1 Kings 6:24

Verse

One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was five cubits long as well. So the full wingspan was ten cubits.

American Standard Version (1901)

And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits.

Bible in Basic English

With outstretched wings five cubits wide; the distance from the edge of one wing to the edge of the other was ten cubits.

Free Bible Version

Both wings of the cherub measured five cubits, making a total wingspan of ten cubits.

Geneva Bible 1599

The wing also of the one Cherub was fiue cubites, and the wing of the other Cherub was fiue cubites: from the vttermost part of one of his wings vnto the vttermost part of the other of his wings, were ten cubites.

King James (Authorized) Version

And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits.

Translation for Translators

They each were the same size and had the same shape. They each had two wings which were spread out. Each wing was 7-1/2 feet long, with the result that the distance between the outer ends of the two wings was 15 feet.

Unlocked Literal Bible

One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long and its other wing was also five cubits long. So from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other there was a distance of ten cubits.

Noah Webster Bible

And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing to the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits.

World English Bible

Five cubits was the length of one wing of the cherub, and five cubits was the length of the other wing of the cherub. From the tip of one wing to the tip of the other was ten cubits.

Young's Literal Translation

and five cubits [is] the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the second wing of the cherub, ten cubits from the ends of its wings even unto the ends of its wings;

Context

The Cherubim

²³In the inner sanctuary he made two cherubim, each ten cubits high, out of olive wood.²⁴One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was five cubits long as well. So the full wingspan was ten cubits.²⁵The second cherub also measured ten cubits; both cherubim had the same size and shape,

Summary

In this verse, we see the intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into building Solomon's temple. The cherubim, which were symbolic of God's presence and protection, were carved and overlaid with gold, highlighting the reverence and splendor of the place of worship. This verse reflects the importance of honoring God with excellence and beauty in our worship and service. It also serves as a reminder of the significance of dedicating our best efforts and resources to the Lord, acknowledging His greatness and glory.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

And the other cherub was ten cubits,.... That is, its wings stretched out measured so many cubits, as did those of the other: both the cherubim were of one measure, and of one size; of the same height and stature, of the same breadth of their wings, and of the same bulk of their bodies; they were of "image work"; Ch2 3:10; very probably in the form of men: and this uniformity may denote the perfect agreement of angels; or else the consent of the true faithful witnesses of Christ in all ages, who have all agreed in the person, office, and grace of Christ, as represented by the mercy seat and ark, which these cherubim covered with their wings.

1 Kings 6:24

The Cherubim

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Berean Standard Bible

One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was five cubits long as well. So the full wingspan was ten cubits.

American Standard Version (1901)

And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits.

Bible in Basic English

With outstretched wings five cubits wide; the distance from the edge of one wing to the edge of the other was ten cubits.

Free Bible Version

Both wings of the cherub measured five cubits, making a total wingspan of ten cubits.

Geneva Bible 1599

King James (Authorized) Version

And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits.

Translation for Translators

Unlocked Literal Bible

One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long and its other wing was also five cubits long. So from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other there was a distance of ten cubits.

Noah Webster Bible

And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing to the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits.

World English Bible

Five cubits was the length of one wing of the cherub, and five cubits was the length of the other wing of the cherub. From the tip of one wing to the tip of the other was ten cubits.

Young's Literal Translation

and five cubits [is] the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the second wing of the cherub, ten cubits from the ends of its wings even unto the ends of its wings;