Ezekiel 46:24
Ezekiel 46:24 in Multiple Translations
And he said to me, “These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple will cook the sacrifices offered by the people.”
Then said he unto me, These are the places of them that boil, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people.
Then said he unto me, These are the boiling-houses, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people.
And he said to me, These are the boiling-rooms, where the offering of the people is cooked by the servants of the house.
He told me, “These are the kitchens where those who serve in the Temple will cook the people's sacrificial offerings.”
Then said he vnto me, This is the kitchin where the ministers of the house shall seethe the sacrifice of the people.
And he saith unto me, 'These [are] the houses of those boiling where the ministrants of the house boil the sacrifice of the people.'
Then he said to me, “These are the boiling houses, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people.”
Then said he to me, These are the places of them that boil, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people.
And he said to me: This is the house of the kitchens wherein the ministers of the house of the Lord shall boil the victims of the people.
The man said to me, “These are the kitchens where the descendants of Levi who work in the temple must cook the sacrifices that the people bring.”
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 46:24
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Ezekiel 46:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר
אֵלָ֑/י
אֵ֚לֶּה
בֵּ֣ית
הַֽ/מְבַשְּׁלִ֔ים
אֲשֶׁ֧ר
יְבַשְּׁלוּ
שָׁ֛ם
מְשָׁרְתֵ֥י
הַ/בַּ֖יִת
אֶת
זֶ֥בַח
הָ/עָֽם
וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֵלָ֑/י
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
אֵ֚לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Pron
בֵּ֣ית
bayith
H1004
place
N-ms
הַֽ/מְבַשְּׁלִ֔ים
bâshal
H1310
to boil
Art | V-Piel
אֲשֶׁ֧ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
יְבַשְּׁלוּ
bâshal
H1310
to boil
V-Piel-Imperf-3mp
שָׁ֛ם
shâm
H8033
there
Adv
מְשָׁרְתֵ֥י
shârath
H8334
to minister
V-Piel
הַ/בַּ֖יִת
bayith
H1004
place
Art | N-ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
זֶ֥בַח
zebach
H2077
sacrifice
N-ms
הָ/עָֽם
ʻam
H5971
Amaw
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 46:24
וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
אֵלָ֑/י
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
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.
אֵ֚לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
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.
בֵּ֣ית
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.
הַֽ/מְבַשְּׁלִ֔ים
bâshal
H1310
"to boil"
Art | V-Piel
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to boil or cook something, like food in a pot. It can also mean to ripen, like fruit growing ripe on a tree.
Definition: 1) to boil, cook, bake, roast, ripen, grow ripe 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to boil, cook 1a2) to grow ripe, ripen 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to boil 1b2) to cook 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be boiled 1c2) to be sodden 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to ripen 1d2) ripen, brought to ripeness
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: bake, boil, bring forth, roast, seethe, sod (be sodden). See also: Genesis 40:10; 1 Samuel 2:15; Zechariah 14:21.
אֲשֶׁ֧ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
יְבַשְּׁלוּ
bâshal
H1310
"to boil"
V-Piel-Imperf-3mp
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to boil or cook something, like food in a pot. It can also mean to ripen, like fruit growing ripe on a tree.
Definition: 1) to boil, cook, bake, roast, ripen, grow ripe 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to boil, cook 1a2) to grow ripe, ripen 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to boil 1b2) to cook 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be boiled 1c2) to be sodden 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to ripen 1d2) ripen, brought to ripeness
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: bake, boil, bring forth, roast, seethe, sod (be sodden). See also: Genesis 40:10; 1 Samuel 2:15; Zechariah 14:21.
שָׁ֛ם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
מְשָׁרְתֵ֥י
shârath
H8334
"to minister"
V-Piel
This verb means to serve or minister to someone, often in a worship or temple setting. It is used to describe the work of priests and Levites in the Old Testament.
Definition: (Piel) to minister, serve, minister to
Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: minister (unto), (do) serve(-ant, -ice, -itor), wait on. See also: Genesis 39:4; 1 Chronicles 26:12; Psalms 101:6.
הַ/בַּ֖יִת
bayith
H1004
"place"
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.
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.
זֶ֥בַח
zebach
H2077
"sacrifice"
N-ms
A sacrifice refers to the act of offering an animal's flesh to God, such as in the sacrifices of righteousness or the Passover. This term encompasses various types of sacrifices, including thank offerings and covenant sacrifices. The KJV translates it as 'offer' or 'sacrifice'.
Definition: 1) sacrifice 1a) sacrifices of righteousness 1b) sacrifices of strife 1c) sacrifices to dead things 1d) the covenant sacrifice 1e) the passover 1f) annual sacrifice 1g) thank offering
Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: offer(-ing), sacrifice. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Samuel 2:19; Psalms 4:6.
הָ/עָֽם
ʻam
H5971
"Amaw"
Art | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 46:24
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- Context
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- Ezekiel 46:24 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 46:24
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 46:24
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:24
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:24
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:24
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 46:24
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:24
- Sermons on Ezekiel 46:24
Context — The Courts for Boiling and Baking
22In the four corners of the outer court there were enclosed courts, each forty cubits long and thirty cubits wide. Each of the four corner areas had the same dimensions.
23Around the inside of each of the four courts was a row of masonry with ovens built at the base of the walls on all sides.
24And he said to me, “These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple will cook the sacrifices offered by the people.”
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 46:20 | and said to me, “This is the place where the priests shall boil the guilt offering and the sin offering, and where they shall bake the grain offering, so that they do not bring them into the outer court and transmit holiness to the people.” |
| 2 | John 21:15–17 | When they had finished eating, Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love Me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus replied, “Feed My lambs.” Jesus asked a second time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” “Yes, Lord,” he answered, “You know I love You.” Jesus told him, “Shepherd My sheep.” Jesus asked a third time, “Simon son of John, do you love Me?” Peter was deeply hurt that Jesus had asked him a third time, “Do you love Me?” “Lord, You know all things,” he replied. “You know I love You.” Jesus said to him, “Feed My sheep. |
| 3 | 1 Peter 5:2 | Be shepherds of God’s flock that is among you, watching over them not out of compulsion, but because it is God’s will; not out of greed, but out of eagerness; |
| 4 | Matthew 24:45 | Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom the master has put in charge of his household, to give the others their food at the proper time? |
Ezekiel 46:24 Summary
[Ezekiel 46:24 describes a special place in the temple where the priests would cook the sacrifices that people offered to God. This shows how important it was for the people to have a clean and holy place to worship and offer their sacrifices, just like we see in Exodus 20:24-26 and Leviticus 1:1-17. The idea of having a dedicated space for worship and service is still important for us today, as we are called to be the temple of God, according to 1 Corinthians 3:16-17.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the kitchens in Ezekiel 46:24 used for?
The kitchens in Ezekiel 46:24 were used by those who ministered at the temple to cook the sacrifices offered by the people, as a way of providing a holy and clean space for the preparation of these offerings, similar to the instructions given in Leviticus 7:6 and Deuteronomy 12:21.
Who were the people that ministered at the temple?
The people who ministered at the temple were the priests and Levites, who were responsible for the daily sacrifices and upkeep of the temple, as described in Numbers 18:1-7 and 1 Chronicles 23:28-32.
What kind of sacrifices were cooked in these kitchens?
The sacrifices cooked in these kitchens were likely the meat offerings and peace offerings, which were a part of the worship and sacrifice system in the Old Testament, as described in Leviticus 3:1-17 and Leviticus 7:11-21.
Is this verse still relevant to Christians today?
While the specific temple and sacrifice system described in Ezekiel 46:24 is not directly applicable to Christians today, the principle of holy and dedicated spaces for worship and service remains, as seen in 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 and 2 Corinthians 6:16, where believers are described as the temple of God.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's desire for holiness and purity in our worship and service?
- How can we, as believers, apply the principle of dedicated spaces for worship and service in our own lives and churches?
- What role do you think the concept of sacrifice and offering plays in our understanding of worship and relationship with God, in light of Hebrews 13:15-16?
- How can we balance the physical and spiritual aspects of our worship, as seen in the combination of kitchens and sacrifices in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 46:24
Then said he unto me, these are the places of them that boil,.... The kitchens, in which those whose business it was to boil the sacrifices did it; and who they were are next declared: where the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 46:24
After he brought me through the entry, which was at the side of the gate, into the holy chambers of the priests, which looked toward the north: and, behold, there was a place on the two sides westward.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:24
Them that boil; appointed to do the cook’ s work. The ministers; either Levites, or else degraded priests, of which see . The house; the temple of God. Shall boil the sacrifices which they bring, particularly their peace-offerings, of which the people were to have a portion, and to eat it before the Lord, which is the reason some think these courts and kitchens were in the corners of the courts of the people. But I think, as the people bringing a sacrifice were admitted into the court that was the court of the priests, and to the very gates of the court of the temple, where they gave the sacrifice to the priest, and saw him prepare and offer it for them, so they might be admitted to feast on so solemn occasion in the courts or chambers, whither ordinarily they might not come; I cannot therefore determine these kitchen courts to have been in the court of the people, it is more likely they were in the priests’ courts.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:24
Ezekiel 46:24 Then said he unto me, These [are] the places of them that boil, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people.Ver. 24. These are the places of them that boil.] Of God’ s cooks, who dress spiritual food for the use of his people. See Ezekiel 46:20.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:24
(24) Ministers of the house.—Not priests, but Temple servants, who were usually Levites.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 46:24
24. The “ministers” are the subordinate officials—the Levites.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:24
19-24. The kitchens of the priests are now described. “Then he brought me through the entry,… and behold, there was a place on the hinder part westward” (R.V.). See L in chart facing page 209.
Sermons on Ezekiel 46:24
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Brokenness Study #3 - the Process by Charles Stanley | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding God's targeting of our areas of brokenness. Brokenness, according to the speaker, is God's way of dealing wit |
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I Go a Fishing by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the story of Peter and his denial of Jesus. He emphasizes the importance of loyalty and devotion to God, especially in times of difficulty. |
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Authentic Missions, Part One by K.P. Yohannan | In this sermon, Brother K. P. Johannon discusses the concept of authentic missions and what it looks like according to the teachings of Jesus. He begins by acknowledging that Jesus |
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Lovest Thou Me by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the story of Peter meeting Jesus after his resurrection. The speaker acknowledges that many of us may have experienced disillusionment, defe |
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Loving Jesus by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of loving Jesus wholeheartedly. He urges believers to prioritize their relationship with Christ above all earthly possessions |
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Islamic Spiritual War #2 - Wake Up America by Avi Lipkin | The video mentioned in the sermon transcripts is not described in detail, but it is implied that it highlights how the media can focus on one person while ignoring the surrounding |
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The Disciple Who Loved Jesus and the One Jesus Loved by Roy Hession | In this sermon, Roy Hessian speaks about the concept of being forgiven much or little. He emphasizes that God's forgiveness is available to all, regardless of the magnitude of thei |