Ezekiel 10:22
Ezekiel 10:22 in Multiple Translations
Their faces looked like the faces I had seen by the River Kebar. Each creature went straight ahead.
And the likeness of their faces was the same faces which I saw by the river of Chebar, their appearances and themselves: they went every one straight forward.
And as for the likeness of their faces, they were the faces which I saw by the river Chebar, their appearances and themselves; they went every one straight forward.
As for the form of their faces, they were the faces whose form I saw by the river Chebar; when they went, every one of them went straight forward.
Their faces looked like the faces I had seen by the River Kebar. Each of them moved directly ahead.
And the likenesse of their faces was the selfe same faces, which I sawe by the riuer Chebar, and the appearance of the Cherubims was ye selfe same, and they went euery one straight forwarde.
As to the likeness of their faces, they [are] the faces that I saw by the river Chebar, their appearances and themselves; each straight forward they go.
As for the likeness of their faces, they were the faces which I saw by the river Chebar, their appearances and themselves. They each went straight forward.
And the likeness of their faces was the same faces which I saw by the river of Kebar, their appearances and themselves: they went every one straight forward.
And as to the likeness of their faces, they were the same faces which I had seen by the river Chobar, and their looks, and the impulse of every one to go straight forward.
Their faces were the same as the faces that I had seen at the Kebar River/Canal. Each of them flew straight ahead.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 10:22
Study Notes — Ezekiel 10:22
- Context
- Cross References
- Ezekiel 10:22 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 10:22
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 10:22
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:22
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:22
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:22
- Sermons on Ezekiel 10:22
Context — God’s Glory Exits the Temple
22Their faces looked like the faces I had seen by the River Kebar. Each creature went straight ahead.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 10:11 | When they moved, they would go in any of the four directions, without turning as they moved. For wherever the head faced, the cherubim would go in that direction, without turning as they moved. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 1:10 | The form of their faces was that of a man, and each of the four had the face of a lion on the right side, the face of an ox on the left side, and also the face of an eagle. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 1:12 | Each creature went straight ahead. Wherever the spirit would go, they would go, without turning as they moved. |
| 4 | Hosea 14:9 | Whoever is wise, let him understand these things; whoever is discerning, let him know them. For the ways of the LORD are right, and the righteous walk in them but the rebellious stumble in them. |
Ezekiel 10:22 Summary
[The creatures in Ezekiel 10:22 had faces that looked like the ones the prophet Ezekiel saw by the River Kebar, which represented different aspects of God's character. Each creature moved straight ahead, demonstrating their obedience and single-minded purpose. This verse teaches us that our actions should be guided by God's will and purpose, as seen in (Proverbs 3:5-6) and (Jeremiah 10:23). We can apply this principle in our daily lives by trusting in God and aligning our decisions with His will.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the faces of the creatures in Ezekiel 10:22 represent?
The faces of the creatures represent the different aspects of God's character and creation, as seen in Ezekiel 1:10 and Ezekiel 10:21, where each creature has four faces: a lion, an ox, an eagle, and a human face, symbolizing strength, service, swiftness, and intelligence.
Why did the creatures move straight ahead in Ezekiel 10:22?
The creatures moved straight ahead because they were following the will of God, as seen in Ezekiel 1:12, where the creatures moved in the direction the Spirit went, demonstrating their obedience and single-minded purpose.
How do the creatures in Ezekiel 10:22 relate to the cherubim in other parts of the Bible?
The creatures in Ezekiel 10:22 are identified as cherubim in Ezekiel 10:20, which are also mentioned in Exodus 25:18-22 and 1 Kings 6:23-28, where they are depicted as guardians of God's throne and symbols of His presence and power.
What can we learn from the creatures' movement in Ezekiel 10:22?
We can learn from the creatures' movement that our actions should be guided by God's will and purpose, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6, where we are encouraged to trust in the Lord with all our heart and lean not on our own understanding, and in Jeremiah 10:23, where we are reminded that our ways are not God's ways.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to move 'straight ahead' in my walk with God, and how can I apply this principle in my daily life?
- How can I, like the creatures in Ezekiel 10:22, align my actions and decisions with God's will and purpose?
- What are some ways I can demonstrate obedience and single-minded purpose in my pursuit of God, as seen in the creatures' movement in Ezekiel 10:22?
- How can I, like the creatures, reflect the different aspects of God's character in my life, such as strength, service, swiftness, and intelligence?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 10:22
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 10:22
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:22
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:22
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:22
Sermons on Ezekiel 10:22
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Day 242, Revelation 4 by David Servant | David Servant delves into Revelation 4, where John witnesses the heavenly scene around God's throne, emphasizing the awe-inspiring nature of the vision that can instill the fear of |
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Confiding Trust and Patient Submission by J.C. Philpot | J.C. Philpot preaches about the journey of a believer through afflictions, temptations, and darkness, highlighting the need for patient submission to God's righteous dealings. The |
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Obedience - the Pathway to Blessing by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing and living by the Word of God. He highlights the need for individuals and families to recognize their own shortcomi |
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(The Church in the Last Days) 08 - the Harlot by Milton Green | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of staying focused and alert in one's faith. He warns against drifting off and becoming complacent, urging listeners to be so |
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Bearing Crosses Made by Ourselves by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about aligning our will with God's will to avoid unnecessary crosses in our lives. She emphasizes that God's ways are just and right, guiding us in th |
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On the Cause of Skepticism by Thomas Reade | Thomas Reade delves into the multitude of opinions and divisions in the religious world, attributing it to the pride of human hearts leading to uncharitableness and combats within |






