Ezekiel, 31

14. Thus no tree may grow lofty in stature or raise its crest among the clouds; no tree fed by water may stand by itself in its loftiness. For all of them are destined for death, for the land below, For the company of mortals, those who go down into the pit.

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Ezekiel 31 describes the fall of Egypt's Pharaoh and its greatness compared to the majesty of a giant tree that was cut and fell. The topics covered include God's sovereignty over nations and the danger of arrogance and pride.

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