1. The Lord spoke his word to me. He said,
2. “Son of man, tell the ruler of Tyre, ‘This is what the Almighty Lord says:In your arrogance you say,“I’m a god. I sit on God’s throne in the sea.”But you’re only human and not a god,although you think you are a god.
3. You think that you are wiser than Danieland that no secret can be hidden from you.
4. Because you are wise and understanding,you’ve made yourself rich.You saved gold and silver in your treasuries.
5. Because of your great skill in trading,you’ve made yourself very wealthy.You have become arrogant because of your wealth.
6. “‘This is what the Almighty Lord says:You think you are wise like God.
7. That is why I am going to bring foreigners against you,the most ruthless foreigners among the nations.They will draw their swords against your fine wisdomand dishonor your greatness.