Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When the cherubim moved, the wheels beside them moved; and when the cherubim spread their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels did not leave their side. New Living Translation When the cherubim moved, the wheels moved with them. When they lifted their wings to fly, the wheels stayed beside them. English Standard Version And when the cherubim went, the wheels went beside them. And when the cherubim lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the wheels did not turn from beside them. Berean Standard Bible When the cherubim moved, the wheels moved beside them, and even when they spread their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels did not veer away from their side. Berean Literal Bible And in the going of the cherubim, the wheels went beside them; and the cherubim, in the lifting up of their wings, rose up from the earth, and the wheels did not turn, also they were beside them. King James Bible And when the cherubims went, the wheels went by them: and when the cherubims lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the same wheels also turned not from beside them. New King James Version When the cherubim went, the wheels went beside them; and when the cherubim lifted their wings to mount up from the earth, the same wheels also did not turn from beside them. New American Standard Bible Now when the cherubim moved, the wheels would move beside them; also when the cherubim lifted up their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels themselves would not turn away from beside them. NASB 1995 Now when the cherubim moved, the wheels would go beside them; also when the cherubim lifted up their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels would not turn from beside them. NASB 1977 Now when the cherubim moved, the wheels would go beside them; also when the cherubim lifted up their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels would not turn from beside them. Legacy Standard Bible Now as the cherubim went, the wheels went beside them; also when the cherubim lifted up their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels would not turn from beside them. Amplified Bible Now when the cherubim moved, the wheels would go beside them; and when the cherubim lifted up their wings to rise from the earth, the wheels would remain beside them. Berean Annotated Bible When the cherubim moved, the wheels moved beside them, and even when they spread their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels did not veer away from their side. Christian Standard Bible When the cherubim moved, the wheels moved beside them, and when they lifted their wings to rise from the earth, even then the wheels did not veer away from them. Holman Christian Standard Bible When the cherubim moved, the wheels moved beside them, and when they lifted their wings to rise from the earth, even then the wheels did not veer away from them. American Standard Version And when the cherubim went, the wheels went beside them; and when the cherubim lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the wheels also turned not from beside them. English Revised Version And when the cherubim went, the wheels went beside them: and when the cherubim lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the wheels also turned not from beside them. GOD'S WORD® Translation When the angels moved, the wheels moved beside them. When the angels lifted their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels didn't leave their side. Good News Translation and moved, the wheels went with them. Whenever they spread their wings to fly, the wheels still went with them. International Standard Version When the cherubim moved, the wheels went alongside them. But when the cherubim started to ascend, beating their wings to rise above the earth, the wheels beside them didn't turn. NET Bible When the cherubim moved, the wheels moved beside them; when the cherubim spread their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels did not move from their side. New Heart English Bible When the cherubim went, the wheels went beside them; and when the cherubim lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the wheels also didn't turn from beside them. Webster's Bible Translation And when the cherubim went, the wheels went by them: and when the cherubim lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the same wheels also turned not from beside them. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen the cherubim moved, the wheels moved beside them, and even when they spread their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels did not veer away from their side. World English Bible When the cherubim went, the wheels went beside them; and when the cherubim lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the wheels also didn’t turn from beside them. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd in the going of the cherubim, the wheels go beside them; and in the cherubim lifting up their wings to be high above the earth, the wheels do not turn around, even they, from being beside them. Berean Literal Bible And in the going of the cherubim, the wheels went beside them; and the cherubim, in the lifting up of their wings, rose up from the earth, and the wheels did not turn, also they were beside them. Young's Literal Translation And in the going of the cherubs, the wheels go beside them; and in the cherubs lifting up their wings to be high above the earth, the wheels turn not round, even they, from being beside them. Smith's Literal Translation And in the going of the cherubs, the wheels by them will go: and in the lifting up of the cherubs their wings to rise up from the earth, the wheels they also from beside them will not turn. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when the cherubims went, the wheels also went by them: and when the cherubims lifted up their wings, to mount up from the earth, the wheels stayed not behind, but were by them. Catholic Public Domain Version And when the cherubim advanced, the wheels also went beside them. And when the cherubim lifted up their wings in order to be raised up from the earth, the wheels did not remain behind, but they also were beside them. New American Bible When the cherubim moved, the wheels went beside them; when the cherubim lifted up their wings to rise from the earth, even then the wheels did not leave their sides. New Revised Standard Version When the cherubim moved, the wheels moved beside them; and when the cherubim lifted up their wings to rise up from the earth, the wheels at their side did not veer. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd when the cherubim went, the wheels also went beside them; and when the cherubim lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the wheels also turned not from beside them. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And whenever the Cherubim were going, the wheels were going with them, and whenever the Cherubim were lifted up, their wings were being lifted up from the Earth. The wheels were not turning away from them OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And when the cherubim went, the wheels went beside them; and when the cherubim lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the same wheels also turned not from beside them. Brenton Septuagint Translation And when the cherubs went, the wheels went, and they were close to them: and when the cherubs lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, their wheels turned not. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context God's Glory Exits the Temple…15Then the cherubim rose upward. These were the living creatures I had seen by the River Kebar. 16When the cherubim moved, the wheels moved beside them, and even when they spread their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels did not veer away from their side. 17When the cherubim stood still, the wheels also stood still, and when they ascended, the wheels ascended with them, for the spirit of the living creatures was in the wheels.… Cross References When the cherubim moved, Ezekiel 1:19-21 So as the living creatures moved, the wheels moved beside them, and when the creatures rose from the ground, the wheels also rose. / Wherever the spirit would go, they would go, and the wheels would rise alongside them, because the spirit of the living creatures was in the wheels. / When the creatures moved, the wheels moved; when the creatures stood still, the wheels stood still; and when the creatures rose from the ground, the wheels rose alongside them, because the spirit of the living creatures was in the wheels. Psalm 18:10-11 He mounted a cherub and flew; He soared on the wings of the wind. / He made darkness His hiding place, and storm clouds a canopy around Him. 2 Samuel 22:11-12 He mounted a cherub and flew; He soared on the wings of the wind. / He made darkness a canopy around Him, a gathering of water and thick clouds. the wheels moved beside them, Ezekiel 1:15-16 When I looked at the living creatures, I saw a wheel on the ground beside each creature with its four faces. / The workmanship of the wheels looked like the gleam of beryl, and all four had the same likeness. Their workmanship looked like a wheel within a wheel. Daniel 7:9 As I continued to watch, thrones were set in place, and the Ancient of Days took His seat. His clothing was white as snow, and the hair of His head was like pure wool. His throne was flaming with fire, and its wheels were all ablaze. Revelation 4:6-8 And before the throne was something like a sea of glass, as clear as crystal. In the center, around the throne, were four living creatures, covered with eyes in front and back. / The first living creature was like a lion, the second like a calf, the third had a face like a man, and the fourth was like an eagle in flight. / And each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around and within. Day and night they never stop saying: “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!” and even when they spread their wings to rise from the ground, Ezekiel 1:24-25 When the creatures moved, I heard the sound of their wings like the roar of many waters, like the voice of the Almighty, like the tumult of an army. When they stood still, they lowered their wings. / And there came a voice from above the expanse over their heads as they stood still with their wings lowered. Exodus 19:4 ‘You have seen for yourselves what I did to Egypt, and how I carried you on eagles’ wings and brought you to Myself. Deuteronomy 32:11-12 As an eagle stirs up its nest and hovers over its young, He spread His wings to catch them and carried them on His pinions. / The LORD alone led him, and no foreign god was with him. the wheels did not veer away from their side. Ezekiel 1:17 As they moved, they went in any of the four directions, without pivoting as they moved. Joshua 1:7 Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that My servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may prosper wherever you go. Proverbs 4:27 Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your feet away from evil. 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. Revelation 1:14-16 The hair of His head was white like wool, as white as snow, and His eyes were like a blazing fire. / His feet were like polished bronze refined in a furnace, and His voice was like the roar of many waters. / He held in His right hand seven stars, and a sharp double-edged sword came from His mouth. His face was like the sun shining at its brightest. Ezekiel 43:1-5 Then the man brought me back to the gate that faces east, / and I saw the glory of the God of Israel coming from the east. His voice was like the roar of many waters, and the earth shone with His glory. / The vision I saw was like the vision I had seen when He came to destroy the city and like the visions I had seen by the River Kebar. I fell facedown, … Revelation 10:1 Then I saw another mighty angel coming down from heaven, wrapped in a cloud, with a rainbow above his head. His face was like the sun, and his legs were like pillars of fire. Treasury of Scripture And when the cherubim went, the wheels went by them: and when the cherubim lifted up their wings to mount up from the earth, the same wheels also turned not from beside them. Ezekiel 1:19-21 And when the living creatures went, the wheels went by them: and when the living creatures were lifted up from the earth, the wheels were lifted up… Jump to Previous Cherubim Cherubims Earth Ground High Lifted Mount Moved Ones Rise Round Spread Turn Turned Wheels Winged WingsJump to Next Cherubim Cherubims Earth Ground High Lifted Mount Moved Ones Rise Round Spread Turn Turned Wheels Winged WingsEzekiel 10 1. The vision of the coals of fire, to be scattered over the city8. The vision of the cherubim When the cherubim moved The cherubim are angelic beings often associated with the presence and glory of God. In Ezekiel's vision, they symbolize God's divine presence and His active involvement in the affairs of Israel. The movement of the cherubim signifies God's dynamic and sovereign action in the world. This imagery is consistent with other biblical depictions of cherubim, such as in Genesis 3:24, where they guard the way to the Tree of Life, and in Exodus 25:18-22, where they are part of the mercy seat on the Ark of the Covenant. the wheels moved beside them and even when they spread their wings to rise from the ground the wheels did not veer away from their side Persons / Places / Events 1. CherubimThese are angelic beings often associated with the presence and glory of God. In Ezekiel's vision, they are depicted as having a significant role in the divine chariot, symbolizing God's mobility and sovereignty. 2. Wheels The wheels are part of the divine chariot seen in Ezekiel's vision. They represent the omnipresence and omnipotence of God, moving in perfect harmony with the cherubim. 3. Ezekiel A prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel receives visions from God, including this one, which conveys messages of judgment and restoration. 4. The Temple The setting of Ezekiel's vision, representing the place of God's dwelling among His people, which is being judged due to Israel's unfaithfulness. 5. The Glory of the Lord This refers to the manifest presence of God, which is seen departing from the temple in Ezekiel's vision, signifying judgment and the withdrawal of God's presence due to the people's sin. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty and MobilityThe vision of the cherubim and wheels illustrates God's ability to move and act according to His will, unhindered by earthly constraints. Believers can trust in God's sovereign control over all circumstances. The Presence of God The departure of God's glory from the temple serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of sin. It calls believers to live in holiness and maintain a relationship with God, ensuring His presence remains with them. Judgment and Restoration Ezekiel's vision is a message of both judgment and hope. While it depicts the departure of God's glory due to Israel's sin, it also foreshadows the eventual restoration and return of God's presence. Believers are encouraged to repent and seek God's restoration in their lives. Harmony in God's Creation The perfect synchronization between the cherubim and the wheels reflects the order and harmony in God's creation. Believers are called to align their lives with God's will, moving in step with His purposes. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 10:16?2. How does Ezekiel 10:16 illustrate God's sovereignty over angelic beings and creation? 3. What is the significance of the "wheels" moving with the cherubim in Ezekiel 10:16? 4. How can Ezekiel 10:16 deepen our understanding of God's presence and guidance today? 5. In what ways does Ezekiel 10:16 connect to Revelation's depiction of heavenly beings? 6. How can we apply the obedience of the cherubim in our daily lives? 7. What is the significance of the cherubim's movement in Ezekiel 10:16? 8. How does Ezekiel 10:16 relate to God's presence and glory? 9. Why are the wheels mentioned alongside the cherubim in Ezekiel 10:16? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 10? 11. Do angels possess wings? 12. How does the intricate temple imagery in Ezekiel 10 relate to known architecture and practices during the Babylonian captivity? 13. In Ezekiel 10:12, how can 'eyes all around' on the wheels align with any natural or scientific explanation? 14. What are the ophanim in the Bible? What Does Ezekiel 10:16 Mean When the cherubim movedEzekiel first saw these cherubim in 1:4–14, and he repeats the scene here to stress continuity. Each time they move, the prophet knows the divine presence itself is in motion (Psalm 99:1; 2 Samuel 6:2). • God is not confined to one spot; His glory is active and purposeful. • The obedient movement of the cherubim reminds us that angelic beings respond instantly to God’s commands (Psalm 103:20). • For Israel in exile, this vision says, “The Lord who left the temple can reach you in Babylon.” the wheels moved beside them These wheels, “full of eyes” (Ezekiel 1:18), symbolize God’s all-seeing sovereignty. Wherever the cherubim go, the wheels go—no lag, no friction (Daniel 7:9 pictures fiery wheels under God’s throne). • The pairing shows perfect harmony in God’s administration; nothing in His rule is random or detached. • “Beside them” underscores consistency: the mechanisms of judgment or blessing are never out of alignment with His character (James 1:17). and even when they spread their wings to rise from the ground The lifting of wings signals a new stage—God’s glory preparing to depart the earthly temple (Ezekiel 10:18-19). Isaiah 6:2 and Revelation 4:8 describe winged beings covering themselves while worshiping, stressing reverence and readiness. • Rising “from the ground” hints that heaven’s agenda overrides earthly anchoring. • It also foreshadows future movements: the return of glory in Ezekiel 43 and, ultimately, Christ’s return (Acts 1:9-11). the wheels did not veer away from their side Absolute synchronization keeps the vision from drifting into chaos (Ezekiel 1:17). The wheels never swerve because God’s purposes never wobble (Job 23:13; 1 Chronicles 28:20). • In judgment or mercy, His actions stay perfectly aligned with His nature. • Believers can trust that the same precision governs their lives—“all things work together” (Romans 8:28). • The picture rebukes any thought that God has lost control when circumstances seem turbulent. summary Ezekiel 10:16 paints a vivid tableau of God’s mobile, coordinated glory: cherubim acting at His command, wheels illustrating unfailing sovereignty, wings lifting the scene heavenward, and un-deviating movement assuring us of His steadiness. The verse means that wherever God moves, His rule, vision, and purpose move in flawless union—inviting us to worship, trust, and follow Him with the same ready obedience displayed by the cherubim and their wheels. Hebrew When the cherubimהַכְּרוּבִ֔ים (hak·kə·rū·ḇîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings moved, וּבְלֶ֙כֶת֙ (ū·ḇə·le·ḵeṯ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk the wheels הָאוֹפַנִּ֖ים (hā·’ō·w·p̄an·nîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 212: A wheel moved יֵלְכ֥וּ (yê·lə·ḵū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk beside them, אֶצְלָ֑ם (’eṣ·lām) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's 681: A joining together, proximity [and even when they] הַכְּרוּבִ֜ים (hak·kə·rū·ḇîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings spread וּבִשְׂאֵ֨ת (ū·ḇiś·’êṯ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take their wings כַּנְפֵיהֶ֗ם (kan·p̄ê·hem) Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 3671: An edge, extremity, a wing, a flap, a quarter, a pinnacle to rise לָרוּם֙ (lā·rūm) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 7311: To be high actively, to rise, raise from מֵעַ֣ל (mê·‘al) Preposition-m Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the ground, הָאָ֔רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land the wheels הָאוֹפַנִּ֛ים (hā·’ō·w·p̄an·nîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 212: A wheel did not לֹא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no veer away יִסַּ֧בּוּ (yis·sab·bū) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5437: To turn about, go around, surround from their side. מֵאֶצְלָֽם׃ (mê·’eṣ·lām) Preposition-m | third person masculine plural Strong's 681: A joining together, proximity Links Ezekiel 10:16 NIVEzekiel 10:16 NLT Ezekiel 10:16 ESV Ezekiel 10:16 NASB Ezekiel 10:16 KJV Ezekiel 10:16 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 10:16 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 10:16 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 10:16 French Bible Ezekiel 10:16 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 10:16 When the cherubim went the wheels went (Ezek. 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