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Ezekiel 8:4

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Ezekiel 8:4 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

And there I saw the glory of the God of Israel, like the vision I had seen in the plain.

King James Version KJV

And, behold, the glory of the God of Israel was there, according to the vision that I saw in the plain.

American Standard Version ASV

And, behold, the glory of the God of Israel was there, according to the appearance that I saw in the plain.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And I saw the glory of the Lord there, as in the vision which I saw in the valley.

Free Bible Version FBV

I saw the glory of the God of Israel there, just like I had in the vision I'd seen in the valley.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And beholde, the glorie of the God of Israel was there according to the vision, that I saw in the fielde.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

and lo, there the honour of the God of Israel, as the appearance that I saw in the valley.

World English Bible WEB

Behold, the glory of the God of Israel was there, according to the appearance that I saw in the plain.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And behold, the glory of the God of Israel was there, according to the vision that I saw in the plain.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And behold the glory of the God of Israel was there, according to the vision which I had seen in the plain.

Translation for Translators T4T

And there in front of me was the brilliant light that indicated the presence of the God whom the Israeli people previously worshiped. It was like the vision that I had seen alongside the Kebar River/Canal.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 8:4

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Ezekiel 8:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/הִ֨נֵּה שָׁ֔ם כְּב֖וֹד אֱלֹהֵ֣י יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל כַּ/מַּרְאֶ֕ה אֲשֶׁ֥ר רָאִ֖יתִי בַּ/בִּקְעָֽה
וְ/הִ֨נֵּה hinnêh H2009 behold Conj | Part
שָׁ֔ם shâm H8033 there Adv
כְּב֖וֹד kâbôwd H3519 glory N-cs
אֱלֹהֵ֣י ʼĕlôhîym H430 God N-mp
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל Yisrâʼêl H3478 Israel N-proper
כַּ/מַּרְאֶ֕ה marʼeh H4758 appearance Prep | N-ms
אֲשֶׁ֥ר ʼăsher H834 which Rel
רָאִ֖יתִי râʼâh H7200 Provider V-Qal-Perf-1cs
בַּ/בִּקְעָֽה biqʻâh H1237 valley Prep | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 8:4

וְ/הִ֨נֵּה hinnêh H2009 "behold" Conj | Part
This Hebrew word is an expression that means 'behold' or 'look', often used to draw attention to something. It appears in Genesis and Isaiah, and is translated as 'behold' or 'lo' in the KJV.
Definition: behold, lo, see, if
Usage: Occurs in 799 OT verses. KJV: behold, lo, see. See also: Genesis 1:29; Genesis 42:35; Deuteronomy 19:18.
שָׁ֔ם 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.
כְּב֖וֹד kâbôwd H3519 "glory" N-cs
Glory refers to great honor or splendor, often used to describe God's majesty, as in Psalm 138:5 where David praises God's glorious name. It can also refer to wealth or abundance, like in Genesis 31:1 where Jacob's wealth is described.
Definition: 1) glory, honour, glorious, abundance 1a) abundance, riches 1b) honour, splendour, glory 1c) honour, dignity 1d) honour, reputation 1e) honour, reverence, glory 1f) glory
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: glorious(-ly), glory, honour(-able). See also: Genesis 31:1; Psalms 113:4; Psalms 3:4.
אֱלֹהֵ֣י ʼĕlôhîym H430 "God" N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל Yisrâʼêl H3478 "Israel" N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
כַּ/מַּרְאֶ֕ה marʼeh H4758 "appearance" Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a sight or appearance, and can describe something beautiful or a supernatural vision. It encompasses various aspects of seeing, including physical and mental perceptions, and is used in different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) sight, appearance, vision 1a) sight, phenomenon, spectacle, appearance, vision 1b) what is seen 1c) a vision (supernatural) 1d) sight, vision (power of seeing)
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] apparently, appearance(-reth), [idiom] as soon as beautiful(-ly), countenance, fair, favoured, form, goodly, to look (up) on (to), look(-eth), pattern, to see, seem, sight, visage, vision. See also: Genesis 2:9; Job 41:1; Isaiah 11:3.
אֲשֶׁ֥ר 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.
רָאִ֖יתִי râʼâh H7200 "Provider" V-Qal-Perf-1cs
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
בַּ/בִּקְעָֽה biqʻâh H1237 "valley" Prep | N-fs
A valley is a low area of land between hills or mountains, and in the Bible, it can also mean a plain or level area, as seen in Ezekiel 3:22-23.
Definition: 1) valley 2) plain, level valley Aramaic equivalent: biq.a (בִּקְעָא "plain" H1236)
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: plain, valley. See also: Genesis 11:2; Isaiah 40:4; Psalms 104:8.

Study Notes — Ezekiel 8:4

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1 Ezekiel 3:22–23 And there the hand of the LORD was upon me, and He said to me, “Get up, go out to the plain, and there I will speak with you.” So I got up and went out to the plain, and behold, the glory of the LORD was present there, like the glory I had seen by the River Kebar, and I fell facedown.
2 Exodus 40:34–35 Then the cloud covered the Tent of Meeting, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. Moses was unable to enter the Tent of Meeting because the cloud had settled on it, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle.
3 Ezekiel 11:22–23 Then the cherubim, with the wheels beside them, spread their wings, and the glory of the God of Israel was above them. And the glory of the LORD rose up from within the city and stood over the mountain east of the city.
4 Ezekiel 10:1–4 And I looked and saw above the expanse, above the heads of the cherubim, the likeness of a throne of sapphire. And the LORD said to the man clothed in linen, “Go inside the wheelwork beneath the cherubim. Fill your hands with burning coals from among the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” And as I watched, he went in. Now when the man went in, the cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple, and a cloud filled the inner court. Then the glory of the LORD rose from above the cherubim and stood over the threshold of the temple. The temple was filled with the cloud, and the court was filled with the brightness of the glory of the LORD.
5 2 Corinthians 3:18 And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.
6 2 Corinthians 4:4–6 The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers so they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. For we do not proclaim ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake. For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
7 Ezekiel 9:3 Then the glory of the God of Israel rose from above the cherubim, where it had been, and moved to the threshold of the temple. And He called to the man clothed in linen who had the writing kit at his side.
8 Exodus 25:22 And I will meet with you there above the mercy seat, between the two cherubim that are over the ark of the Testimony; I will speak with you about all that I command you regarding the Israelites.
9 Hebrews 1:3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His nature, upholding all things by His powerful word. After He had provided purification for sins, He sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high.
10 Ezekiel 1:26–28 Above the expanse over their heads was the likeness of a throne with the appearance of sapphire, and on the throne high above was a figure like that of a man. From what seemed to be His waist up, I saw a gleam like amber, with what looked like fire within it all around. And from what seemed to be His waist down, I saw what looked like fire; and brilliant light surrounded Him. The appearance of the brilliant light all around Him was like that of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. And when I saw it, I fell facedown and heard a voice speaking.

Ezekiel 8:4 Summary

[Ezekiel 8:4 tells us that the prophet Ezekiel saw the glory of God, which is a powerful and beautiful presence that shows us who God is, as seen in Psalm 29:1-2 and Isaiah 6:1-5. This glory is like a brilliant light that shines brighter than anything else, and it's what makes God so worthy of our worship and praise, as seen in Revelation 4:1-11. Just like Ezekiel, we can experience God's glory in our lives when we seek Him with our whole hearts, as seen in Jeremiah 29:13 and Matthew 7:7-8. By focusing on God's glory, we can be reminded of His love, power, and presence in our lives, and be encouraged to live for Him, as seen in Romans 11:36 and 1 Corinthians 10:31.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the glory of the God of Israel refer to in Ezekiel 8:4?

The glory of the God of Israel in Ezekiel 8:4 refers to the divine presence and radiance of God, similar to the vision Ezekiel had in Ezekiel 1:4-28, where he saw the throne of God and the four living creatures, which is also described in Isaiah 6:1-5 as the heavenly throne room.

Why does Ezekiel see the glory of God in this specific location?

Ezekiel sees the glory of God in the north gate of the inner court, near the idol that provokes jealousy, to emphasize the stark contrast between God's holy presence and the idolatrous practices of the Israelites, as seen in Deuteronomy 32:16 and Psalm 78:58.

How does this verse relate to the rest of the book of Ezekiel?

Ezekiel 8:4 sets the stage for the rest of the book, which describes God's judgment on Israel for their idolatry and disobedience, as seen in Ezekiel 8:5-18, and ultimately points to the hope of restoration and redemption in Ezekiel 36-37, which is also seen in Jeremiah 31:31-34.

What is the significance of the phrase 'like the vision I had seen in the plain'?

The phrase 'like the vision I had seen in the plain' refers to Ezekiel's initial vision of God in Ezekiel 1:1-28, which took place by the Kebar River, and serves as a reminder of the authenticity and authority of Ezekiel's prophetic calling, as seen in Jeremiah 1:4-10.

Reflection Questions

  1. What does it mean to behold the glory of God, and how can I experience it in my own life?
  2. How do I recognize and respond to the presence of God in my daily life, especially in the midst of challenging circumstances?
  3. What are some modern-day 'idols' that can distract me from seeking God's presence, and how can I avoid them?
  4. How can I cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God's glory, as described in Psalm 19:1-6 and Isaiah 40:28?

Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 8:4

And, behold, the glory of the God of Israel [was] there,.... In the temple, between the cherubim, where the Shechinah or the glory of the divine Majesty dwelt; for as yet he had not removed, though

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 8:4

And, behold, the glory of the God of Israel was there, according to the vision that I saw in the plain. Behold, the glory of the God of Israel was there.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 8:4

The glory of God: see 3:23. Was there; whither he carried me, and there it showed me what I saw. According to the vision that I saw; like that; which gave further confirmation to the prophet, and encouraged him in his work and call.

Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 8:4

Ezekiel 8:4 And, behold, the glory of the God of Israel [was] there, according to the vision that I saw in the plain.Ver. 4. And behold the glory of the God of Israel,] i.e., The glorious God of Israel. Was there,] scil., At the inner gate, where that image of jealousy stood. The Jews were great idolaters before the captivity, not so afterwards. According to the vision.] See Ezekiel 3:23. This befell for his further confirmation, ne remum abjiceret, ut aiunt: this was now the third time, and all was but enough.

Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 8:4

(4) The glory of the God of Israel was there.—Not the glory of the Lord filling the temple as in the days of old, but the glory “according to the vision that I saw in the plain”—i.e., the same vision which had before appeared to the prophet now in his vision—a vision within a vision—appeared to him again in the temple. The identity of the vision is again particularly mentioned in Ezekiel 10:15; Ezekiel 10:22, and even without this would be plain from the description given of it in Ezekiel 10. At the same time, various particulars are mentioned (as in Ezekiel 10:12) which were omitted in Ezekiel 1, and others are mentioned there which are omitted here, as the cloud and the firmament (Ezekiel 1:4; Ezekiel 1:22); and there are also some entirely new features introduced, as the “six men” and “the man clothed in linen” (Ezekiel 9:2), for which there was no occasion in the former vision. “The God of Israel” is emphatic, the God who had loved and chosen Israel, and Whom Israel should have served, in contrast with the idol which they had placed in His temple.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 8:4

Verse 4. The vision that I saw in the plain.] See Clarke on Ezekiel 3:23; see also Ezekiel 1:3.

Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 8:4

4. The glory of the Lord was that seen by the prophet at the Chebar (ch. 1). This glory expressed the prophet’s conception of Jehovah. And this Jehovah is here, in contrast with the deities worshipped by the people, and beholding their worship.

Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 8:4

The glory of the Lord having departed from His seat between the cherubims in the holy of holies (see Ezekiel 9:3) rests in the threshold of the temple, to execute vengeance before it quits the house altogether Ezekiel 10:18.

Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 8:4

4. The glory of the God of Israel was there — See notes chaps. i and 10. Jehovah in his omnipotent and omniscient splendor was present and saw all these insults to his majesty.

Sermons on Ezekiel 8:4

SermonDescription
Rick Hagans Encounter the Glory, Accomplish Your Goal by Rick Hagans In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of being a true witness for God. He emphasizes the need to be touched by the glory of God in order to have a powerful and effec
Charles E. Cowman Waiting and Working by Charles E. Cowman Charles E. Cowman preaches about the importance of waiting on God's timing and trusting His plans, even when faced with unexpected delays or obstacles. He emphasizes the need to su
David Wilkerson The Power of God's Presence by David Wilkerson In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking God's presence and experiencing His glory. He leads the congregation in a prayer of surrender and asks the Holy Sp
J. Vernon McGee (Exodus) Exodus 40:34-38 by J. Vernon McGee In this sermon, the preacher discusses the book of Exodus and how it opens in gloom in the brickyards of Egypt but closes in glory. The presence of the Lord is seen in the tabernac
Art Katz The Shaping of Godly Character by Art Katz In this sermon, the speaker discusses the theme of the conference, which is the shaping of godly character. He expresses his burden for the Jewish believers in New York City and pr
T. Austin-Sparks The Glory of God - Part 1 by T. Austin-Sparks In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of reflecting the glory of God in our family relationships. He highlights how Jesus commends sincerity but condemns hypocrisy.
E.A. Johnston A Silent Church Amidst a Sinful Nation by E.A. Johnston In this sermon, the speaker highlights the current state of the Christian Church, describing it as helpless and facing powers of darkness. He emphasizes that the Church has substit
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