The isles of Elishah — Probably the sea — coast of Aeolis in the lesser Asia, the inhabitants whereof were excellent in the skill of dying wool. Which covered — He speaks of the coverings they used in their ships or galleys: their tilts, as our boat — men call them.
Related Commentaries of Ezekiel 27:7
Ezekiel 27:7
7 Fine linen with broidered work from Egypt was that which thou spreadest forth to be thy sail; bluee and purple from the isles of Elishah was that which covered thee.