Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He measured off another thousand cubits and led me through water that was knee-deep. He measured off another thousand and led me through water that was up to the waist. New Living Translation He measured off another 1,750 feet and led me across again. This time the water was up to my knees. After another 1,750 feet, it was up to my waist. English Standard Version Again he measured a thousand, and led me through the water, and it was knee-deep. Again he measured a thousand, and led me through the water, and it was waist-deep. Berean Standard Bible Then he measured off a thousand cubits and led me through knee-deep water. Again he measured a thousand cubits and led me through waist-deep water. Berean Literal Bible And he measured a thousand, and he brought me through the waters—waters to the knees; and again he measured a thousand, and he brought me through waters to the loins. King James Bible Again he measured a thousand, and brought me through the waters; the waters were to the knees. Again he measured a thousand, and brought me through; the waters were to the loins. New King James Version Again he measured one thousand and brought me through the waters; the water came up to my knees. Again he measured one thousand and brought me through; the water came up to my waist. New American Standard Bible Again he measured a thousand and led me through the water, water reaching the knees. Again he measured a thousand and led me through the water, water reaching the hips. NASB 1995 Again he measured a thousand and led me through the water, water reaching the knees. Again he measured a thousand and led me through the water, water reaching the loins. NASB 1977 Again he measured a thousand and led me through the water, water reaching the knees. Again he measured a thousand and led me through the water, water reaching the loins. Legacy Standard Bible Again he measured one thousand and had me pass through the water, water reaching the knees. Again he measured one thousand and had me pass through the water, water reaching the loins. Amplified Bible Again he measured a thousand [cubits] and led me through the water, water that was knee-deep. Again he measured a thousand [cubits] and led me through the water, water reaching the hips. Berean Annotated Bible Then he measured off a thousand cubits and led me through knee-deep water. Again he measured a thousand cubits and led me through waist-deep water. Christian Standard Bible Then he measured off a third of a mile and led me through the water. It came up to my knees. He measured off another third of a mile and led me through the water. It came up to my waist. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then he measured off a third of a mile and led me through the water. It came up to my knees. He measured off another third of a mile and led me through the water. It came up to my waist. American Standard Version Again he measured a thousand, and caused me to pass through the waters, waters that were to the knees. Again he measured a thousand, and caused me to pass through the waters, waters that were to the loins. Contemporary English Version Then he measured another 500 meters downstream, and told me to wade through it there. The water came up to my knees. Another 500 meters downstream the water came up to my waist. English Revised Version Again he measured a thousand, and caused me to pass through the waters, waters that were to the knees. Again he measured a thousand, and caused me to pass through the waters, waters that were to the loins. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then he measured off another 1,500 feet and led me through the water. The water came up to my knees. He measured off another 1,500 feet and led me through the water. The water came up to my waist. Good News Translation Then he measured another 560 yards, and the water came up to my knees. Another 560 yards farther down, the water was up to my waist. International Standard Version Then he measured out another 1,000 cubits, where he led me through water that was knee-deep. And then he measured out another 1,000 cubits, where the water was waist-deep. NET Bible Again he measured 1,750 feet and led me through the water, which was now knee deep. Once more he measured 1,750 feet and led me through the water, which was waist deep. New Heart English Bible Again he measured one thousand, and caused me to pass through the waters, waters that were to the knees. Again he measured one thousand, and caused me to pass through the waters, waters that were to the waist. Webster's Bible Translation Again he measured a thousand, and brought me through the waters; the waters were to the knees. Again he measured a thousand, and brought me through; the waters were to the loins. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen he measured off a thousand cubits and led me through knee-deep water. Again he measured a thousand cubits and led me through waist-deep water. World English Bible Again he measured one thousand, and caused me to pass through the waters, waters that were to the knees. Again he measured one thousand, and caused me to pass through waters that were to the waist. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he measures one thousand, and causes me to pass over into the waters—waters [to my] knees. And he measures one thousand, and causes me to pass over—waters [to my] loins. Berean Literal Bible And he measured a thousand, and he brought me through the waters—waters to the knees; and again he measured a thousand, and he brought me through waters to the loins. Young's Literal Translation And he measureth a thousand, and causeth me to pass over into water -- water to the knees. And he measureth a thousand, and causeth me to pass over -- water to the loins. Smith's Literal Translation And he will measure a thousand, and he will cause me to pass through the waters; the waters of the knees. And he will measure a thousand, and cause me to pass through; the Waters of the loins. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd again he measured a thousand, and he brought me through the water up to the knees. Catholic Public Domain Version And again he measured one thousand, and he led me forward, through the water, up to the knees. New American Bible He measured off another thousand cubits and once more had me wade through the water; it was up to the knees. He measured another thousand cubits and had me wade through the water; it was up to my waist. New Revised Standard Version Again he measured one thousand, and led me through the water; and it was knee-deep. Again he measured one thousand, and led me through the water; and it was up to the waist. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAgain he measured a thousand cubits and brought me through the water, and it was up to the knees. Again he measured a thousand cubits and brought me through the water, and it was up to the loins. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he measured one thousand cubits and he brought me into water unto the knees, and he measured one thousand cubits and he brought me in water unto the groin OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Again he measured a thousand, and caused me to pass through the waters, waters that were to the knees. Again he measured a thousand, and caused me to pass through waters that were to the loins. Brenton Septuagint Translation and he passed through the water; it was water of a fountain: and again he measured a thousand, and passed through the water; and the water was up to the thighs: and again he measured a thousand; and he passed through water up to the loins. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Waters from Under the Temple…3As the man went eastward with a measuring line in his hand, he measured off a thousand cubits and led me through ankle-deep water. 4Then he measured off a thousand cubits and led me through knee-deep water. Again he measured a thousand cubits and led me through waist-deep water. 5Once again he measured off a thousand cubits, but now it was a river that I could not cross, because the water had risen and was deep enough for swimming—a river that could not be crossed on foot.… Cross References Then he measured off a thousand cubits Ezekiel 40:3-5 So He took me there, and I saw a man whose appearance was like bronze. He was standing in the gateway with a linen cord and a measuring rod in his hand. / “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.” / And I saw a wall surrounding the temple area. Now the length of the measuring rod in the man’s hand was six long cubits (each measuring a cubit and a handbreadth), and he measured the wall to be one rod thick and one rod high. Zechariah 2:1-2 Then I lifted up my eyes and saw a man with a measuring line in his hand. / “Where are you going?” I asked. “To measure Jerusalem,” he replied, “and to determine its width and length.” 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. and led me through knee-deep water. Isaiah 43:2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze. Psalm 77:19 Your path led through the sea, Your way through the mighty waters, but Your footprints were not to be found. Joshua 3:13-17 When the feet of the priests who carry the ark of the LORD—the Lord of all the earth—touch down in the waters of the Jordan, its flowing waters will be cut off and will stand up in a heap.” / So when the people broke camp to cross the Jordan, the priests carried the ark of the covenant ahead of them. / Now the Jordan overflows its banks throughout the harvest season. But as soon as the priests carrying the ark reached the Jordan and their feet touched the water’s edge, … Again he measured a thousand cubits Isaiah 28:10 For they hear: “Order on order, order on order, line on line, line on line; a little here, a little there.” 2 Corinthians 10:13 We, however, will not boast beyond our limits, but only within the field of influence that God has assigned to us—a field that reaches even to you. Proverbs 4:18 The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining brighter and brighter until midday. and led me through waist-deep water. Isaiah 8:7-8 the Lord will surely bring against them the mighty floodwaters of the Euphrates—the king of Assyria and all his pomp. It will overflow its channels and overrun its banks. / It will pour into Judah, swirling and sweeping over it, reaching up to the neck; its spreading streams will cover your entire land, O Immanuel! Psalm 69:1-2 For the choirmaster. To the tune of “Lilies.” Of David. Save me, O God, for the waters are up to my neck. / I have sunk into the miry depths, where there is no footing; I have drifted into deep waters, where the flood engulfs me. Jonah 2:3 For You cast me into the deep, into the heart of the seas, and the current swirled about me; all Your breakers and waves swept over me. Revelation 22:1-2 Then the angel showed me a river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb / down the middle of the main street of the city. On either side of the river stood a tree of life, bearing twelve kinds of fruit and yielding a fresh crop for each month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations. Zechariah 14:8 And on that day living water will flow out from Jerusalem, half of it toward the Eastern Sea and the other half toward the Western Sea, in summer and winter alike. Joel 3:18 And in that day the mountains will drip with sweet wine, and the hills will flow with milk. All the streams of Judah will run with water, and a spring will flow from the house of the LORD to water the Valley of Acacias. Psalm 46:4 There is a river whose streams delight the city of God, the holy place where the Most High dwells. Treasury of Scripture Again he measured a thousand, and brought me through the waters; the waters were to the knees. Again he measured a thousand, and brought me through; the waters were to the loins. the waters were to the knees Acts 19:10-20 And this continued by the space of two years; so that all they which dwelt in Asia heard the word of the Lord Jesus, both Jews and Greeks… Romans 15:19 Through mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God; so that from Jerusalem, and round about unto Illyricum, I have fully preached the gospel of Christ. Colossians 1:6 Which is come unto you, as it is in all the world; and bringeth forth fruit, as it doth also in you, since the day ye heard of it, and knew the grace of God in truth: Jump to Previous Body Caused Causeth Cubits Knees Loins Measured Measureth Measuring Middle Reaching Thousand Waist Water WatersJump to Next Body Caused Causeth Cubits Knees Loins Measured Measureth Measuring Middle Reaching Thousand Waist Water WatersEzekiel 47 1. The vision of the holy waters6. The virtue of them 13. The borders of the land 22. The division of it by lot Then he measured off a thousand cubits In the vision given to Ezekiel, the measuring of a thousand cubits signifies a specific and deliberate progression. A cubit, an ancient unit of length, is approximately 18 inches or 45 centimeters. The act of measuring indicates precision and order, reflecting God's intentional design and plan. This measurement is part of a larger vision of a river flowing from the temple, symbolizing the life-giving presence of God. The thousand cubits suggest a significant distance, emphasizing the expansive reach of God's blessings. and led me through knee-deep water. Again he measured a thousand cubits and led me through waist-deep water. Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet and priest during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is the recipient of this vision. His role is to convey God's messages to the Israelites, often through vivid and symbolic imagery. 2. The Man with the Measuring Line This figure, often interpreted as an angelic being or a divine messenger, guides Ezekiel through the vision, measuring the depths of the water. 3. The River Symbolic of God's life-giving presence and blessings, the river flows from the temple, increasing in depth and significance as it progresses. 4. The Temple The source of the river, representing God's dwelling place and the origin of spiritual life and renewal. 5. The Vision A prophetic vision given to Ezekiel, illustrating the transformative power of God's presence and the abundance of life that flows from Him. Teaching Points Spiritual Growth and DepthJust as the water deepens, our spiritual journey should progress from shallow to deeper faith and understanding. God's Abundant Provision The increasing depth of the river signifies God's abundant provision and blessings, which are available to all who seek Him. The Transformative Power of God's Presence The river's source at the temple highlights the transformative power of God's presence in our lives, bringing renewal and life. Invitation to Deeper Relationship We are invited to wade deeper into our relationship with God, moving beyond surface-level faith to a more profound and committed walk with Him. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 47:4?2. How does Ezekiel 47:4 illustrate the increasing depth of spiritual growth? 3. What does the water symbolize in Ezekiel 47:4 within a Christian context? 4. How can Ezekiel 47:4 inspire deeper faith in your daily walk with God? 5. Compare Ezekiel 47:4 with John 7:38. How do both describe living water? 6. How can you apply the progression in Ezekiel 47:4 to your spiritual journey? 7. What is the significance of water reaching the waist in Ezekiel 47:4? 8. How does Ezekiel 47:4 relate to spiritual growth and maturity? 9. What historical context influences the interpretation of Ezekiel 47:4? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 47? 11. How do the specific measurements in Ezekiel 41 (particularly verses 1-5) align with any known historical or archaeological temple structure? 12. What explains inconsistencies between the Temple vision in Ezekiel 40 and other biblical Temple descriptions, such as in 1 Kings 6-7? 13. Ezekiel 47:1: How can a small trickle of water transform so rapidly into a deep river, seemingly defying known geological and hydrological laws? 14. If Ezekiel's vision in Ezekiel 40 was meant as a literal blueprint, why hasn't this Temple been constructed in the centuries that followed? What Does Ezekiel 47:4 Mean Then he measured off a thousand cubits• The angelic man takes a deliberate measurement—about 1,500 feet (Ezekiel 40:3; Revelation 21:15). • Every thousand-cubit span shows ordered progress: the river does not widen randomly; God’s blessing expands according to His precise plan (Isaiah 46:10). • This literal river will flow east from the Millennial Temple, fulfilling promises of restoration for the land (Zechariah 14:8). and led me through knee-deep water • With the first stride (v. 3) the water reached Ezekiel’s ankles; another thousand cubits brings him to his knees—still safe, yet deeper. • Knee-deep suggests growing dependence on God. You feel the current, but you can still plant your feet—an invitation to move beyond surface faith (Psalm 42:7; John 4:14). • The scene previews how God will draw the nations into ever-fuller participation in His life when Christ reigns (Isaiah 2:3). Again he measured a thousand cubits • A second, identical measure emphasizes both God’s patience and His unstoppable purpose. The expansion is neither hurried nor halted (Habakkuk 2:14). • Repetition underlines certainty: every prophecy in Ezekiel will unfold precisely, just as earlier temple measurements were exact (Ezekiel 41–42). and led me through waist-deep water • Waist-deep water can still be crossed, yet the current now governs movement. Believers who venture this far experience power they cannot control, only trust (Isaiah 43:2). • Spiritually, the scene pictures fuller surrender—letting “rivers of living water” sweep through us (John 7:38) while anticipating the day those rivers literally transform the Dead Sea (Ezekiel 47:8–9). • The mounting depth hints at verse 5’s “river no one could cross,” pointing to a future overflow of divine life that man cannot manage, only receive. summary Ezekiel 47:4 reveals a steadily deepening, literal river that will flow from the future Temple. Each thousand-cubit measure shows God’s exact, progressive plan; each new depth pictures greater participation in His life. The passage assures us that the Lord will physically renew His land and, even now, invites every believer to wade ever farther into His transforming, unstoppable grace. Verse 4. - At a second and a third distance of a thousand cubits the same process was repeated when the waters were found to be first waters to the knees, and secondly waters to (or, of) the loins. The unusual expression, מַיִם בִּרְכָּים, instead מֵי, as in the similar expressions before and after, may have been chosen, Keil suggests, in order to avoid resemblance to the phrase, מֵימֵי רַגְלַיִם in Isaiah 36:12 (Keri) - not a likely explanation. Havernick describes it simply as an instance of bold emphasis. Schroder breaks it up into two clauses, thus: "waters, to the knees they reach." Smend changes מַיִם into מֵי.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then he measured offוַיָּ֣מָד (way·yā·māḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4058: To stretch, to measure, to be extended a thousand [cubits] אֶ֔לֶף (’e·lep̄) Number - masculine singular Strong's 505: A thousand and led me through וַיַּעֲבִרֵ֥נִי (way·ya·‘ă·ḇi·rê·nî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | first person common singular Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on knee-deep בִּרְכָּ֑יִם (bir·kā·yim) Noun - fd Strong's 1290: The knee water בַמַּ֖יִם (ḇam·ma·yim) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4325: Water, juice, urine, semen vvv. מַ֣יִם (ma·yim) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4325: Water, juice, urine, semen Again he measured וַיָּ֣מָד (way·yā·māḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4058: To stretch, to measure, to be extended a thousand [cubits] אֶ֔לֶף (’e·lep̄) Number - masculine singular Strong's 505: A thousand and led me through וַיַּעֲבִרֵ֖נִי (way·ya·‘ă·ḇi·rê·nî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | first person common singular Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on waist-deep מָתְנָֽיִם׃ (mā·ṯə·nā·yim) Noun - md Strong's 4975: The waist, small of the back, the loins water. מֵ֥י (mê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 4325: Water, juice, urine, semen Links Ezekiel 47:4 NIVEzekiel 47:4 NLT Ezekiel 47:4 ESV Ezekiel 47:4 NASB Ezekiel 47:4 KJV Ezekiel 47:4 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 47:4 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 47:4 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 47:4 French Bible Ezekiel 47:4 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 47:4 Again he measured one thousand and caused (Ezek. 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