Ezekiel 40:32
Ezekiel 40:32 in Multiple Translations
And he brought me to the inner court on the east side, and he measured the gateway; it had the same measurements as the others.
¶ And he brought me into the inner court toward the east: and he measured the gate according to these measures.
And he brought me into the inner court toward the east: and he measured the gate according to these measures;
And he took me into the inner square facing the east: and he took the measure of the doorway by these measures;
He took me to the inner courtyard on the east side. He measured the gateway and it measured the same as those previously.
Againe he brought me into ye inner court toward the East, and he measured the gate according to these measures.
And he bringeth me in unto the inner court eastward, and he measureth the gate according to these measures;
He brought me into the inner court toward the east. He measured the gate according to these measurements;
And he brought me into the inner court towards the east: and he measured the gate according to these measures.
And he brought me into the inner court by the way of the east: and he measured the gate according to the former measures.
Then he led me to the east side of the inner courtyard, and he measured the entrance. It had the same measurements as the other entrances
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Ezekiel 40:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְבִיאֵ֛/נִי
אֶל
הֶ/חָצֵ֥ר
הַ/פְּנִימִ֖י
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
הַ/קָּדִ֑ים
וַ/יָּ֣מָד
אֶת
הַ/שַּׁ֔עַר
כַּ/מִּדּ֖וֹת
הָ/אֵֽלֶּה
וַ/יְבִיאֵ֛/נִי
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הֶ/חָצֵ֥ר
châtsêr
H2691
court
Art | N-cs
הַ/פְּנִימִ֖י
pᵉnîymîy
H6442
inner
Art | Adj
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
derek
H1870
way
N-cs
הַ/קָּדִ֑ים
qâdîym
H6921
east
Art | N-ms
וַ/יָּ֣מָד
mâdad
H4058
to measure
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/שַּׁ֔עַר
shaʻar
H8179
gate
Art | N-ms
כַּ/מִּדּ֖וֹת
middâh
H4060
`great stature`
Prep | N-fp
הָ/אֵֽלֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Art | Pron
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 40:32
וַ/יְבִיאֵ֛/נִי
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הֶ/חָצֵ֥ר
châtsêr
H2691
"court"
Art | N-cs
A village in the Bible is a small settlement surrounded by walls. In Matthew 21:2, Jesus sends his disciples to a village to find a donkey, while in Mark 6:6, Jesus travels from village to village teaching.
Definition: 1) court, enclosure 1a) enclosures 1b) court
Usage: Occurs in 163 OT verses. KJV: court, tower, village. See also: Genesis 25:16; 2 Chronicles 24:21; Psalms 10:8.
הַ/פְּנִימִ֖י
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.
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
derek
H1870
"way"
N-cs
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
הַ/קָּדִ֑ים
qâdîym
H6921
"east"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this word means the direction east or the east wind, often used to describe geographical locations or the direction of the wind.
Definition: 1) east, east wind 1a) east (of direction) 1b) east wind
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: east(-ward, wind). See also: Genesis 41:6; Ezekiel 43:17; Psalms 48:8.
וַ/יָּ֣מָד
mâdad
H4058
"to measure"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To measure means to stretch or extend something, like a line or a boundary. In the Bible, it is used to describe God's measurements for the tabernacle and temple. It can also mean to assess or evaluate something.
Definition: 1) to measure, stretch 1a) (Qal) to measure 1b) (Niphal) to be measured 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to extend, continue 1c2) to measure, measure off 1d) (Po) measured 1e) (Hithpolel) to extend oneself, stretch oneself Also means: mid.dad (מָדַד "to extend" H4059)
Usage: Occurs in 49 OT verses. KJV: measure, mete, stretch self. See also: Exodus 16:18; Ezekiel 40:32; Psalms 60:8.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/שַּׁ֔עַר
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.
כַּ/מִּדּ֖וֹת
middâh
H4060
"`great stature`"
Prep | N-fp
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something that is measured, like height, width, or a portion of something. It can also refer to a garment or tribute, like a tax. It is used to describe Goliath's great stature in 2 Samuel 21:20.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.20; son of: Rapha (H7497A); brother of: Goliath (H1555), Ishbi-benob (H3430), Saph (H5593), Lahmi (H3902) § (BDB) tribute
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: garment, measure(-ing, meteyard, piece, size, (great) stature, tribute, wide. See also: Exodus 26:2; Isaiah 45:14; Psalms 39:5.
הָ/אֵֽלֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Art | Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 40:32
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- Ezekiel 40:32 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 40:32
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 40:32
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:32
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 40:32
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:32
- Sermons on Ezekiel 40:32
Context — The Gates of the Inner Court
30(The porticoes around the inner court were twenty-five cubits long and five cubits deep. )
31Its portico faced the outer court, and its side pillars were decorated with palm trees. Eight steps led up to it.
32And he brought me to the inner court on the east side, and he measured the gateway; it had the same measurements as the others.
33Its gate chambers, side pillars, and portico had the same measurements as the others. Both the gateway and its portico had windows all around. It was fifty cubits long and twenty-five cubits wide. 34Its portico faced the outer court, and its side pillars were decorated with palm trees on each side. Eight steps led up to it.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezekiel 40:35 | Then he brought me to the north gate and measured it. It had the same measurements as the others, |
| 2 | Ezekiel 40:28–31 | Next he brought me into the inner court through the south gate, and he measured the south gate; it had the same measurements as the others. Its gate chambers, side pillars, and portico had the same measurements as the others. Both the gateway and its portico had windows all around; it was fifty cubits long and twenty-five cubits wide. (The porticoes around the inner court were twenty-five cubits long and five cubits deep. ) Its portico faced the outer court, and its side pillars were decorated with palm trees. Eight steps led up to it. |
Ezekiel 40:32 Summary
In Ezekiel 40:32, the prophet is taken to the inner court on the east side, where he measures the gateway, which has the same measurements as the others. This verse shows us that God values order and uniformity, just like the temple in 1 Kings 6:36. As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves how we can apply this principle of order in our own lives, and how we can cultivate a deeper sense of intimacy with God, just as the inner court represents in Ezekiel 40:32 (see also Psalm 27:4). By focusing on God's presence and majesty, we can ensure that our lives are measured by His standards, not our own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the inner court in Ezekiel 40:32?
The inner court represents a place of greater intimacy and closeness with God, as seen in Ezekiel 40:32, where the prophet is brought to the inner court on the east side to measure the gateway, much like the arrangement of the temple in 1 Kings 6:36.
Why are the measurements of the gateway in Ezekiel 40:32 important?
The measurements of the gateway in Ezekiel 40:32 are significant because they demonstrate the uniformity and order of God's design, as also seen in the uniform measurements of the porticoes in Ezekiel 40:30 and the gate chambers in Ezekiel 40:33.
What can we learn from the east side location of the inner court in Ezekiel 40:32?
The east side location of the inner court in Ezekiel 40:32 may symbolize the dawn of a new era or the entrance of God's presence, as the east is often associated with the rising sun in biblical imagery, such as in Psalm 113:3 and Isaiah 59:19.
How does Ezekiel 40:32 relate to the overall vision of the temple in Ezekiel 40-48?
Ezekiel 40:32 is part of a larger vision of the temple, which represents God's dwelling place among His people, as described in Ezekiel 43:7 and Exodus 25:8, emphasizing the importance of worship, sacrifice, and the presence of God in the midst of His people.
Reflection Questions
- As I reflect on Ezekiel 40:32, what are the areas in my life where I need to invite God to 'measure' and bring order and uniformity?
- How can I apply the principle of uniformity and order in my own spiritual life, just as the gateway in Ezekiel 40:32 had the same measurements as the others?
- What does the inner court in Ezekiel 40:32 represent in my own relationship with God, and how can I cultivate a deeper sense of intimacy and closeness with Him?
- In what ways can I, like the prophet Ezekiel, be a faithful witness to the glory and majesty of God, as seen in the vision of the temple in Ezekiel 40-48?
- As I consider the gateway in Ezekiel 40:32, what are the 'entrances' in my life where I need to ensure that I am allowing God to be the center and the measuring standard?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 40:32
And he brought me into the inner court toward the east,.... Into that part of it which lay to the east, having gone through that which lay to the south: and he measured the gate according to these
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 40:32
And he brought me to the inner court by the south gate: and he measured the south gate according to these measures; And he measured the south gate according to these measures - namely, the measures of the outer gate.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:32
The inner court; the court of the priests, which was next to the house or temple itself. Toward the east; to the east gate of that court; so he is brought from the south to the east gate. According to these measures; as the other, so this, exactly like to the first in all dimensions of length and breadth.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 40:32
28–37. The inner court and its gateways The measurement of the outer court was finished at the S. gate. Opposite to this was the S. gate of the inner court at a distance of 100 cubits (Ezekiel 40:27), and the measurement of the inner court naturally begins with the S. gate. The gates of the inner court were similar in all respects to those of the outer court, except that in the former the “porch” lay at the outer end of the gateway, looking into the outer court (Ezekiel 40:31; Ezekiel 40:34; Ezekiel 40:37).
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:32
OF THE INNER COURT WITH ITS GATES, FOR , AND CELLS FOR PRIESTS, Ezekiel 40:28-49.28-37.
Sermons on Ezekiel 40:32
| Sermon | Description | |
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God's Temple by Robert B. Thompson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the sacrifices made by those who came before us in their dedication to serving God. He mentions how they were persecuted, sawn in half, and b |