Ezekiel 41:15 Next he measured the length of the building facing the temple courtyard at the rear of the temple, including its galleries on each side; it was a hundred cubits. The outer sanctuary, the inner sanctuary, and the porticoes facing the court,

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New International Version
Then he measured the length of the building facing the courtyard at the rear of the temple, including its galleries on each side; it was a hundred cubits. The main hall, the inner sanctuary and the portico facing the court,

New Living Translation
The building to the west, including its two walls, was also 175 feet wide. The sanctuary, the inner room, and the entry room of the Temple

English Standard Version
Then he measured the length of the building facing the yard that was at the back and its galleries on either side, a hundred cubits. The inside of the nave and the vestibules of the court,

Berean Standard Bible
Next he measured the length of the building facing the temple courtyard at the rear of the temple, including its galleries on each side; it was a hundred cubits. The outer sanctuary, the inner sanctuary, and the porticoes facing the court,

King James Bible
And he measured the length of the building over against the separate place which was behind it, and the galleries thereof on the one side and on the other side, an hundred cubits, with the inner temple, and the porches of the court;

New King James Version
He measured the length of the building behind it, facing the separating courtyard, with its galleries on the one side and on the other side, one hundred cubits, as well as the inner temple and the porches of the court,

New American Standard Bible
And he measured the length of the building along the front of the separate area behind it, with a gallery on each side, a hundred cubits; he also measured the inner sanctuary and the porches of the courtyard.

NASB 1995
He measured the length of the building along the front of the separate area behind it, with a gallery on each side, a hundred cubits; he also measured the inner nave and the porches of the court.

NASB 1977
And he measured the length of the building along the front of the separate area behind it, with a gallery on each side, a hundred cubits; he also measured the inner nave and the porches of the court.

Legacy Standard Bible
He measured the length of the building along the front of the separate area behind it, with a gallery on each side, one hundred cubits, along with the inner nave and the porches of the court.

Amplified Bible
He (the angel) measured the length of the building along the front of the separate area behind it, with a gallery on each side, a hundred cubits; he also measured the inner sanctuary and the porches (porticoes) of the courtyard.

Christian Standard Bible
Next he measured the length of the building facing the temple yard to the west, with its galleries on each side; it was 175 feet. The interior of the great hall and the porticoes of the court—

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Next he measured the length of the building facing the temple yard to the west, with its galleries on each side; it was 175 feet. The interior of the great hall and the porticoes of the court—

American Standard Version
And he measured the length of the building before the separate place which was at the back thereof, and the galleries thereof on the one side and on the other side, a hundred cubits; and the inner temple, and the porches of the court;

Contemporary English Version
Finally, the man measured the length of the west building, including the side rooms on each end, and it was also 50 meters. The inside walls of the temple's porch and main room

English Revised Version
And he measured the length of the building before the separate place which was at the back thereof, and the galleries thereof on the one side and on the other side, an hundred cubits; and the inner temple, and the porches of the court;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He also measured the length of the building facing the courtyard on the west side along with its corridors on both sides. It was 175 feet long. The holy place and the most holy place were paneled.

Good News Translation
He measured the length of the building to the west, including its galleries on both sides, and it was also 168 feet. The entrance room of the Temple, the Holy Place, and the Most Holy Place

International Standard Version
Next, he measured 100 cubits as the length of the structure toward the front of the courtyard that stood behind it, where it housed a gallery on each side of it. Then he measured the Temple and the inner porticos of the courtyard,

Majority Standard Bible
Next he measured the length of the building facing the temple courtyard at the rear of the temple, including its galleries on each side; it was a hundred cubits. The outer sanctuary, the inner sanctuary, and the porticoes facing the court,

NET Bible
Then he measured the length of the building facing the courtyard at the rear of the temple, with its galleries on either side as 175 feet. The interior of the outer sanctuary and the porch of the court,

New Heart English Bible
He measured the length of the building before the separate place which was at its back, and its galleries on the one side and on the other side, one hundred seventy-two feet three inches; and the inner temple, and the porches of the court;

Webster's Bible Translation
And he measured the length of the building over against the separate place which was behind it, and its galleries on the one side and on the other side, a hundred cubits, with the inner temple, and the porches of the court;

World English Bible
He measured the length of the building before the separate place which was at its back, and its galleries on the one side and on the other side, one hundred cubits from the inner temple, and the porches of the court,

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And he has measured the length of the building to the front of the separate place that [is] at its back part, and its galleries on this side and on that side—one hundred cubits. And the inner temple and the porches of the court,

Young's Literal Translation
And he hath measured the length of the building unto the front of the separate place that is at its hinder part, and its galleries on this side and on that side, a hundred cubits, and the inner temple and the porches of the court,

Smith's Literal Translation
And he measured the length of the building at the face of the separated place which was upon its back part, and its offsets from hence, and from thence, a hundred cubits, and the inner temple and the porches of the enclosure.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And he measured the length of the building over against it, which was separated at the back of it: and the galleries on both sides a hundred cubits: and the inner temple, and the porches of the court.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he measured the length of the edifice opposite its face, which was separated at the back, and the porticos on both sides, to be one hundred cubits, with the inner temple and the vestibules of the court.

New American Bible
He then measured the building opposite the restricted area which was behind it, together with its terraces on both sides, one hundred cubits. The inner nave and the outer vestibule

New Revised Standard Version
Then he measured the depth of the building facing the yard at the west, together with its galleries on either side, one hundred cubits. The nave of the temple and the inner room and the outer vestibule

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And he measured the length of the building in front of the separate place, and behind it, and its arches on the one side and on the other side, a hundred cubits, with the inner temple and the porticoes of the court;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And he measured the length of the building that was before the separate partition, and in its place and its porches from here and from there, a hundred cubits, and the inner Temple and the porches of the gates of the courtyard

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And he measured the length of the building before the separate place which was at the back thereof, and the galleries thereof on the one side and on the other side, a hundred cubits. Now the temple, and the inner place, and the porches of the court,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he measured the length of the partition in front of the space left by the back parts of that house; and the spaces left on this side and on that side were in length a hundred cubits: and the temple and the corners and the outer porch were ceiled.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Interior Structures
15Next he measured the length of the building facing the temple courtyard at the rear of the temple, including its galleries on each side; it was a hundred cubits. The outer sanctuary, the inner sanctuary, and the porticoes facing the court, 16as well as the thresholds and the beveled windows and the galleries all around with their three levels opposite the threshold, were overlaid with wood on all sides. They were paneled from the ground to the windows, and the windows were covered.…

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Cross References

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.

1 Kings 6:2-4
The house that King Solomon built for the LORD was sixty cubits long, twenty cubits wide, and thirty cubits high. / 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.

1 Kings 6:16-20
He partitioned off the twenty cubits at the rear of the temple with cedar boards from floor to ceiling to form within the temple an inner sanctuary, the Most Holy Place. / And the main hall in front of this room was forty cubits long. / The cedar paneling inside the temple was carved with gourds and open flowers. Everything was cedar; not a stone could be seen. ...

1 Kings 7:1-12
Solomon, however, took thirteen years to complete the construction of his entire palace. / He built the House of the Forest of Lebanon a hundred cubits long, fifty cubits wide, and thirty cubits high, with four rows of cedar pillars supporting the cedar beams. / The house was roofed with cedar above the beams that rested on the pillars—forty-five beams, fifteen per row. ...

2 Chronicles 3:3-7
The foundation that Solomon laid for the house of God was sixty cubits long and twenty cubits wide, according to the old standard. / 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. / He paneled the main room with cypress, which he overlaid with fine gold and decorated with palm trees and chains. ...

2 Chronicles 3:8-14
Then he made the Most Holy Place; its length corresponded to the width of the temple—twenty cubits long and twenty cubits wide. And he overlaid the inside with six hundred talents of fine gold. / The weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold. He also overlaid the upper rooms with gold. / In the Most Holy Place he made two cherubim of sculptured work, and he overlaid them with gold. ...

Exodus 26:1-6
“You are to construct the tabernacle itself with ten curtains of finely spun linen, each with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and cherubim skillfully worked into them. / Each curtain shall be twenty-eight cubits long and four cubits wide—all curtains the same size. / Five of the curtains are to be joined together, and the other five joined as well. ...

Exodus 26:15-30
You are to construct upright frames of acacia wood for the tabernacle. / Each frame is to be ten cubits long and a cubit and a half wide. / Two tenons must be connected to each other for each frame. Make all the frames of the tabernacle in this way. ...

Exodus 36:8-13
All the skilled craftsmen among the workmen made the ten curtains for the tabernacle. They were made of finely spun linen, as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, with cherubim skillfully worked into them. / Each curtain was twenty-eight cubits long and four cubits wide; all the curtains were the same size. / And he joined five of the curtains together, and the other five he joined as well. ...

Exodus 36:20-34
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. ...

Hebrews 8:5
The place where they serve is a copy and shadow of what is in heaven. This is why Moses was warned when he was about to build the tabernacle: “See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.”

Hebrews 9:1-5
Now the first covenant had regulations for worship and also an earthly sanctuary. / A tabernacle was prepared. In its first room were the lampstand, the table, and the consecrated bread. This was called the Holy Place. / Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, ...

Hebrews 9:23-24
So it was necessary for the copies of the heavenly things to be purified with these sacrifices, but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these. / For Christ did not enter a man-made copy of the true sanctuary, but He entered heaven itself, now to appear on our behalf in the presence of God.

Revelation 11:1-2
Then I was given a measuring rod like a staff and was told, “Go and measure the temple of God and the altar, and count the number of worshipers there. / But exclude the courtyard outside the temple. Do not measure it, because it has been given over to the nations, and they will trample the holy city for 42 months.

Revelation 21:10-14
And he carried me away in the Spirit to a mountain great and high, and showed me the holy city of Jerusalem coming down out of heaven from God, / shining with the glory of God. Its radiance was like a most precious jewel, like a jasper, as clear as crystal. / 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. ...

Treasury of Scripture

And he measured the length of the building over against the separate place which was behind it, and the galleries thereof on the one side and on the other side, an hundred cubits, with the inner temple, and the porches of the court;

galleries.

Ezekiel 42:3
Over against the twenty cubits which were for the inner court, and over against the pavement which was for the utter court, was gallery against gallery in three stories.

Song of Solomon 1:17
The beams of our house are cedar, and our rafters of fir.

Song of Solomon 7:5
Thine head upon thee is like Carmel, and the hair of thine head like purple; the king is held in the galleries.

with the

Ezekiel 41:17
To that above the door, even unto the inner house, and without, and by all the wall round about within and without, by measure.

Ezekiel 42:15
Now when he had made an end of measuring the inner house, he brought me forth toward the gate whose prospect is toward the east, and measured it round about.

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Ezekiel 41

1. The measures, parts, chambers, and ornaments of the temple

Berean Study Bible

Next he measured
The act of measuring in Ezekiel's vision signifies divine order and precision. The Hebrew root for "measured" is "madad," which implies a careful and deliberate action. This reflects God's meticulous nature in establishing His dwelling place, emphasizing that every detail of His temple is significant and purposeful. It serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty and the importance of structure and order in worship.

the length of the building
The "length of the building" refers to the physical dimensions of the temple structure. In ancient times, the length of a building was often associated with its grandeur and significance. The temple's dimensions symbolize the vastness and majesty of God's presence. This phrase invites believers to consider the greatness of God and His eternal nature, which cannot be confined to human measurements.

facing the courtyard
The "courtyard" was a significant area in the temple complex, serving as a place for worshippers to gather. The Hebrew word for courtyard, "chatser," denotes an enclosed space, symbolizing a place of protection and community. This highlights the importance of communal worship and fellowship in the presence of God, where believers can come together to seek His face.

at the rear of the temple
The "rear of the temple" indicates a specific location within the temple complex. This positioning suggests a sense of progression and depth in one's spiritual journey. It reminds believers that approaching God often involves moving deeper into His presence, leaving behind the distractions of the world to focus solely on Him.

including its galleries on each side
The "galleries" were architectural features that provided additional space and structure. The Hebrew term "tsela" can mean a side chamber or an extension. These galleries symbolize the expansiveness of God's kingdom and the inclusivity of His grace, offering room for all who seek Him. They also represent the layers of understanding and revelation available to those who diligently study His Word.

it was a hundred cubits long
The measurement of "a hundred cubits" signifies completeness and perfection in biblical numerology. The number 100 often represents fullness and the culmination of God's divine plan. This measurement underscores the perfection of God's design for His temple and His desire for His people to experience the fullness of His presence.

The outer sanctuary
The "outer sanctuary" refers to the holy place within the temple, where priests performed their duties. This area symbolizes the initial stage of entering into God's presence, where believers prepare their hearts through worship and prayer. It serves as a reminder of the importance of consecration and dedication in one's spiritual walk.

the inner sanctuary
The "inner sanctuary," or the Holy of Holies, was the most sacred part of the temple, where God's presence dwelled. The Hebrew term "debir" signifies the innermost chamber, representing the ultimate goal of intimacy with God. This phrase encourages believers to seek a deeper relationship with the Lord, striving to enter into His presence with reverence and awe.

and the portico facing the court
The "portico" was a covered entrance or porch leading into the temple. The Hebrew word "ulam" suggests a place of transition and preparation. This architectural feature symbolizes the threshold between the secular and the sacred, inviting worshippers to leave behind worldly concerns and enter into a space of divine encounter. It serves as a call to approach God with humility and expectation, ready to receive His guidance and blessing.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(15) And he measured.--The rest of the chapter consists of an enumeration of various details, for the most part not before mentioned, and this is introduced by a summary of the measurements already made. This clause is therefore to be understood as equivalent to "So he measured," or, "And he had measured." The dimensions of each of the principal parts is then repeated: the building to the west of the Temple, the Temple itself, and the porches of the court. The only new point introduced is "the galleries thereof." It seems certain that this must refer to the building beyond "the separate place;" but the word for galleries occurs only here and in Ezekiel 41:16, and Ezekiel 42:3; Ezekiel 42:5, and its derivation is quite unknown. The translation, galleries, is probably correct; and as there was a space of 10 cubits on each side of the building in question, there may very well have been galleries covering and protecting its entrances, although they are not located with sufficient definiteness to be drawn on the plan.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 15. - With this verse begins a summary of measurements of which some have been already given, while others are new. Starting from the gizrah, or separate place, this summary mentions that the "man" measured

(1) the whole length of the erection;

(2) the length of its "galleries" on the north and south sides; and

(3) the inner temple with the porches of the court. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Next he measured
וּמָדַ֣ד (ū·mā·ḏaḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4058: To stretch, to measure, to be extended

the length
אֹֽרֶךְ־ (’ō·reḵ-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 753: Length

of the building
הַ֠בִּנְיָן (hab·bin·yān)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1146: A structure

facing
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

the temple courtyard
הַגִּזְרָ֜ה (hag·giz·rāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 1508: The figure, person, an inclosure

at
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the rear [of the temple],
אַחֲרֶ֧יהָ (’a·ḥă·re·hā)
Preposition | third person feminine singular
Strong's 310: The hind or following part

including its galleries
וְאַתִּיקֶ֛יהָא (wə·’at·tî·qe·hā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 862: A ledge, offset in a, building

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

it was a hundred
מֵאָ֣ה (mê·’āh)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 3967: A hundred

cubits.
אַמָּ֑ה (’am·māh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 520: A mother, a cubit, a door-base

The outer sanctuary,
וְהַֽהֵיכָל֙ (wə·ha·hê·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1964: A large public building, palace, temple

the inner sanctuary,
הַפְּנִימִ֔י (hap·pə·nî·mî)
Article | Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 6442: Interior

and the porticoes
וְאֻֽלַמֵּ֖י (wə·’u·lam·mê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 197: A vestibule

facing the court,
הֶחָצֵֽר׃ (he·ḥā·ṣêr)
Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 2691: A yard, a hamlet

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