Ezekiel 41:10
“And between the chambers was the wideness of twenty cubits round about the house on every side.”
Ezekiel 41:10 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- And between the chambers was the wideness of twenty cubits round about the house on every side.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- And between the chambers was the breadth of twenty cubits round about the house on every side.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- And between the chambers was a breadth of twenty cubits round about the house on every side.
- DARBYDarby
- And between the cells and the house was a width of twenty cubits round about the house on every side.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Between the rooms was a breadth of twenty cubits around the house on every side.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- And between the chambers is a breadth of twenty cubits round about the house, all round about.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Between the chambers, there was a width of twenty cubits all around the house on every side.
Context: Ezekiel 41
8I saw also the height of the house round about: the foundations of the side chambers were a full reed of six great cubits.
9The thickness of the wall, which was for the side chamber without, was five cubits: and that which was left was the place of the side chambers that were within.
10And between the chambers was the wideness of twenty cubits round about the house on every side.
11And the doors of the side chambers were toward the place that was left, one door toward the north, and another door toward the south: and the breadth of the place that was left was five cubits round about.
12Now the building that was before the separate place at the end toward the west was seventy cubits broad; and the wall of the building was five cubits thick round about, and the length thereof ninety cubits.
About Ezekiel 41: The Inner Chambers of the Temple
In Ezekiel chapter 41, the prophet receives a detailed vision of the inner chambers of the temple. The chapter provides measurements and descriptions of the sanctuary, the Holy of Holies, and the side chambers. It emphasizes the grandeur and holiness of the temple, as well as the importance of its specific dimensions and layouts.
Commentary
The book of Ezekiel is known for its vivid and detailed prophetic visions, and chapter 41 is no exception. The temple was the center of Jewish religious life, and its detailed description in this passage highlights its spiritual significance to the people. The dimension and symmetry of the temple demonstrates that God is a God of order and details. The chapter reminds the readers that the sanctity of the temple calls for holiness, and it serves as a reminder to reinstate respect and honor for the sanctuary of the Lord. It also provides hope for the exiles who were in Babylon, assuring them that their place of worship will be rebuilt according to the plan and measurements prescribed by God. Overall, Ezekiel chapter 41 emphasizes the importance of God's presence in the midst of the people and how significantly aligned to His plan it must be.