Ezekiel 40:15
Ezekiel 40:15 in Multiple Translations
And the distance from the entrance of the gateway to the far end of its inner portico was fifty cubits.
And from the face of the gate of the entrance unto the face of the porch of the inner gate were fifty cubits.
And from the forefront of the gate at the entrance unto the forefront of the inner porch of the gate were fifty cubits.
And from before the opening of the doorway to before the inner covered way of the doorway was fifty cubits.
It was fifty cubits from the gateway entrance to the far side of the inside porch.
And vpon the forefront of the entry of the gate vnto the forefront of the porch of the gate within were fiftie cubites.
and by the front of the gate of the entrance, by the front of the porch of the inner gate, fifty cubits;
From the forefront of the gate at the entrance to the forefront of the inner porch of the gate were fifty cubits.
And from the face of the gate of the entrance to the face of the porch of the inner gate were fifty cubits.
And before the face of the gate which reached even to the face of the porch of the inner gate, fifty cubits.
The length from theouter opening of the entryway to the far end of the entry room was ◄87-1/2 feet/26.5 meters►.
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Ezekiel 40:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עַ֗ל
פְּנֵי֙
הַ/שַּׁ֣עַר
ה/יאתון
הָֽ/אִית֔וֹן
עַל
לִ/פְנֵ֕י
אֻלָ֥ם
הַ/שַּׁ֖עַר
הַ/פְּנִימִ֑י
חֲמִשִּׁ֖ים
אַמָּֽה
וְ/עַ֗ל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
פְּנֵי֙
pânîym
H6440
face
N-cp
הַ/שַּׁ֣עַר
shaʻar
H8179
gate
Art | N-ms
ה/יאתון
yᵉʼithôwn
H2978
entrance
Art | N-ms
הָֽ/אִית֔וֹן
yᵉʼithôwn
H2978
entrance
Art | N-ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
לִ/פְנֵ֕י
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | N-cp
אֻלָ֥ם
ʼûwlâm
H197
Portico
N-ms
הַ/שַּׁ֖עַר
shaʻar
H8179
gate
Art | N-ms
הַ/פְּנִימִ֑י
pᵉnîymîy
H6442
inner
Art | Adj
חֲמִשִּׁ֖ים
chămishshîym
H2572
fifty
Adj
אַמָּֽה
ʼammâh
H520
cubit
N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 40:15
וְ/עַ֗ל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
פְּנֵי֙
pânîym
H6440
"face"
N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
הַ/שַּׁ֣עַר
shaʻar
H8179
"gate"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a gate or door, often referring to city entrances or temple doors, like in Genesis and Exodus. It can also symbolize a meeting place or marketplace. The word is used to describe important locations in the Bible.
Definition: : gate 1) gate 1a) gate (of entrance) 1b) gate (of space inside gate, i.e. marketplace, public meeting place) 1b1) city, town 1c) gate (of palace, royal castle, temple, court of tabernacle) 1d) heaven
Usage: Occurs in 302 OT verses. KJV: city, door, gate, port ([idiom] -er). See also: Genesis 19:1; 1 Chronicles 9:18; Psalms 9:14.
ה/יאתון
yᵉʼithôwn
H2978
"entrance"
Art | N-ms
This word means 'entrance' and refers to a place where people enter a building or room, like a doorway or gate. It is used in various biblical contexts to describe entry points.
Definition: entrance
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: entrance. See also: Ezekiel 40:15.
הָֽ/אִית֔וֹן
yᵉʼithôwn
H2978
"entrance"
Art | N-ms
This word means 'entrance' and refers to a place where people enter a building or room, like a doorway or gate. It is used in various biblical contexts to describe entry points.
Definition: entrance
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: entrance. See also: Ezekiel 40:15.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
לִ/פְנֵ֕י
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
אֻלָ֥ם
ʼûwlâm
H197
"Portico"
N-ms
A portico is a covered area at the entrance of a building, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a vestibule or porch where people gather before entering the main building.
Definition: A hall or porch of the temple
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: porch. See also: 1 Kings 6:3; Ezekiel 40:7; Joel 2:17.
הַ/שַּׁ֖עַר
shaʻar
H8179
"gate"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a gate or door, often referring to city entrances or temple doors, like in Genesis and Exodus. It can also symbolize a meeting place or marketplace. The word is used to describe important locations in the Bible.
Definition: : gate 1) gate 1a) gate (of entrance) 1b) gate (of space inside gate, i.e. marketplace, public meeting place) 1b1) city, town 1c) gate (of palace, royal castle, temple, court of tabernacle) 1d) heaven
Usage: Occurs in 302 OT verses. KJV: city, door, gate, port ([idiom] -er). See also: Genesis 19:1; 1 Chronicles 9:18; Psalms 9:14.
הַ/פְּנִימִ֑י
pᵉnîymîy
H6442
"inner"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word describes something as inner or interior, like the inner part of a person or a building. It is used in Psalm 51:17 to describe a broken spirit.
Definition: inner
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: (with-) in(-ner, -ward). See also: 1 Kings 6:27; Ezekiel 40:27; Ezekiel 46:1.
חֲמִשִּׁ֖ים
chămishshîym
H2572
"fifty"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number fifty, used in various biblical contexts like measurements and quantities. It appears in Leviticus and Numbers.
Definition: 1) fifty 1a) fifty (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of fifty (with other numbers) 1c) fiftieth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 141 OT verses. KJV: fifty. See also: Genesis 6:15; 1 Kings 7:2; Isaiah 3:3.
אַמָּֽה
ʼammâh
H520
"cubit"
N-fs
A cubit is a unit of measurement, about the length of a forearm, used in the Bible to describe the size of objects like the Ark of the Covenant in Exodus. It is also used to describe a foundation or a door-base.
Definition: cubit-a measure of distance (the forearm), roughly 18 in (. 5m). There are several cubits used in the OT, the cubit of a man or common cubit (De 3:11), the legal cubit or cubit of the sanctuary (Eze 40:5) plus others. See a Bible Dictionary for a complete treatment. Aramaic equivalent: am.mah (אַמָּה "cubit" H0521)
Usage: Occurs in 132 OT verses. KJV: cubit, [phrase] hundred (by exchange for H3967 (מֵאָה)), measure, post. See also: Genesis 6:15; 2 Chronicles 3:3; Isaiah 6:4.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 40:15
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- Ezekiel 40:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 40:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 40:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:15
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 40:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:15
Context — The East Gate
13Then he measured the gateway from the roof of one gate chamber to the roof of the opposite one; the distance was twenty-five cubits from doorway to doorway.
14Next he measured the gateposts to be sixty cubits high. The gateway extended around to the gatepost of the courtyard.
15And the distance from the entrance of the gateway to the far end of its inner portico was fifty cubits.
16The gate chambers and their side pillars had beveled windows all around the inside of the gateway. The porticos also had windows all around on the inside. Each side pillar was decorated with palm trees. 17Then he brought me into the outer court, and there were chambers and a pavement laid out all around the court. Thirty chambers faced the pavement,Ezekiel 40:15 Summary
[Ezekiel 40:15 describes the gateway to the temple, which symbolizes the entrance to God's presence. The specific measurements given, like the fifty-cubit distance from the entrance to the inner portico, show God's attention to detail and order. This reminds us that our worship and service to God should be thoughtful and intentional, just like the construction of the temple. As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves how we can prioritize our relationship with God and seek to enter into His presence with reverence and awe, just as the Israelites did when they approached the temple (Psalm 100:4).]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the gateway in Ezekiel 40:15?
The gateway in Ezekiel 40:15 symbolizes the entrance to the temple and the presence of God, as seen in Ezekiel 43:1-5, where God's glory enters the temple through the gate. This emphasizes the importance of the gateway as a threshold to the holy place.
Why are specific measurements given in Ezekiel 40:15?
The measurements given in Ezekiel 40:15, such as the distance from the entrance to the inner portico being fifty cubits, demonstrate God's attention to detail and order, as seen in Exodus 25:8-9, where God provides specific instructions for building the tabernacle.
How does the inner portico relate to the rest of the temple complex?
The inner portico in Ezekiel 40:15 is part of the gateway, which is connected to the outer court, as seen in Ezekiel 40:17, where the prophet is brought into the outer court. This shows the inner portico's role in facilitating movement between different areas of the temple complex.
What can we learn from the architectural details in Ezekiel 40:15?
The architectural details in Ezekiel 40:15, such as the distance from the entrance to the inner portico, teach us about God's concern for beauty, order, and precision, as seen in Psalm 27:4, where the psalmist desires to dwell in the house of the Lord and behold its beauty.
Reflection Questions
- As I reflect on the gateway in Ezekiel 40:15, what are the thresholds I need to cross in my own life to enter into a deeper relationship with God?
- How can I apply the principle of attention to detail, as seen in the measurements of Ezekiel 40:15, to my own life and service to God?
- What are the 'inner porticos' in my life where I need to spend more time in quiet reflection and communion with God, and how can I prioritize these areas?
- In what ways can I, like the prophet Ezekiel, be a faithful messenger of God's word and plans, even when they seem complex or detailed, like the measurements in Ezekiel 40:15?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 40:15
And from the face of the gate of the entrance,.... That is, from the outward gate as you went into the porch, and was to the east, so called from people's passing and repassing (b) in it; so Jarchi
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 40:15
He measured then the gate from the roof of one little chamber to the roof of another: the breadth was five and twenty cubits, door against door. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:15
This verse seems to sum up all the dimensions at length, this gate, its porch, and thickness of its walls; and so sum the cubits, six in the thickness of the outer wall, eighteen in the three chambers, twenty in the spaces between the chambers, and six cubits in the thickness of the inner wall of the porch.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:15
Ezekiel 40:6-16 contain a description of the eastern gate, or rather, gate-building of the Temple, by which one entered from the precincts into the outer court. The other gates were like it, but this is described first, because it had the pre-eminence. It looked straight to the door of the Temple itself; it was by this that the glory of the Lord was afterwards seen to enter His house (Ezekiel 43:1); and in consequence this gate was to be kept shut, except for the prince (Ezekiel 44:2-3). The accompanying plan may be a help in understanding the description. Notwithstanding the minuteness of detail in the text, a few points remain undetermined; but the plan represents the main features correctly, and gives the most probable view of the parts that are not entirely settled.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:15
Verse 15. Fifty cubits.] The length of the building. See MMMMM in the plan. See Clarke on Ezekiel 48:35.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 40:15
15. Measurement of the whole length of the gate-building, 50 cubits. the face of the gate] i.e. the outside front. face of the porch of the inner gate] i.e the front of the porch at the inner end of the gate. Either “inner gate” means inner part of the gate, or “inner” means (lying) towards the inside, as LXX. From the outside front of the gate to the inner front, lying on the court, was 50 cubits. The sense is clear though the text may need slight emendation.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:15
15. Plumptre points out that the whole length of the gate, from the outer entrance to the inner exit, was thus composed: 1. An outer threshold (Ezekiel 40:6), 6 cubits; 2. Three guard chambers (Ezekiel 40:7), 18 cubits; 3.