By the multitude of thy merchandise they have filled the…
““By the multitude of thy merchandise they have filled the midst of thee with violence, and thou hast sinned: therefore I will cast thee as profane out of the mountain of God: and I will destroy thee, O covering cherub, from the midst of the stones of fire. Thine heart was lifted up because of thy beauty, thou hast corrupted thy wisdom by reason of thy brightness: I will cast thee to the ground, I will lay thee before kings, that they may behold thee. Ezekiel 28:16-17””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage condemns pride and self‑idolatry, warning that hubris leads to downfall and divine judgment.
In simple terms: Pride leads to ruin.
Key Takeaway
Avoid arrogance, stay humble.
Themes
pride
hubris
divine judgment
humility
Mood
solemn
reflective
Type
prophetic
warning
When to use this quote
- personal ambition
- leadership
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
theology
morality
iconoclasm
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pride affect your decisions?
- What humility practices help you?