Ezekiel 40:9

Ezekiel 40:9 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

it was eight cubits deep, and its jambs were two cubits thick. And the portico of the gateway faced the temple.

King James Version KJV

Then measured he the porch of the gate, eight cubits; and the posts thereof, two cubits; and the porch of the gate was inward.

American Standard Version ASV

Then measured he the porch of the gate, eight cubits; and the posts thereof, two cubits; and the porch of the gate was toward the house.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Eight cubits; and its uprights, two cubits; the covered way of the doorway was inside.

Free Bible Version FBV

It was eight cubits deep, and its posts were two cubits thick. The entrance porch faced the Temple.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Then measured he the porch of the gate of eight cubites, and the postes thereof, of two cubites, and the porch of the gate was inward.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

and he measureth the porch of the gate eight cubits, and its posts two cubits, and the porch of the gates from within,

World English Bible WEB

Then he measured the porch of the gate, eight cubits; and its posts, two cubits; and the porch of the gate was toward the house.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Then he measured the porch of the gate, eight cubits; and its posts, two cubits; and the porch of the gate was inward.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And he measured the porch of the gate eight cubits, and the front thereof two cubits: and the porch of the gate was inward.

Translation for Translators T4T

It was about ◄14 feet/4.2 meters► long, and its supporting columns were ◄3-1/2 feet/1.1 meters► thick. The entry room of the entryway was at the end of the entry hallway that faced the temple and extended into the courtyard.

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Ezekiel 40:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יָּ֜מָד אֶת אֻלָ֤ם הַ/שַּׁ֨עַר֙ שְׁמֹנֶ֣ה אַמּ֔וֹת ו/איל/ו וְ/אֵילָ֖י/ו שְׁתַּ֣יִם אַמּ֑וֹת וְ/אֻלָ֥ם הַ/שַּׁ֖עַר מֵ/הַ/בָּֽיִת

וַ/יָּ֜מָד mâdad H4058 to measure Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM

אֻלָ֤ם ʼûwlâm H197 Portico N-ms

הַ/שַּׁ֨עַר֙ shaʻar H8179 gate Art | N-ms

שְׁמֹנֶ֣ה shᵉmôneh H8083 eight Adj

אַמּ֔וֹת ʼammâh H520 cubit N-fp

ו/איל/ו ʼayil H352 ram Conj | N-ms | Suff

וְ/אֵילָ֖י/ו ʼayil H352 ram Conj | N-mp | Suff

שְׁתַּ֣יִם shᵉnayim H8147 two Adj

אַמּ֑וֹת ʼammâh H520 cubit N-fp

וְ/אֻלָ֥ם ʼûwlâm H197 Portico Conj | N-ms

הַ/שַּׁ֖עַר shaʻar H8179 gate Art | N-ms

מֵ/הַ/בָּֽיִת bayith H1004 place Prep | Art | N-ms

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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 40:9

וַ/יָּ֜מָד 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.

אֻלָ֤ם 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/שַּׁ֨עַר֙ 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.

שְׁמֹנֶ֣ה shᵉmôneh H8083 "eight" Adj

The Hebrew word for the number eight, which was considered a special number in biblical times. It is used to describe quantities, such as eight days or eight years, and also appears in ordinal forms, like eighth or eighth day.

Definition: 1) eight, eighth 1a) eight (as cardinal number) 1b) eighth (as ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers

Usage: Occurs in 105 OT verses. KJV: eight(-een, -eenth), eighth. See also: Genesis 5:4; 1 Chronicles 16:38; Jeremiah 32:1.

אַמּ֔וֹת ʼammâh H520 "cubit" N-fp

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.

ו/איל/ו ʼayil H352 "ram" Conj | N-ms | Suff

A strong tree, like an oak or a ram, symbolizes strength and power, as seen in 1 Kings 7:2 where Solomon builds a house with strong pillars. It can also refer to a chief or leader, like in 1 Chronicles 12:14 where the leaders of the tribes are listed.

Definition: 1) ram 1a) ram (as food) 1b) ram (as sacrifice) 1c) ram (skin dyed red, for tabernacle)

Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: mighty (man), lintel, oak, post, ram, tree. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 66:15.

וְ/אֵילָ֖י/ו ʼayil H352 "ram" Conj | N-mp | Suff

Definition: 1) ram 1a) ram (as food) 1b) ram (as sacrifice) 1c) ram (skin dyed red, for tabernacle)

Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: mighty (man), lintel, oak, post, ram, tree. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 66:15.

שְׁתַּ֣יִם shᵉnayim H8147 "two" Adj

The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.

Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)

Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.

אַמּ֑וֹת ʼammâh H520 "cubit" N-fp

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.

וְ/אֻלָ֥ם ʼûwlâm H197 "Portico" Conj | 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

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.

מֵ/הַ/בָּֽיִת bayith H1004 "place" Prep | Art | 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.

Study Notes — Ezekiel 40:9

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Ezekiel 40:9 Summary
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Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 40:9
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 40:9
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:9
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:9
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:9
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:9
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 40:9
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:9

Context — The East Gate

7Each gate chamber was one rod long and one rod wide, and there were five cubits between the gate chambers. The inner threshold of the gate by the portico facing inward was one rod deep. 8Then he measured the portico of the gateway inside;

9it was eight cubits deep, and its jambs were two cubits thick. And the portico of the gateway faced the temple.

10There were three gate chambers on each side of the east gate, each with the same measurements, and the gateposts on either side also had the same measurements. 11And he measured the width of the gateway entrance to be ten cubits, and its length was thirteen cubits.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Ezekiel 45:19	And the priest is to take some of the blood from the sin offering and put it on the doorposts of the temple, on the four corners of the ledge of the altar, and on the gateposts of the inner court.

Ezekiel 40:9 Summary

The verse Ezekiel 40:9 describes the gateway to the temple, with precise measurements and details, showing God's attention to detail and order. This reminds us that God is a God of precision and beauty, who cares about every aspect of our lives (Psalm 138:8). Just as the gateway faces the temple, our lives should be centered on worship and intimacy with God (Ezekiel 37:26-28). As we reflect on this verse, we can see how God's plan of redemption and restoration is unfolding, and we can trust in His goodness and perfection (Revelation 21:1-4).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the measurements given in Ezekiel 40:9?

The measurements in Ezekiel 40:9, such as the depth and thickness of the gateway, symbolize the precision and order of God's plan, as seen in other scriptures like Exodus 25:9 and Hebrews 8:5, where God provides detailed instructions for the construction of the tabernacle and its furnishings.

Why does the portico of the gateway face the temple in Ezekiel 40:9?

The portico facing the temple in Ezekiel 40:9 signifies the connection between the gateway and the temple, highlighting the importance of worship and the centrality of God's presence, as emphasized in scriptures like Psalm 138:2 and Ezekiel 37:26-28.

How does the description of the gateway in Ezekiel 40:9 relate to the rest of the book of Ezekiel?

The detailed description of the gateway in Ezekiel 40:9 is part of a larger vision of the restored temple and the new Jerusalem, as described in Ezekiel chapters 40-48, which symbolize God's ultimate plan for redemption and restoration, as seen in Revelation 21:1-4.

What can we learn about God's character from the description of the gateway in Ezekiel 40:9?

The attention to detail and precision in the description of the gateway in Ezekiel 40:9 reveal God's character as a God of order, beauty, and perfection, as seen in other scriptures like Psalm 19:1 and Isaiah 28:29, which highlight God's wisdom and creativity.

Reflection Questions

As I reflect on the measurements and details of the gateway in Ezekiel 40:9, what does this reveal to me about God's attention to detail in my own life?
How can I apply the principle of precision and order seen in Ezekiel 40:9 to my own walk with God and my service to Him?
What does the connection between the gateway and the temple in Ezekiel 40:9 teach me about the importance of worship and intimacy with God in my daily life?
In what ways can I see God's plan of redemption and restoration, as symbolized in Ezekiel 40:9, unfolding in my own life and in the world around me?

Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 40:9

Then measured he the porch of the gate, eight cubits,.... This could not be the length of the porch from gate to gate, or from east to west, as Lipman (z); since there were five cubits between every

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 40:9

Then measured he the porch of the gate, eight cubits; and the posts thereof, two cubits; and the porch of the gate was inward. The posts - projecting column-faced fronts of the sides of the doorway, opposite to one another.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:9

This, say some, was another porch of another gate, distinct from that . But others, more likely, refer this measuring to the same gate, but where, as before the breadth, now the length is measured. The posts: these were half columns, that from the floor to the height of the wall jutted out, as if one half of the column were in the wall, and the other without, which was both for beauty and strength; and the protuberance of this half column was one cubit, the other taken up in the wall.

Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:9

Ezekiel 40:9 Then measured he the porch of the gate, eight cubits; and the posts thereof, two cubits; and the porch of the gate [was] inward.Ver. 9. And the porch of the gate was inward.] Or, This was the porch of the inner gate.

Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:9

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 40:9

Verse 9. The porch of the gate] See account of the gates in the plan. Ezekiel 48:35

Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 40:9

Ch. Ezekiel 40:1-27. The outer gateway and court In the 25th year of Jehoiachin’s captivity, which was the 14th year after the fall of the city (b.c. 572), the prophet fell into a prophetic trance (Ezekiel 40:1); he seemed transported to the land of Israel and set down upon a high mountain, on which was a great building (Ezekiel 40:2). At the gate of the building there stood a man with a line of flax in his hand and a measuring reed (Ezekiel 40:3). The prophet is commanded closely to observe all that is shewn him, and to declare it to the house of Israel.

Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 40:9

9. Keil thinks the difference in the measure of the porch may be explained by supposing that Ezekiel 40:8 states the breadth from east to west and Ezekiel 40:9 from north to south.

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