Ezekiel 40:10
New International Version
Inside the east gate were three alcoves on each side; the three had the same measurements, and the faces of the projecting walls on each side had the same measurements.

New Living Translation
There were three guard alcoves on each side of the gateway passage. Each had the same measurements, and the dividing walls separating them were also identical.

English Standard Version
And there were three side rooms on either side of the east gate. The three were of the same size, and the jambs on either side were of the same size.

Berean Standard Bible
There 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.

King James Bible
And the little chambers of the gate eastward were three on this side, and three on that side; they three were of one measure: and the posts had one measure on this side and on that side.

New King James Version
In the eastern gateway were three gate chambers on one side and three on the other; the three were all the same size; also the gateposts were of the same size on this side and that side.

New American Standard Bible
The guardrooms of the gate toward the east numbered three on each side; the three of them had the same measurement. The side pillars also had the same measurement on each side.

NASB 1995
The guardrooms of the gate toward the east numbered three on each side; the three of them had the same measurement. The side pillars also had the same measurement on each side.

NASB 1977
And the guardrooms of the gate toward the east numbered three on each side; the three of them had the same measurement. The side pillars also had the same measurement on each side.

Legacy Standard Bible
The guardrooms of the gate toward the east numbered three on each side; the three of them had the same measurement. The side pillars also had the same measurement on each side.

Amplified Bible
There were three guardrooms on each side of the gate toward the east; the three were the same size, and the side pillars on each side measured the same.

Christian Standard Bible
There were three recesses on each side of the east gate, each with the same measurements, and the jambs on either side also had the same measurements.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
There were three recesses on each side of the east gate, each with the same measurements, and the pilasters on either side also had the same measurements.

American Standard Version
And the lodges of the gate eastward were three on this side, and three on that side; they three were of one measure: and the posts had one measure on this side and on that side.

Contemporary English Version
The three guardrooms on each side of the passageway were the same size, and the walls that separated them were the same thickness.

English Revised Version
And the lodges of the gate eastward were three on this side, and three on that side; they three were of one measure: and the posts had one measure on this side and on that side.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Now, there were three guardrooms on each side of the eastern gateway. All three rooms on each side were the same size, and the recessed walls on each side were the same size.

Good News Translation
These guardrooms on each side of the passageway were all the same size, and the walls between them were all of the same thickness.)

International Standard Version
Gate guardhouses stood facing east, numbering three on each side, each of them of equal size to the door jamb; that is, having the same measurement on each side.

Majority Standard Bible
There 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.

NET Bible
There were three alcoves on each side of the east gate; the three had the same measurement, and the jambs on either side had the same measurement.

New Heart English Bible
The side-rooms of the gate eastward were three on this side, and three on that side; they three were of one measure: and the jambs had the same measurement.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the little chambers of the gate eastward were three on this side, and three on that side; they three were of one measure: and the posts had one measure on this side and on that side.

World English Bible
The side rooms of the gate eastward were three on this side, and three on that side. The three of them were of one measure. The posts had one measure on this side and on that side.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the little chambers of the gate eastward, three on this side and three on that side; the three of them—one measure, and the posts—one measure, on this side and on that side.

Young's Literal Translation
and the little chambers of the gate eastward, three on this side, and three on that side; one measure is to them three, and one measure is to the posts, on this side and on that side.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the chambers of the gate the way of the east, three from hence, and three from thence; one measure to their three: and one measure to the projections from hence and from thence.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the little chambers of the gate that looked eastward were three on this side, and three on that side: all three were of one measure, and the fronts of one measure, on both parts.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Moreover, the chambers of the gate, toward the way of the east, were three from one side to the other. The three were of one measure, and the fronts were of one measure, on both sides.

New American Bible
On each side of the east gatehouse were three cells, all the same size; their posts were all the same size.

New Revised Standard Version
There were three recesses on either side of the east gate; the three were of the same size; and the pilasters on either side were of the same size.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the small rooms of the gate eastward were three on this side and three on that side; the three were of the same measure; and the posts were of the same size on this side and on that side.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the inside of the eastern door, three from here and three from there, and one measure to their three, and one measure for the threshold that was from here and from there
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the cells of the gate eastward were three on this side, and three on that side; they three were of one measure; and the posts had one measure on this side and on that side.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and the chambers of the gate of the chamber in front were three on one side and three on the other, and there was one measure to the three: there was one measure to the porches on this side and on that.

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Context
The East Gate
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
1 Kings 6:3-5
The portico at the front of the main hall of the temple was twenty cubits long, extending across the width of the temple and projecting out ten cubits in front of the temple. / He also had narrow windows framed high in the temple. / Against the walls of the temple and the inner sanctuary, Solomon built a chambered structure around the temple, in which he constructed the side rooms.

1 Kings 7:21
Thus he set up the pillars at the portico of the temple. The pillar to the south he named Jachin, and the pillar to the north he named Boaz.

2 Chronicles 3:4
The portico at the front, extending across the width of the temple, was twenty cubits long and twenty cubits high. He overlaid the inside with pure gold.

2 Chronicles 3:11-13
The total wingspan of the cherubim was twenty cubits. One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long and touched the wall of the temple, and its other wing was five cubits long and touched the wing of the other cherub. / The wing of the second cherub also measured five cubits and touched the wall of the temple, while its other wing measured five cubits and touched the wing of the first cherub. / So the total wingspan of these cherubim was twenty cubits. They stood on their feet, facing the main room.

2 Chronicles 4:9
He made the courtyard of the priests and the large court with its doors, and he overlaid the doors with bronze.

2 Chronicles 4:19-22
Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of God: the golden altar; the tables on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; / the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed; / the flowers, lamps, and tongs of gold—of purest gold; ...

2 Chronicles 6:10
Now the LORD has fulfilled the word that He spoke. I have succeeded my father David, and I sit on the throne of Israel, as the LORD promised. I have built the house for the Name of the LORD, the God of Israel.

Jeremiah 52:21-23
Each pillar was eighteen cubits tall and twelve cubits in circumference; each was hollow, four fingers thick. / The bronze capital atop one pillar was five cubits high, with a network of bronze pomegranates all around. The second pillar, with its pomegranates, was similar. / Each capital had ninety-six pomegranates on the sides, and a total of a hundred pomegranates were above the surrounding network.

Exodus 26:30-37
So you are to set up the tabernacle according to the pattern shown you on the mountain. / Make a veil of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and finely spun linen, with cherubim skillfully worked into it. / Hang it with gold hooks on four posts of acacia wood, overlaid with gold and standing on four silver bases. ...

Exodus 27:9-19
You are also to make a courtyard for the tabernacle. On the south side of the courtyard make curtains of finely spun linen, a hundred cubits long on one side, / with twenty posts and twenty bronze bases, and silver hooks and bands on the posts. / Likewise there are to be curtains on the north side, a hundred cubits long, with twenty posts and twenty bronze bases, and with silver hooks and bands on the posts. ...

Exodus 36:20-38
Next, he constructed upright frames of acacia wood for the tabernacle. / Each frame was ten cubits long and a cubit and a half wide. / Two tenons were connected to each other for each frame. He made all the frames of the tabernacle in this way. ...

Exodus 38:9-20
Then he constructed the courtyard. The south side of the courtyard was a hundred cubits long and had curtains of finely spun linen, / with twenty posts and twenty bronze bases, and with silver hooks and bands on the posts. / The north side was also a hundred cubits long, with twenty posts and twenty bronze bases. The hooks and bands of the posts were silver. ...

Revelation 21:12-13
The city had a great and high wall with twelve gates inscribed with the names of the twelve tribes of Israel, and twelve angels at the gates. / There were three gates on the east, three on the north, three on the south, and three on the west.

Revelation 21:15-17
The angel who spoke with me had a golden measuring rod to measure the city and its gates and walls. / The city lies foursquare, with its width the same as its length. And he measured the city with the rod, and all its dimensions were equal—12,000 stadia in length and width and height. / And he measured its wall to be 144 cubits, by the human measure the angel was using.

Revelation 21:21
And the twelve gates were twelve pearls, with each gate consisting of a single pearl. The main street of the city was pure gold, as clear as glass.


Treasury of Scripture

And the little chambers of the gate eastward were three on this side, and three on that side; they three were of one measure: and the posts had one measure on this side and on that side.

the little

Ezekiel 40:7
And every little chamber was one reed long, and one reed broad; and between the little chambers were five cubits; and the threshold of the gate by the porch of the gate within was one reed.

Ezekiel 3:11
And go, get thee to them of the captivity, unto the children of thy people, and speak unto them, and tell them, Thus saith the Lord GOD; whether they will hear, or whether they will forbear.

Ezekiel 43:13
And these are the measures of the altar after the cubits: The cubit is a cubit and an hand breadth; even the bottom shall be a cubit, and the breadth a cubit, and the border thereof by the edge thereof round about shall be a span: and this shall be the higher place of the altar.

Ezekiel 43:5
So the spirit took me up, and brought me into the inner court; and, behold, the glory of the LORD filled the house.

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Ezekiel 40
1. The time, manner, and end of the vision of the city and temple
6. The description of the east gate of the outer court
20. of the north gate
24. of the south gate
27. of the south gate of the inner court
32. of the east gate
35. and of the north gate
39. Eight tables
44. The chambers
48. The porch of the house














three guardrooms
The Hebrew word for "guardrooms" is "תָּא" (ta), which can also mean chambers or rooms. These guardrooms were likely used by temple guards or priests, signifying the importance of order and security in the house of God. The number three often symbolizes completeness or divine perfection in the Bible, suggesting that these guardrooms were perfectly designed for their purpose. This reflects God's desire for His dwelling place to be a place of holiness and protection.

on each side of the gateway
The placement of the guardrooms on each side of the gateway indicates symmetry and balance, which are recurring themes in the design of the temple. This symmetry reflects the order and harmony that God brings into the world. The gateway serves as a point of entry, symbolizing access to the divine presence. The balanced design underscores the idea that access to God is structured and intentional.

all the same size
The uniformity in size of the guardrooms emphasizes equality and fairness in the service of God. It suggests that each role or function within the temple is equally important, regardless of its position. This can be seen as a metaphor for the body of Christ, where every member has a unique but equally valuable role to play.

side walls between the guardrooms
The side walls, or "קִיר" (qir) in Hebrew, provide separation and structure. In a spiritual sense, these walls can represent boundaries that protect the sanctity of the temple. They remind us of the importance of maintaining spiritual boundaries in our lives to preserve our relationship with God.

were of equal length
The equal length of the side walls further emphasizes the theme of equality and order. In the context of the temple, it signifies that God's standards and measures are consistent and just. This consistency is a reflection of God's unchanging nature and His fair judgment.

He measured the width of the gateway entrance
The act of measuring, often done by the prophet or an angelic figure, signifies divine approval and precision. The measurement of the gateway entrance highlights the importance of the entrance as a controlled and deliberate point of access to the sacred space. It reminds us that entering into God's presence requires preparation and reverence.

ten cubits
The number ten in biblical numerology often represents completeness or divine order. The width of ten cubits for the gateway entrance suggests that the way to God is complete and perfectly ordained. It is wide enough to allow access but also defined, indicating that there is a specific way to approach God.

the length of the gateway was thirteen cubits
The length of thirteen cubits, while not a commonly symbolic number, can be seen as a specific and intentional design by God. It may suggest that the journey into God's presence is longer and requires more commitment than merely stepping through the entrance. This can inspire believers to pursue a deeper, more committed relationship with God, understanding that it involves a journey of faith and dedication.

Verse 10. - Having reached the furthest limit westward, the guide retraces his steps backward in an easterly direction, noting that on the side of the covered way opposite to that already examined the same arrangements existed as to "lodges" and "posts," the latter of which (אֵילִים) are here first mentioned in connection with the guardrooms, and must be understood as signifying pillars or jambs in front of the walls. Their measurements, which were equal, were probably as in ver. 9, two cubits square.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
There were three
שְׁלֹשָׁ֤ה (šə·lō·šāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 7969: Three, third, thrice

gate chambers
וְתָאֵ֨י (wə·ṯā·’ê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 8372: A chamber

on each side
מִפֹּה֙ (mip·pōh)
Preposition-m | Adverb
Strong's 6311: This place, here

of the east
הַקָּדִ֗ים (haq·qā·ḏîm)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6921: The fore, front part, the East

gate,
הַשַּׁ֜עַר (haš·ša·‘ar)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8179: An opening, door, gate

each with the same
אַחַ֖ת (’a·ḥaṯ)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

measurements,
מִדָּ֥ה (mid·dāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4060: Extension, height, breadth, a measure, a portion, a vestment, tribute

and the gateposts
לָאֵילִ֖ם (lā·’ê·lim)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree

on either side
מִפֹּ֥ה (mip·pōh)
Preposition-m | Adverb
Strong's 6311: This place, here

also had the same
אַחַ֛ת (’a·ḥaṯ)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

measurements.
וּמִדָּ֥ה (ū·mid·dāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4060: Extension, height, breadth, a measure, a portion, a vestment, tribute


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