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The ships of Tarshish were your caravans for your merchandise: and you were replenished, and made very glorious in the heart of the seas.
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Tyre's Mighty Fleet
Scholars explain that "ships of Tarshish" likely refers not to a specific origin but to the largest class of vessels, similar to how we might say "ocean liner." These ships were the backbone of Tyre's prosperity. A key phrase is debated, with interpretations suggesting these ships were Tyre's "bulwarks" (defenses), "caravans" (commerce), or "princes" (chief traders), all highlighting their central role in Tyre's glory.
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Ezekiel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Did sing of thee - Or, were your bulwarks, that is, bulwarks of your traffic. Others render it: “were your caravans,” your merchandise.
19th Century
Anglican
Ships of Tarshish means simply ships of the largest size, such as were fitted for the voyage to Tarshish: as we now say, …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The ships of Tarshish did sing of thee in market The ships of the sea in general; for Tarshish is used for the sea; …
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