Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version so that the kingdom would be brought low, unable to rise again, surviving only by keeping his treaty. New Living Translation so Israel would not become strong again and revolt. Only by keeping her treaty with Babylon could Israel survive. English Standard Version that the kingdom might be humble and not lift itself up, and keep his covenant that it might stand. Berean Standard Bible so that the kingdom would be brought low, unable to lift itself up, surviving only by keeping his covenant. King James Bible That the kingdom might be base, that it might not lift itself up, but that by keeping of his covenant it might stand. New King James Version that the kingdom might be brought low and not lift itself up, but that by keeping his covenant it might stand. New American Standard Bible so that the kingdom would be humbled, not exalting itself, but keeping his covenant so that it might continue. NASB 1995 that the kingdom might be in subjection, not exalting itself, but keeping his covenant that it might continue. NASB 1977 that the kingdom might be in subjection, not exalting itself, but keeping his covenant, that it might continue. Legacy Standard Bible that the kingdom might become lowly, not lifting itself up, but keeping his covenant that it might continue. Amplified Bible so that the kingdom would be in subjection, unable to restore itself and rise again, but that by keeping his covenant it might continue. Christian Standard Bible so that the kingdom would be humble and not exalt itself but would keep his covenant in order to endure. Holman Christian Standard Bible so the kingdom might be humble and not exalt itself but might keep his covenant in order to endure. American Standard Version that the kingdom might be base, that it might not lift itself up, but that by keeping his covenant it might stand. Contemporary English Version so that the rest of the people of Judah would obey only him and never gain control of their own country again. English Revised Version that the kingdom might be base, that it might not lift itself up, but that by keeping of his covenant it might stand. GOD'S WORD® Translation so that it would remain a humiliated country and be unable to regain its power. The country could only survive by keeping the treaty. Good News Translation to keep the nation from rising again and to make sure that the treaty would be kept. International Standard Version in order to humiliate the kingdom so it wouldn't be able to return to power, but would still be able to continue as long as he keeps his covenant. Majority Standard Bible so that the kingdom would be brought low, unable to lift itself up, surviving only by keeping his covenant. NET Bible so it would be a lowly kingdom which could not rise on its own but must keep its treaty with him in order to stand. New Heart English Bible that the kingdom might be base, that it might not lift itself up, but that by keeping his covenant it might stand. Webster's Bible Translation That the kingdom might be base, that it might not lift itself up, but that by keeping his covenant it might stand. World English Bible that the kingdom might be brought low, that it might not lift itself up, but that by keeping his covenant it might stand. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThat the kingdom may be humble, "" That it may not lift itself up, "" To keep his covenant—that it may stand. Young's Literal Translation That the kingdom may be humble, That it may not lift itself up, To keep his covenant -- that it may stand. Smith's Literal Translation To be a low kingdom, not to be lifted up, to watch his covenant to stand to it. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThat it may be a low kingdom and not lift itself up, but keep his covenant, and observe it. Catholic Public Domain Version so that it may be a lowly kingdom, and may not lift itself up, and may instead keep his pact and serve it. New American Bible To be a humble kingdom, without high aspirations, to keep his covenant and so survive. New Revised Standard Version so that the kingdom might be humble and not lift itself up, and that by keeping his covenant it might stand. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThat the kingdom might be humbled, and that they might keep his covenant, and stand by him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated But their kingdom shall be laid low and they shall keep his covenant and they shall stand with him OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917that his might be a lowly kingdom, that it might not lift itself up, but that by keeping his covenant it might stand. Brenton Septuagint Translation that it may become a weak kingdom, so as never to lift itself up, that he may keep his covenant, and establish it. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Parable Explained…13He took a member of the royal family and made a covenant with him, putting him under oath. Then he carried away the leading men of the land, 14so that the kingdom would be brought low, unable to lift itself up, surviving only by keeping his covenant. 15But this king rebelled against Babylon by sending his envoys to Egypt to ask for horses and a large army. Will he flourish? Will the one who does such things escape? Can he break a covenant and yet escape?’… Cross References Jeremiah 27:12 And to Zedekiah king of Judah I spoke the same message: “Put your necks under the yoke of the king of Babylon; serve him and his people, and live! 2 Kings 24:17 Then the king of Babylon made Mattaniah, Jehoiachin’s uncle, king in his place and changed his name to Zedekiah. 2 Chronicles 36:13 He also rebelled against King Nebuchadnezzar, who had made him swear by God. But Zedekiah stiffened his neck and hardened his heart against turning to the LORD, the God of Israel. Jeremiah 38:17-18 Then Jeremiah said to Zedekiah, “This is what the LORD God of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: ‘If you indeed surrender to the officers of the king of Babylon, then you will live, this city will not be burned down, and you and your household will survive. / But if you do not surrender to the officers of the king of Babylon, then this city will be delivered into the hands of the Chaldeans. They will burn it down, and you yourself will not escape their grasp.’” Daniel 4:17 This decision is the decree of the watchers, the verdict declared by the holy ones, so that the living will know that the Most High rules over the kingdom of mankind and gives it to whom He wishes, setting over it the lowliest of men.’ Hosea 10:13 You have plowed wickedness and reaped injustice; you have eaten the fruit of lies. Because you have trusted in your own way and in the multitude of your mighty men, Isaiah 30:1-2 “Woe to the rebellious children,” declares the LORD, “to those who carry out a plan that is not Mine, who form an alliance, but against My will, heaping up sin upon sin. / They set out to go down to Egypt without asking My advice, to seek shelter under Pharaoh’s protection and take refuge in Egypt’s shade. Jeremiah 52:3 For because of the anger of the LORD, all this happened in Jerusalem and Judah, until He finally banished them from His presence. And Zedekiah also rebelled against the king of Babylon. 2 Kings 25:6-7 The Chaldeans seized the king and brought him up to the king of Babylon at Riblah, where they pronounced judgment on him. / And they slaughtered the sons of Zedekiah before his eyes. Then they put out his eyes, bound him with bronze shackles, and took him to Babylon. Jeremiah 37:2 But he and his officers and the people of the land refused to obey the words that the LORD had spoken through Jeremiah the prophet. Romans 13:1-2 Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. / Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. 1 Peter 2:13-14 Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to the king as the supreme authority, / or to governors as those sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to praise those who do right. Matthew 22:21 “Caesar’s,” they answered. So Jesus told them, “Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.” John 19:11 Jesus answered, “You would have no authority over Me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed Me over to you is guilty of greater sin.” Acts 5:29 But Peter and the other apostles replied, “We must obey God rather than men. Treasury of Scripture That the kingdom might be base, that it might not lift itself up, but that by keeping of his covenant it might stand. the kingdom Ezekiel 17:6 And it grew, and became a spreading vine of low stature, whose branches turned toward him, and the roots thereof were under him: so it became a vine, and brought forth branches, and shot forth sprigs. Ezekiel 29:14 And I will bring again the captivity of Egypt, and will cause them to return into the land of Pathros, into the land of their habitation; and they shall be there a base kingdom. Deuteronomy 28:43 The stranger that is within thee shall get up above thee very high; and thou shalt come down very low. base. Jeremiah 27:12-17 I spake also to Zedekiah king of Judah according to all these words, saying, Bring your necks under the yoke of the king of Babylon, and serve him and his people, and live… Jeremiah 38:17 Then said Jeremiah unto Zedekiah, Thus saith the LORD, the God of hosts, the God of Israel; If thou wilt assuredly go forth unto the king of Babylon's princes, then thy soul shall live, and this city shall not be burned with fire; and thou shalt live, and thine house: Jump to Previous Agreement Base Continue Covenant Exalting Humble Itself Keeping Kingdom Lift Lifting Power Rise Servants Stand Subjection Surviving Treaty UnableJump to Next Agreement Base Continue Covenant Exalting Humble Itself Keeping Kingdom Lift Lifting Power Rise Servants Stand Subjection Surviving Treaty UnableEzekiel 17 1. Under the parable of two eagles and a vine11. is shown God's judgment upon Jerusalem for revolting from Babylon to Egypt 22. God promises to plant the cedar of the Gospel so that the kingdom would be brought low This phrase refers to the humbling of the kingdom of Judah. Historically, this occurred when Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon invaded Judah, leading to the exile of its people. The kingdom's reduction in power and prestige was a direct consequence of its disobedience to God. This humbling is consistent with the biblical theme that pride precedes a fall (Proverbs 16:18). Theologically, it serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty and the consequences of turning away from His commandments. unable to lift itself up surviving only by keeping his covenant Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel conveyed God's messages to the Israelites, often using symbolic language and parables. 2. The Kingdom of Judah The southern kingdom of Israel, which was under threat and eventually fell to Babylon due to its disobedience to God. 3. Babylon The empire that conquered Judah, representing God's instrument of judgment against His people for their unfaithfulness. 4. Zedekiah The last king of Judah, who broke his covenant with Babylon, leading to the kingdom's downfall. 5. The Covenant Refers to the agreement between Zedekiah and Babylon, which he violated, symbolizing Judah's broader failure to keep its covenant with God. Teaching Points Covenant FaithfulnessGod's people are called to be faithful to their covenants, both with Him and with others. Breaking these covenants leads to spiritual and often physical consequences. Humility and Dependence on God The kingdom was brought low to teach reliance on God rather than self-sufficiency. Believers should cultivate humility and trust in God's provision and guidance. Consequences of Disobedience Disobedience to God's commands and covenants results in judgment and hardship. This serves as a warning to remain steadfast in faith and obedience. God's Sovereignty in Judgment God uses nations and events to fulfill His purposes. Understanding His sovereignty helps believers trust in His ultimate plan, even in difficult circumstances. Restoration through Repentance Despite judgment, God offers restoration to those who repent and return to Him. This is a message of hope and redemption for all believers.(14) That the kingdom might be base.--(See the Notes on Ezekiel 17:6.) Hebrew so that the kingdomמַמְלָכָ֣ה (mam·lā·ḵāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4467: Kingdom, sovereignty, dominion, reign would be לִֽהְיוֹת֙ (lih·yō·wṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be brought low, שְׁפָלָ֔ה (šə·p̄ā·lāh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 8217: Depressed unable לְבִלְתִּ֖י (lə·ḇil·tî) Preposition-l Strong's 1115: A failure of, not, except, without, unless, besides, because not, until to lift itself up, הִתְנַשֵּׂ֑א (hiṯ·naś·śê) Verb - Hitpael - Infinitive construct Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take keeping לִשְׁמֹ֥ר (liš·mōr) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to his covenant בְּרִית֖וֹ (bə·rî·ṯōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1285: A covenant to survive. לְעָמְדָֽהּ׃ (lə·‘ā·mə·ḏāh) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations Links Ezekiel 17:14 NIVEzekiel 17:14 NLT Ezekiel 17:14 ESV Ezekiel 17:14 NASB Ezekiel 17:14 KJV Ezekiel 17:14 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 17:14 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 17:14 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 17:14 French Bible Ezekiel 17:14 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 17:14 That the kingdom might be base that (Ezek. 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