King James Version
What Does Ezekiel 40:13 Mean?
“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.”
Context
11
And he measured the breadth of the entry of the gate, ten cubits; and the length of the gate, thirteen cubits.
12
The space also before the little chambers was one cubit on this side, and the space was one cubit on that side: and the little chambers were six cubits on this side, and six cubits on that side. space: Heb. limit, or, bound
13
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.
14
He made also posts of threescore cubits, even unto the post of the court round about the gate.
15
And from the face of the gate of the entrance unto the face of the porch of the inner gate were fifty cubits.
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary17. (Eze 1:12, 20, 21).
**stood--**God never stands still (Joh 5:17), therefore neither do the angels; but to human perceptions He seems to do so.
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Ezekiel. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Ezekiel 40:13 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.