Ezekiel 1:27
Ezekiel 1:27 in Multiple Translations
From what seemed to be His waist up, I saw a gleam like amber, with what looked like fire within it all around. And from what seemed to be His waist down, I saw what looked like fire; and brilliant light surrounded Him.
And I saw as the colour of amber, as the appearance of fire round about within it, from the appearance of his loins even upward, and from the appearance of his loins even downward, I saw as it were the appearance of fire, and it had brightness round about.
And I saw as it were glowing metal, as the appearance of fire within it round about, from the appearance of his loins and upward; and from the appearance of his loins and downward I saw as it were the appearance of fire, and there was brightness round about him.
And I saw it coloured like electrum, with the look of fire in it and round it, going up from what seemed to be the middle of his body; and going down from what seemed to be the middle of his body I saw what was like fire, and there was a bright light shining round him.
From what seemed to be his waist upwards, he looked like glowing metal with fire inside and everywhere around. From what seemed to be his waist downwards, I saw what looked like fire. He was surrounded by very bright light.
And I sawe as the appearance of amber, and as the similitude of fire round about within it to looke to, euen from his loynes vpwarde: and to looke to, euen from his loynes downewarde, I sawe as a likenesse of fire, and brightnesse round about it.
And I see as the colour of copper, as the appearance of fire within it round about, from the appearance of his loins and upward, and from the appearance of his loins and downward, I have seen as the appearance of fire, and brightness [is] to it round about.
I saw as it were glowing metal, as the appearance of fire within it all around, from the appearance of his waist and upward; and from the appearance of his waist and downward I saw as it were the appearance of fire, and there was brightness around him.
And I saw as the color of amber, as the appearance of fire around within it, from the appearance of his loins even upward, and from the appearance of his loins even downward, I saw as it were the appearance of fire, and it had brightness on all sides.
And I saw as it were the resemblance of amber as the appearance of fire within it round about: from his loins and upward, and from his loins downward, I saw as it were the resemblance of fire shining round about.
I saw that above his waist his body resembled metal that was glowing as though it hada very hot fire inside it. And I saw that below his waist there was a very brilliant light that surrounded him.
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Ezekiel 1:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וָ/אֵ֣רֶא
כְּ/עֵ֣ין
חַשְׁמַ֗ל
כְּ/מַרְאֵה
אֵ֤שׁ
בֵּֽית
לָ/הּ֙
סָבִ֔יב
מִ/מַּרְאֵ֥ה
מָתְנָ֖י/ו
וּ/לְ/מָ֑עְלָ/ה
וּ/מִ/מַּרְאֵ֤ה
מָתְנָי/ו֙
וּ/לְ/מַ֔טָּה
רָאִ֨יתִי֙
כְּ/מַרְאֵה
אֵ֔שׁ
וְ/נֹ֥גַֽהּ
ל֖/וֹ
סָבִֽיב
וָ/אֵ֣רֶא
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs
כְּ/עֵ֣ין
ʻayin
H5869
eye
Prep | N-cs
חַשְׁמַ֗ל
chashmal
H2830
amber
N-ms
כְּ/מַרְאֵה
marʼeh
H4758
appearance
Prep | N-ms
אֵ֤שׁ
ʼêsh
H784
fire
N-cs
בֵּֽית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
לָ/הּ֙
Prep | Suff
סָבִ֔יב
çâbîyb
H5439
around
N-cs
מִ/מַּרְאֵ֥ה
marʼeh
H4758
appearance
Prep | N-ms
מָתְנָ֖י/ו
môthen
H4975
loin
N-md | Suff
וּ/לְ/מָ֑עְלָ/ה
maʻal
H4605
above
Conj | Prep | Adv | Suff
וּ/מִ/מַּרְאֵ֤ה
marʼeh
H4758
appearance
Conj | Prep | N-ms
מָתְנָי/ו֙
môthen
H4975
loin
N-md | Suff
וּ/לְ/מַ֔טָּה
maṭṭâh
H4295
beneath
Conj | Prep | Adv
רָאִ֨יתִי֙
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
כְּ/מַרְאֵה
marʼeh
H4758
appearance
Prep | N-ms
אֵ֔שׁ
ʼêsh
H784
fire
N-cs
וְ/נֹ֥גַֽהּ
nôgahh
H5051
brightness
Conj | N-fs
ל֖/וֹ
Prep | Suff
סָבִֽיב
çâbîyb
H5439
around
N-cs
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 1:27
וָ/אֵ֣רֶא
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
כְּ/עֵ֣ין
ʻayin
H5869
"eye"
Prep | N-cs
This word can mean a spring or fountain, but also refers to the eye or a source of something. It is often translated as affliction, outward appearance, or countenance, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : eye 1) eye 1a) eye 1a1) of physical eye 1a2) as showing mental qualities 1a3) of mental and spiritual faculties (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 828 OT verses. KJV: affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves). See also: Genesis 3:5; Exodus 34:9; Deuteronomy 28:67.
חַשְׁמַ֗ל
chashmal
H2830
"amber"
N-ms
Chashmal refers to a shiny metal, possibly bronze or polished metal, used to describe a divine vision in Ezekiel. It is often translated as 'amber' due to its shining appearance.
Definition: a shining substance, amber or electrum or bronze (uncertain)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: amber. See also: Ezekiel 1:4; Ezekiel 1:27; Ezekiel 8:2.
כְּ/מַרְאֵה
marʼeh
H4758
"appearance"
Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a sight or appearance, and can describe something beautiful or a supernatural vision. It encompasses various aspects of seeing, including physical and mental perceptions, and is used in different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) sight, appearance, vision 1a) sight, phenomenon, spectacle, appearance, vision 1b) what is seen 1c) a vision (supernatural) 1d) sight, vision (power of seeing)
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] apparently, appearance(-reth), [idiom] as soon as beautiful(-ly), countenance, fair, favoured, form, goodly, to look (up) on (to), look(-eth), pattern, to see, seem, sight, visage, vision. See also: Genesis 2:9; Job 41:1; Isaiah 11:3.
אֵ֤שׁ
ʼêsh
H784
"fire"
N-cs
Fire is a powerful symbol in the Bible, representing both God's anger and his refining presence, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:24 and Malachi 3:2-3. It is also used for cooking and warmth. This concept is central to many biblical stories.
Definition: 1) fire 1a) fire, flames 1b) supernatural fire (accompanying theophany) 1c) fire (for cooking, roasting, parching) 1d) altar-fire 1e) God's anger (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: esh (אֶשָּׁא "fire" H0785)
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: burning, fiery, fire, flaming, hot. See also: Genesis 15:17; Joshua 7:15; Psalms 11:6.
בֵּֽית
bayith
H1004
"place"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
לָ/הּ֙
""
Prep | Suff
סָבִ֔יב
çâbîyb
H5439
"around"
N-cs
This word describes something that surrounds or encompasses, like a circle or neighborhood, and can also mean around or about, as in on every side. It is used to describe physical locations and proximity. The KJV translates it as about or circuit.
Definition: : around/border subst 1) places round about, circuit, round about adv 2) in a circuit, a circuit, round about prep 3) in the circuit, from every side
Usage: Occurs in 282 OT verses. KJV: (place, round) about, circuit, compass, on every side. See also: Genesis 23:17; 1 Kings 7:24; Psalms 3:7.
מִ/מַּרְאֵ֥ה
marʼeh
H4758
"appearance"
Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a sight or appearance, and can describe something beautiful or a supernatural vision. It encompasses various aspects of seeing, including physical and mental perceptions, and is used in different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) sight, appearance, vision 1a) sight, phenomenon, spectacle, appearance, vision 1b) what is seen 1c) a vision (supernatural) 1d) sight, vision (power of seeing)
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] apparently, appearance(-reth), [idiom] as soon as beautiful(-ly), countenance, fair, favoured, form, goodly, to look (up) on (to), look(-eth), pattern, to see, seem, sight, visage, vision. See also: Genesis 2:9; Job 41:1; Isaiah 11:3.
מָתְנָ֖י/ו
môthen
H4975
"loin"
N-md | Suff
Refers to the waist or small of the back, often translated as loins or hips, as seen in Proverbs 30:31. It can also describe the sides of an animal. The word is only used in plural form.
Definition: 1) loins, hips 1a) used with zar.zir (זַרְזִיר "greyhound" H2223) in Pr 30:31; perhaps an extinct animal, exact meaning unknown
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] greyhound, loins, side. See also: Genesis 37:34; Isaiah 20:2; Psalms 66:11.
וּ/לְ/מָ֑עְלָ/ה
maʻal
H4605
"above"
Conj | Prep | Adv | Suff
Means above or higher, used to describe something's location or position. In the Bible, it appears in passages like Genesis 1:7, where God separates the waters above from the waters below. This word helps us understand God's creation.
Definition: subst 1) higher part, upper part adv 1a) above prep 1b) on the top of, above, on higher ground than with locative 1c) upwards, higher, above
Usage: Occurs in 134 OT verses. KJV: above, exceeding(-ly), forward, on ([idiom] very) high, over, up(-on, -ward), very. See also: Genesis 6:16; 1 Samuel 30:25; Psalms 74:5.
וּ/מִ/מַּרְאֵ֤ה
marʼeh
H4758
"appearance"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a sight or appearance, and can describe something beautiful or a supernatural vision. It encompasses various aspects of seeing, including physical and mental perceptions, and is used in different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) sight, appearance, vision 1a) sight, phenomenon, spectacle, appearance, vision 1b) what is seen 1c) a vision (supernatural) 1d) sight, vision (power of seeing)
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] apparently, appearance(-reth), [idiom] as soon as beautiful(-ly), countenance, fair, favoured, form, goodly, to look (up) on (to), look(-eth), pattern, to see, seem, sight, visage, vision. See also: Genesis 2:9; Job 41:1; Isaiah 11:3.
מָתְנָי/ו֙
môthen
H4975
"loin"
N-md | Suff
Refers to the waist or small of the back, often translated as loins or hips, as seen in Proverbs 30:31. It can also describe the sides of an animal. The word is only used in plural form.
Definition: 1) loins, hips 1a) used with zar.zir (זַרְזִיר "greyhound" H2223) in Pr 30:31; perhaps an extinct animal, exact meaning unknown
Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] greyhound, loins, side. See also: Genesis 37:34; Isaiah 20:2; Psalms 66:11.
וּ/לְ/מַ֔טָּה
maṭṭâh
H4295
"beneath"
Conj | Prep | Adv
This Hebrew word means something is located downward or below something else, often used to describe physical location or position. It appears in various forms, such as beneath or under. In the Bible, it is used to describe something as very low or under something else.
Definition: 1) downwards, below 1a) downwards 1b) under (of age) 1c) beneath
Usage: Occurs in 18 OT verses. KJV: beneath, down(-ward), less, very low, under(-neath). See also: Exodus 26:24; 1 Chronicles 27:23; Proverbs 15:24.
רָאִ֨יתִי֙
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
V-Qal-Perf-1cs
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
כְּ/מַרְאֵה
marʼeh
H4758
"appearance"
Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a sight or appearance, and can describe something beautiful or a supernatural vision. It encompasses various aspects of seeing, including physical and mental perceptions, and is used in different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) sight, appearance, vision 1a) sight, phenomenon, spectacle, appearance, vision 1b) what is seen 1c) a vision (supernatural) 1d) sight, vision (power of seeing)
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] apparently, appearance(-reth), [idiom] as soon as beautiful(-ly), countenance, fair, favoured, form, goodly, to look (up) on (to), look(-eth), pattern, to see, seem, sight, visage, vision. See also: Genesis 2:9; Job 41:1; Isaiah 11:3.
אֵ֔שׁ
ʼêsh
H784
"fire"
N-cs
Fire is a powerful symbol in the Bible, representing both God's anger and his refining presence, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:24 and Malachi 3:2-3. It is also used for cooking and warmth. This concept is central to many biblical stories.
Definition: 1) fire 1a) fire, flames 1b) supernatural fire (accompanying theophany) 1c) fire (for cooking, roasting, parching) 1d) altar-fire 1e) God's anger (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: esh (אֶשָּׁא "fire" H0785)
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: burning, fiery, fire, flaming, hot. See also: Genesis 15:17; Joshua 7:15; Psalms 11:6.
וְ/נֹ֥גַֽהּ
nôgahh
H5051
"brightness"
Conj | N-fs
This Hebrew word refers to brightness or brilliancy, like the shining of the sun, and is used in Ezekiel 8:2 to describe a brilliant light that looks like a man.
Definition: brightness Aramaic equivalent: no.gah (נֹ֫גַהּ "daylight" H5053)
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: bright(-ness), light, (clear) shining. See also: 2 Samuel 22:13; Ezekiel 1:4; Psalms 18:13.
ל֖/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
סָבִֽיב
çâbîyb
H5439
"around"
N-cs
This word describes something that surrounds or encompasses, like a circle or neighborhood, and can also mean around or about, as in on every side. It is used to describe physical locations and proximity. The KJV translates it as about or circuit.
Definition: : around/border subst 1) places round about, circuit, round about adv 2) in a circuit, a circuit, round about prep 3) in the circuit, from every side
Usage: Occurs in 282 OT verses. KJV: (place, round) about, circuit, compass, on every side. See also: Genesis 23:17; 1 Kings 7:24; Psalms 3:7.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 1:27
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- Ezekiel 1:27 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 1:27
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 1:27
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 1:27
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 1:27
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 1:27
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 1:27
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 1:27
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 1:27
- Sermons on Ezekiel 1:27
Context — The Divine Glory
25And there came a voice from above the expanse over their heads as they stood still with their wings lowered.
26Above the expanse over their heads was the likeness of a throne with the appearance of sapphire, and on the throne high above was a figure like that of a man.
27From what seemed to be His waist up, I saw a gleam like amber, with what looked like fire within it all around. And from what seemed to be His waist down, I saw what looked like fire; and brilliant light surrounded Him.
28The appearance of the brilliant light all around Him was like that of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. And when I saw it, I fell facedown and heard a voice speaking.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezekiel 1:4 | I looked and saw a whirlwind coming from the north, a great cloud with fire flashing back and forth and brilliant light all around it. In the center of the fire was a gleam like amber, |
| 2 | Ezekiel 8:2 | Then I looked and saw a figure like that of a man. From His waist down His appearance was like fire, and from His waist up He was as bright as the gleam of amber. |
| 3 | Hebrews 12:29 | “For our God is a consuming fire.” |
| 4 | Psalms 97:2 | Clouds and darkness surround Him; righteousness and justice are His throne’s foundation. |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 4:24 | For the LORD your God is a consuming fire, a jealous God. |
| 6 | Psalms 50:3 | Our God approaches and will not be silent! Consuming fire precedes Him, and a tempest rages around Him. |
| 7 | Revelation 1:14–16 | The hair of His head was white like wool, as white as snow, and His eyes were like a blazing fire. His feet were like polished bronze refined in a furnace, and His voice was like the roar of many waters. He held in His right hand seven stars, and a sharp double-edged sword came from His mouth. His face was like the sun shining at its brightest. |
| 8 | 2 Thessalonians 1:8 | in blazing fire, inflicting vengeance on those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. |
Ezekiel 1:27 Summary
[This verse describes God's appearance as a gleam of amber with fire inside, symbolizing His holy and righteous nature, similar to the description in Isaiah 6:1-5. The brilliant light surrounding Him represents His glory and power, as seen in Exodus 24:17 and Psalm 104:2. This image reminds us of God's majesty and holiness, and encourages us to worship and reverence Him, as commanded in Revelation 4:8-11. By reflecting on this verse, we can deepen our understanding of God's character and cultivate a greater sense of awe and respect for Him, as encouraged in Psalm 95:6-7 and Hebrews 12:28-29.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the description of God's appearance in Ezekiel 1:27 mean?
This description symbolizes God's divine nature and glory, as seen in the combination of amber and fire, which represents His holiness and purity, as also described in Isaiah 6:1-5 and Revelation 4:2-3.
Why does the verse describe God's appearance from the waist up and down separately?
This distinction may emphasize the separation between God's divine nature, symbolized by the gleam like amber from the waist up, and His righteous judgment, represented by the fire from the waist down, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:24 and Hebrews 12:29.
What is the significance of the brilliant light surrounding God in this verse?
The brilliant light signifies God's glory and presence, which is also described in Exodus 24:17 and Psalm 104:2, and serves as a reminder of His power and majesty.
How does this verse relate to other biblical descriptions of God's appearance?
This description is consistent with other biblical accounts, such as Daniel 7:9-10 and Revelation 1:13-16, which also depict God as a powerful, glorious, and righteous Judge, emphasizing His unchanging nature and character, as stated in Malachi 3:6 and Hebrews 13:8.
Reflection Questions
- What does the image of God's appearance in this verse evoke in your heart and mind, and how can you apply this to your worship and devotion?
- How does the combination of amber and fire in this verse relate to your understanding of God's holiness and justice, as seen in verses like Isaiah 30:27 and Matthew 25:31-46?
- In what ways can you reflect the brilliant light of God's glory in your own life, as described in Matthew 5:14-16 and Philippians 2:14-16?
- What does this verse teach you about the nature of God's presence and how it should impact your daily life, as seen in verses like Psalm 16:11 and John 14:23?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 1:27
And I saw as the colour of amber,.... That is, the man upon the throne looked like the colour of amber; of which [See comments on Ezekiel 1:4]; as the appearance of fire round about within it; which
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 1:27
And I saw as the colour of amber, as the appearance of fire round about within it, from the appearance of his loins even upward, and from the appearance of his loins even downward, I saw as it were
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 1:27
I saw as the colour of amber: see , and what is said there to this phrase. In this colour does Christ now appear against the rebellious Jews; he that would have been a Saviour to them, clot, bed with the garments of salvation, now puts on the garments of vengeance, and is clad with that zeal which is best, but not fully, expressed by such metaphors. As the appearance of fire round about within it; of most intense degree; as that fire which is shut up in oven or furnace, so this was the appearance of a fire which had a house to it round about (as the Hebrew). The just indignation of Christ, and his glorious majesty, are hereby set forth to us also, which appear within the amber. From the appearance of his loins even upward, and from the appearance of his loins even downward, I saw as it were the appearance of fire; as was his upward part, so the lower parts also, they appeared as fire. Provoked to wrath, and proceeding to judge, he comes in flames of fire taking vengeance, . And it had brightness round about: see , where the phrase is explained. Majesty, justice, and unstained holiness shine round about Christ, though he comes in greatest wrath against enemies.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 1:27
Ezekiel 1:27 And I saw as the colour of amber, as the appearance of fire round about within it, from the appearance of his loins even upward, and from the appearance of his loins even downward, I saw as it were the appearance of fire, and it had brightness round about.Ver. 27. And I saw as the colour of amber.] See Ezekiel 1:4. Heb., Chashmal, which being read backward, as the Cabbalists observe, is Lammashach, or Lammashiach - i.e., Messiah. As the appearance of fire.] Christ is very terrible in his executions; and even "our God" (as well as the Jews’ God) "is a consuming fire." From the appearance of his loins even upward.] This may well be understood of Christ’ s divinity, as the parts downward of his humanity, partaking of the same most resplendent glory, by virtue of the hypostatical union, and having partner agency with the Godhead, according to its measure, in the works of redemption and mediation.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 1:27
(27) As the colour of amber.—See on the same expression Ezekiel 1:4. Literally, as an eye of bright metal. The rest of the verse is simply an attempt, by various repetitions, to convey an idea of the exceeding brightness and glory of the vision, yet also with the notions of purity and holiness, of power and activity always associated with fire. (Comp. Exodus 24:17; Daniel 7:9; Revelation 1:14-15; Revelation 4:5.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 1:27
Verse 27. The colour of amber] There are specimens of amber which are very pure and beautifully transparent. One which I now hold up to the light gives a most beautiful bright yellow colour. Such a splendid appearance had the august Being who sat upon this throne from the reins upward; but from thence downward he had the appearance of fire, burning with a clear and brilliant flame. For farther particulars See Clarke on Ezekiel 10:9.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 1:27
27. the colour of amber] the glance (lit. eye). See Ezekiel 1:4. fire round about within it] This is the natural sense, but “round about” and “within it” seem to contradict one another. The rendering “fire that is enclosed round about,” and therefore brighter by contrast with what surrounds it (Hitz.), expresses a thought more ingenious than probable, and assumes an unlikely construction. The clause is wanting in LXX. it had brightness round about] Rather: and a brightness round about him, viz. him who sat on the throne (Ezekiel 1:28).
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 1:27
27. The text is difficult to understand; but it probably means that from the loins downward his body shone like fire, while from the loins upward there was a softer glow like that of amber.
Sermons on Ezekiel 1:27
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The Holiness of God - Part 2 by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the word of God and the need to regain a sense of reverence for the holy. The sermon references the book of Revelation, sp |
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A Man Who Saw God on the Throne by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the holiness of God and the importance of hating sin. He describes God as actively hostile to sin and warns against being flippant about it. |
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Blood on Your Hands by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes God's unfailing compassion and faithfulness towards the house of Israel. He highlights the influence our lives have on others, particularly |
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The Persistent Purpose of God - Part 4 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker begins by reviewing the points covered in the previous session and suggests translating them into Chinese for better understanding. The focus then shift |
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May 8. 1678. a Call to the Mount of Divine Vision. by Jane Lead | Jane Lead preaches about the call for the exiled to return to God's secret Pavilion, where His living testimony is declared. She emphasizes the need to divorce from worldly distrac |
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Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God by Jonathan Edwards | The video is a summary of a sermon by Jonathan Edwards titled "Their Foot Shall Slide in Due Time" based on Deuteronomy 32:35. Edwards emphasizes the wrath of God and the impending |
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Getting Alone - Abandonment (Cd Quality) by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of forgetting and never doing certain things. He criticizes the idea that preaching alone can reach the nations, pointing out |