesh will know
This phrase emphasizes the universality of God's actions and the recognition of His sovereignty. In biblical context, "all flesh" often refers to all humanity, indicating that God's judgment and power are not limited to Israel but extend to all nations. This echoes themes found inIsaiah 45:23, where every knee shall bow, andPhilippians 2:10-11, where every tongue will confess the Lordship of Christ.

that I, the LORD,
The use of "I, the LORD" underscores the personal involvement and authority of God in the events described. It is a reminder of the covenant name of God, Yahweh, which signifies His eternal presence and faithfulness. This phrase is a declaration of His identity and His role as the ultimate judge and ruler, as seen throughout the Old Testament, particularly in the prophetic books.

have taken My sword from its sheath,
The imagery of God taking His sword from its sheath symbolizes the initiation of divine judgment. In ancient Near Eastern culture, the sword was a common symbol of power and authority, often associated with kings and warriors. This metaphor indicates that God is actively engaging in judgment, similar to the imagery found inRevelation 19:15, where Christ wields a sword to execute judgment.

not to return it again.’
This phrase suggests the finality and completeness of God's judgment. Once God's sword is drawn, it will not be sheathed until His purposes are fulfilled. This can be connected to the concept of God's irreversible decrees, as seen inIsaiah 55:11, where God's word accomplishes what He desires. It also foreshadows the ultimate judgment at the end of the age, as described inRevelation 20:11-15.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Ezekiel
A prophet during the Babylonian exile, tasked with delivering God's messages to the Israelites.

2.The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant God of Israel, who is executing judgment.

3.Sword
Symbolizes God's impending judgment and wrath against Jerusalem and the nations.

4.Israel
The primary audience of Ezekiel's prophecy, facing judgment due to their disobedience.

5.Babylonian Exile
The historical context in which Ezekiel prophesied, a period of punishment and reflection for Israel.

Teaching Points

God's Sovereignty in Judgment
God's actions are purposeful and demonstrate His ultimate authority over all nations.

The Certainty of God's Word
When God declares judgment, it is certain and irrevocable, emphasizing the seriousness of His pronouncements.

Call to Repentance
Understanding the certainty of God's judgment should lead to repentance and a turning back to Him.

The Universality of God's Judgment
"All flesh" indicates that God's judgment is not limited to Israel but extends to all humanity, underscoring the need for global accountability.

Hope in God's Justice
While the sword represents judgment, it also assures us that God will ultimately set things right, providing hope for the oppressed.

Lists and Questions

Top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 21

How can the severe judgment imagery in Ezekiel 21 be reconciled with teachings elsewhere in Scripture about God's mercy?

Is there any evidence outside the Bible supporting the military and political tumult depicted throughout Ezekiel 21?

In Ezekiel 21:3-4, how can God threaten to destroy both the righteous and the wicked without contradicting other texts that portray Him as just?

In Ezekiel 5:11-12, how can we reconcile the promised devastating punishment (famine, sword, and scattering) with accounts from other biblical or secular sources?

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(5)It shall not return any more--i.e.,until it has fully accomplished its purpose. Other judgments upon Israel had been arrested in mercy--the sword had been returned to the scabbard while its work was still incomplete. This will go on to the end.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Then all
כָּל־(kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, every

flesh
בָּשָׂ֔ר(bā·śār)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1320:Flesh, body, person, the pudenda of a, man

will know
וְיָֽדְעוּ֙(wə·yā·ḏə·‘ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 3045:To know

that
כִּ֚י(kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunction

I,
אֲנִ֣י(’ă·nî)
Pronoun - first person common singular
Strong's 589:I

the LORD,
יְהוָ֔ה(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

have taken
הוֹצֵ֥אתִי(hō·w·ṣê·ṯî)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 3318:To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

My sword
חַרְבִּ֖י(ḥar·bî)
Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 2719:Drought, a cutting instrument, as a, knife, sword

from its sheath,
מִתַּעְרָ֑הּ(mit·ta‘·rāh)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 8593:A knife, razor, a scabbard

not
לֹ֥א(lō)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, no

to return it
תָשׁ֖וּב(ṯā·šūḇ)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 7725:To turn back, in, to retreat, again

again.’
עֽוֹד׃(‘ō·wḏ)
Adverb
Strong's 5750:Iteration, continuance, again, repeatedly, still, more

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OT Prophets: Ezekiel 21:5 And all flesh shall know that (Ezek. Eze Ezk)