Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He said to me, “These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple are to cook the sacrifices of the people.” New Living Translation The man said to me, “These are the kitchens to be used by the Temple assistants to boil the sacrifices offered by the people.” English Standard Version Then he said to me, “These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple shall boil the sacrifices of the people.” Berean Standard Bible And he said to me, “These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple will cook the sacrifices offered by the people.” Berean Literal Bible And he said to me, “These are the kitchens of those boiling, where the ministers of the temple will boil there the sacrifices of the people.” King James Bible Then said he unto me, These are the places of them that boil, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people. New King James Version And he said to me, “These are the kitchens where the ministers of the temple shall boil the sacrifices of the people.” New American Standard Bible Then he said to me, “These are the cooking places where the ministers of the house shall cook the sacrifices of the people.” NASB 1995 Then he said to me, “These are the boiling places where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifices of the people.” NASB 1977 Then he said to me, “These are the boiling places where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifices of the people.” Legacy Standard Bible Then he said to me, “These are the boiling places where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifices of the people.” Amplified Bible Then he said to me, “These are the kitchens of the cooks, where the ministers (Levites) of the temple shall boil (cook) the sacrifices of the people.” Berean Annotated Bible And he said to me, “These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple will cook the sacrifices offered by the people. Christian Standard Bible He said to me, “These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple will cook the people’s sacrifices.” Holman Christian Standard Bible He said to me: “These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple will cook the people’s sacrifices.” American Standard Version Then said he unto me, These are the boiling-houses, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people. Contemporary English Version The man said, "These are the kitchens where the temple workers will boil the meat that worshipers offer as sacrifices." English Revised Version Then said he unto me, These are the boiling houses, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then the man said to me, "These are the kitchens where the temple servants must boil the people's sacrifices." Good News Translation The man told me, "These are the kitchens where the Temple servants are to boil the sacrifices the people offer." International Standard Version He told me, "This is where the ministers of the Temple will be preparing the sacrifices that will be presented by the people. NET Bible Then he said to me, "These are the houses for boiling, where the ministers of the temple boil the sacrifices of the people." New Heart English Bible Then he said to me, "These are the boiling houses, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people." Webster's Bible Translation Then said he to me, These are the places of them that boil, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd he said to me, “These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple will cook the sacrifices offered by the people.” World English Bible Then he said to me, “These are the boiling houses, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he says to me, “These [are] the houses of those boiling where the servants of the house boil the sacrifice of the people.” Berean Literal Bible And he said to me, “These are the kitchens of those boiling, where the ministers of the temple will boil there the sacrifices of the people.” Young's Literal Translation And he saith unto me, 'These are the houses of those boiling where the ministrants of the house boil the sacrifice of the people.' Smith's Literal Translation And he will say to me, These the house of those boiling where those serving the house shall boil there the sacrifice of the people. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he said to me: This is the house of the kitchens wherein the ministers of the house of the Lord shall boil the victims of the people. Catholic Public Domain Version And he said to me: “This is the house of the kitchens, in which the ministers of the house of the Lord will cook the victims of the people.” New American Bible He said to me, “These are the kitchens where the temple ministers cook the sacrifices of the people.” New Revised Standard Version Then he said to me, “These are the kitchens where those who serve at the temple shall boil the sacrifices of the people.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen he said to me, This is the house of the cooks, where the ministers of the temple cook the sacrifice of the people. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he said to me: “This is the house of cooks in which the ministers of the house boil the sacrifice of the people OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then said he unto me: 'These are the boiling-places, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifices of the people.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And he said to me, These are the cooks' houses, where they that serve the house shall boil the sacrifices of the people. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Courts for Boiling and Baking…23Around the inside of each of the four courts was a row of masonry with ovens built at the base of the walls on all sides. 24And he said to me, “These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple will cook the sacrifices offered by the people.” Cross References And he said to me, Zechariah 1:9 “What are these, my lord?” I asked. And the angel who was speaking with me replied, “I will show you what they are.” Ezekiel 40:4 “Son of man,” he said to me, “look with your eyes, hear with your ears, and pay attention to everything I am going to show you, for that is why you have been brought here. Report to the house of Israel everything you see.” “These are the kitchens 2 Chronicles 35:13 They roasted the Passover animals on the fire according to the regulation, and they boiled the other holy offerings in pots, kettles, and bowls and quickly brought them to all the people. 1 Chronicles 9:31 A Levite named Mattithiah, the firstborn son of Shallum the Korahite, was entrusted with baking the bread. where those who minister at the temple Deuteronomy 10:8 At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name, as they do to this day. 1 Chronicles 23:28 but their duty was to assist the descendants of Aaron with the service of the house of the LORD, being responsible for the courts and chambers, the purification of all the holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God, will cook the sacrifices Leviticus 6:28 The clay pot in which the sin offering is boiled must be broken; if it is boiled in a bronze pot, the pot must be scoured and rinsed with water. 1 Samuel 2:14 and plunge it into the pan or kettle or cauldron or cooking pot. And the priest would claim for himself whatever the meat fork brought up. This is how they treated all the Israelites who came to Shiloh. offered by the people.” Exodus 24:5 Then he sent out some young men of Israel, and they offered burnt offerings and sacrificed young bulls as peace offerings to the LORD. Leviticus 17:5 For this reason the Israelites will bring to the LORD the sacrifices they have been offering in the open fields. They are to bring them to the priest at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting and offer them as sacrifices of peace offerings to the LORD. Leviticus 6:25-30 “Tell Aaron and his sons that this is the law of the sin offering: In the place where the burnt offering is slaughtered, the sin offering shall be slaughtered before the LORD; it is most holy. / The priest who offers it shall eat it; it must be eaten in a holy place, in the courtyard of the Tent of Meeting. / Anything that touches its flesh will become holy, and if any of the blood is spattered on a garment, you must wash it in a holy place. … Leviticus 7:1-10 “Now this is the law of the guilt offering, which is most holy: / The guilt offering must be slaughtered in the place where the burnt offering is slaughtered, and the priest shall splatter its blood on all sides of the altar. / And all the fat from it shall be offered: the fat tail, the fat that covers the entrails, … Exodus 29:31-34 You are to take the ram of ordination and boil its flesh in a holy place. / At the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, Aaron and his sons are to eat the meat of the ram and the bread that is in the basket. / They must eat those things by which atonement was made for their ordination and consecration. But no outsider may eat them, because these things are sacred. … Leviticus 8:31-32 And Moses said to Aaron and his sons, “Boil the meat at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting and eat it there with the bread that is in the basket of ordination offerings, as I commanded, saying, ‘Aaron and his sons are to eat it.’ / Then you must burn up the remainder of the meat and bread. 1 Samuel 2:13-16 or for the custom of the priests with the people. When any man offered a sacrifice, the servant of the priest would come with a three-pronged meat fork while the meat was boiling / and plunge it into the pan or kettle or cauldron or cooking pot. And the priest would claim for himself whatever the meat fork brought up. This is how they treated all the Israelites who came to Shiloh. / Even before the fat was burned, the servant of the priest would come and say to the man who was sacrificing, “Give the priest some meat to roast, because he will not accept boiled meat from you, but only raw.” … Numbers 28:3-8 And tell them that this is the food offering you are to present to the LORD as a regular burnt offering each day: two unblemished year-old male lambs. / Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight, / along with a tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a grain offering, mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives. … Treasury of Scripture Then said he to me, These are the places of them that boil, where the ministers of the house shall boil the sacrifice of the people. Ezekiel 46:20 Then said he unto me, This is the place where the priests shall boil the trespass offering and the sin offering, where they shall bake the meat offering; that they bear them not out into the utter court, to sanctify the people. Matthew 24:45 Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath made ruler over his household, to give them meat in due season? John 21:15-17 So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs… Jump to Previous Boil Boiling Boiling-Places Cook Cooked House Houses Minister Ministers Ministrants Offering Places Sacrifice Sacrifices Servants TempleJump to Next Boil Boiling Boiling-Places Cook Cooked House Houses Minister Ministers Ministrants Offering Places Sacrifice Sacrifices Servants TempleEzekiel 46 1. Ordinances for the prince in his worship9. and for the people 16. An order for the prince's inheritance 19. The courts for boiling and baking And he said to me This phrase indicates a continuation of a vision or message being delivered to Ezekiel. The speaker is likely an angelic guide or the Lord Himself, as seen throughout Ezekiel's visions. This communication underscores the divine origin of the instructions and the importance of the message being conveyed. These are the kitchens where those who minister at the temple will cook the sacrifices offered by the people Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet and priest during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel receives visions and messages from God concerning the future of Israel and the temple. 2. The Temple The central place of worship for the Israelites, symbolizing God's presence among His people. In Ezekiel's vision, it represents a restored and purified place of worship. 3. The Ministers Those who serve in the temple, likely the Levites or priests, responsible for conducting sacrifices and maintaining the temple's sanctity. 4. The Kitchens Designated areas within the temple complex where sacrifices are prepared, emphasizing the practical aspects of worship and the communal sharing of sacrificial meals. 5. The People The Israelites, God's chosen people, who bring sacrifices to the temple as acts of worship and atonement. Teaching Points The Role of Service in WorshipThe ministers' work in the kitchens underscores the importance of service in worship. Serving others is a vital part of our spiritual life and reflects Christ's example. Holistic Worship Worship involves both spiritual and practical elements. Just as the sacrifices were prepared in the temple kitchens, our worship should encompass all aspects of life, including our daily actions and service. Community and Fellowship The preparation of sacrifices for the people highlights the communal nature of worship. As believers, we are called to share in fellowship and support one another in our spiritual journeys. Symbolism of Sacrifice The sacrificial system points to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Understanding the Old Testament practices enriches our appreciation of Christ's atonement and our response in worship. Restoration and Hope Ezekiel's vision of the temple represents God's promise of restoration. In times of personal or communal exile, we can hold onto the hope of renewal and God's abiding presence. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 46:24?2. How does Ezekiel 46:24 illustrate God's provision for temple sacrifices? 3. What role do the kitchens play in the temple's sacrificial system? 4. How does Ezekiel 46:24 connect to Levitical laws on offerings? 5. How can we apply the principle of preparation in our worship today? 6. What does Ezekiel 46:24 teach about reverence and order in worship practices? 7. What is the significance of the boiling places in Ezekiel 46:24 for temple rituals? 8. How does Ezekiel 46:24 reflect the organization of temple worship in ancient Israel? 9. Why are the boiling places mentioned in Ezekiel 46:24 important for understanding priestly duties? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 46? 11. The entire vision of Ezekiel 46 describes a seemingly ideal temple setup; if it was truly God-ordained, why is there no record of it being constructed either in biblical or extra-biblical sources? 12. Ezekiel 46:9 mandates worshipers to enter and exit by different gates; is there any archaeological trace of such an architectural arrangement in known temple ruins? 13. Ezekiel 46:2-3 outlines rituals for a 'prince' in the temple; why is there no clear historical or archaeological evidence of a ruler fulfilling these specific temple duties? 14. What are the key themes in Ezekiel's life story? What Does Ezekiel 46:24 Mean He said to me- Ezekiel’s guide continues to speak, underscoring that every detail of the vision comes from God, not human imagination (Ezekiel 40:4; 43:6-7). - The phrase reminds us of earlier prophetic encounters such as “The word of the LORD came to me” (Jeremiah 1:4) and affirms the same divine authority here. - Because the speaker is commissioned by God, what follows is as trustworthy as the Lord’s earlier instructions about the altar (Exodus 25:9) or the tabernacle dimensions (Exodus 25:40). These are the kitchens - In the wider context (Ezekiel 46:19-23), the angel has just shown Ezekiel four large, walled enclosures—literal facilities within the future temple. - Kitchens signal God’s practical care: worship includes real food, heat, utensils, and space, echoing Solomon’s temple where vessels and utensils were specifically listed (1 Kings 7:48-50). - Similar cooking courtyards appeared during Josiah’s Passover, where “they roasted the Passover animals… in pots, kettles, and pans” (2 Chronicles 35:13). Where those who minister at the temple - The phrase identifies the priests and Levites set apart for holy service (Numbers 18:7; Deuteronomy 10:8; Ezekiel 44:11-16). - God ensures they have a dedicated, uncontaminated place to fulfill their duties, preventing the mixture of sacred and common (Leviticus 10:10). - By giving them their own kitchens, the text upholds the principle that ministry requires provision (1 Corinthians 9:13). Will cook the sacrifices - Not every offering was burned entirely; peace offerings, grain offerings, and certain portions were eaten (Leviticus 6:14-18; 7:11-17). - Cooking keeps the meat holy until it is consumed, avoiding abuses like those of Eli’s sons who demanded raw portions (1 Samuel 2:12-17). - Designated kitchens also prevent holy food from being prepared in common areas, maintaining ritual purity (Ezekiel 46:20). Offered by the people - Worshippers bring their offerings, while priests handle preparation—showing partnership in worship (Leviticus 1:3; 3:1). - In the millennial context, the prince supplies public sacrifices (Ezekiel 45:17), yet individual Israelites still present their gifts. - Zechariah foretells a day when “every pot in Jerusalem… will be holy to the LORD of Hosts” (Zechariah 14:21); Ezekiel’s kitchens anticipate that reality by consecrating everyday cookware for God’s glory. summary The verse explains a literal set of temple kitchens designed for priestly use. God, through His messenger, specifies these rooms to (1) maintain holiness, (2) provide for ministers, and (3) facilitate the people’s offerings. In doing so, He weaves practical details into His grand plan of worship, demonstrating that every aspect of life—even a kitchen—belongs to Him and serves His redemptive purposes. (24) Ministers of the house.--Not priests, but Temple servants, who were usually Levites.Verse 24. - These are the places (literally, houses) of them that boil - hence kitchens - where the ministers of the house (or, romple) - e.g. the Levites (see Ezekiel 44:11, 12) - shall boil the sacrifice of the people; i.e. the portions of the people's offerings which fall to be consumed by the priests.
Hebrew And he saidוַיֹּ֖אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say to me, אֵלָ֑י (’ê·lāy) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to “These אֵ֚לֶּה (’êl·leh) Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those are the kitchens בֵּ֣ית (bêṯ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1004: A house where אֲשֶׁ֧ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that those who minister מְשָׁרְתֵ֥י (mə·šā·rə·ṯê) Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine plural construct Strong's 8334: To attend as a, menial, worshipper, to contribute to at the temple הַבַּ֖יִת (hab·ba·yiṯ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1004: A house will cook יְבַשְּׁלוּ־ (yə·ḇaš·šə·lū-) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1310: To boil up, cooking, to ripen the sacrifices זֶ֥בַח (ze·ḇaḥ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2077: A slaughter, the flesh of an animal, a sacrifice of the people.” הָעָֽם׃ (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock Links Ezekiel 46:24 NIVEzekiel 46:24 NLT Ezekiel 46:24 ESV Ezekiel 46:24 NASB Ezekiel 46:24 KJV Ezekiel 46:24 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 46:24 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 46:24 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 46:24 French Bible Ezekiel 46:24 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 46:24 Then said he to me These (Ezek. Eze Ezk) |
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