Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “These will be the exits of the city: Beginning on the north side, which is 4,500 cubits long, New Living Translation “These will be the exits to the city: On the north wall, which is 1 1 / 2 miles long, English Standard Version “These shall be the exits of the city: On the north side, which is to be 4,500 cubits by measure, Berean Standard Bible “These will be the exits of the city: Beginning on the north side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, Berean Literal Bible “And these are the exits of the city: On the side of the north, which is five hundred and four thousand by measure, King James Bible And these are the goings out of the city on the north side, four thousand and five hundred measures. New King James Version “These are the exits of the city. On the north side, measuring four thousand five hundred cubits New American Standard Bible “Now these are the exits of the city: on the north side, 4,500 cubits by measurement, NASB 1995 “These are the exits of the city: on the north side, 4,500 cubits by measurement, NASB 1977 “And these are the exits of the city: on the north side, 4,500 cubits by measurement, Legacy Standard Bible “And these are the exits of the city: on the north side, 4,500 cubits by measurement. Amplified Bible “These are the exits of the city: on the north side, [which is to extend] 4,500 cubits by measurement, Berean Annotated Bible “These will be the exits of the city: Beginning on the north side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, Christian Standard Bible “These are the exits of the city: On the north side, which measures 1 1 /2 miles, Holman Christian Standard Bible These are the exits of the city: On the north side, which measures 1 1/2 miles, American Standard Version And these are the egresses of the city: On the north side four thousand and five hundred reeds by measure; English Revised Version And these are the goings out of the city; on the north side four thousand and five hundred reeds by measure: GOD'S WORD® Translation These will be the exits for the city: The north side will be 7,875 feet long. International Standard Version "These are the exits to the city: On the north side, 4,500 units by measurement, NET Bible "These are the exits of the city: On the north side, one and one-half miles by measure, New Heart English Bible "These are the exits of the city: On the north side four thousand and five hundred reeds by measure; Webster's Bible Translation And these are the goings out of the city on the north side, four thousand and five hundred measures. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“These will be the exits of the city: Beginning on the north side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, World English Bible “These are the exits of the city: On the north side four thousand five hundred reeds by measure; Literal Translations Literal Standard Version“And these [are] the outgoings of the city: on the north side, four thousand and five hundred measures; Berean Literal Bible “And these are the exits of the city: On the side of the north, which is five hundred and four thousand by measure, Young's Literal Translation And these are the outgoings of the city on the north side, five hundred, and four thousand measures. Smith's Literal Translation And these the goings out of the city from the side north, five hundred and four thousand the measure. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd these are the goings out of the city: on the north side thou shalt measure four thousand and five hundred. Catholic Public Domain Version And these shall be the exits of the city: from the northern region, you shall measure four thousand and five hundred. New American Bible These are the exits from the city: On the north side, measuring forty-five hundred cubits— New Revised Standard Version These shall be the exits of the city: On the north side, which is to be four thousand five hundred cubits by measure, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd these shall be the limits of the city: on the north side, four thousand and five hundred measures. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And these are the exits of the city from the north wind: the measurement, four thousand and five hundred OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And these are the goings out of the city: on the north side four thousand and five hundred reeds by measure; Brenton Septuagint Translation And these are the goings out of the city northward, four thousand and five hundred by measure. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The City Gates and Dimensions30“These will be the exits of the city: Beginning on the north side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, 31the gates of the city will be named after the tribes of Israel. On the north side there will be three gates: the gate of Reuben, the gate of Judah, and the gate of Levi.… Cross References These will be the exits of the city: Revelation 21:25-27 Its gates will never be shut at the end of the day, because there will be no night there. / And into the city will be brought the glory and honor of the nations. / But nothing unclean will ever enter it, nor anyone who practices an abomination or a lie, but only those whose names are written in the Lamb’s Book of Life. Isaiah 60:11 Your gates will always stand open; they will never be shut, day or night, so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession. Psalm 87:2 The LORD loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob. Beginning on the north side, Revelation 21:13 There were three gates on the east, three on the north, three on the south, and three on the west. Ezekiel 40:20-23 He also measured the length and width of the gateway of the outer court facing north. / Its three gate chambers on each side, its side pillars, and its portico all had the same measurements as the first gate: fifty cubits long and twenty-five cubits wide. / Its windows, portico, and palm trees had the same measurements as those of the gate facing east. Seven steps led up to it, with its portico opposite them. … Numbers 2:25-27 On the north side, the divisions of Dan are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Danites is Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai, / and his division numbers 62,700. / The tribe of Asher will camp next to it. The leader of the Asherites is Pagiel son of Ocran, which will be 4,500 cubits long, Revelation 21:16 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. 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.” Ezekiel 40:5 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. 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 21:10-14 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. … Isaiah 54:12 I will make your pinnacles of rubies, your gates of sparkling jewels, and all your walls of precious stones. Zechariah 14:10-11 All the land from Geba to Rimmon south of Jerusalem will be turned into a plain, but Jerusalem will be raised up and will remain in her place, from the Benjamin Gate to the site of the First Gate to the Corner Gate, and from the Tower of Hananel to the royal winepresses. / People will live there, and never again will there be an utter destruction. So Jerusalem will dwell securely. Revelation 21:2 I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. Isaiah 60:18 No longer will violence be heard in your land, nor ruin or destruction within your borders. But you will name your walls Salvation and your gates Praise. Nehemiah 3:1-32 At the Sheep Gate, Eliashib the high priest and his fellow priests began rebuilding. They dedicated it and installed its doors. After building as far as the Tower of the Hundred and the Tower of Hananel, they dedicated the wall. / The men of Jericho built next to Eliashib, and Zaccur son of Imri built next to them. / The Fish Gate was rebuilt by the sons of Hassenaah. They laid its beams and installed its doors, bolts, and bars. … Treasury of Scripture And these are the goings out of the city on the north side, four thousand and five hundred measures. the goings. Ezekiel 48:16,32-35 And these shall be the measures thereof; the north side four thousand and five hundred, and the south side four thousand and five hundred, and on the east side four thousand and five hundred, and the west side four thousand and five hundred… Revelation 21:16 And the city lieth foursquare, and the length is as large as the breadth: and he measured the city with the reed, twelve thousand furlongs. The length and the breadth and the height of it are equal. four. Ezekiel 48:15 And the five thousand, that are left in the breadth over against the five and twenty thousand, shall be a profane place for the city, for dwelling, and for suburbs: and the city shall be in the midst thereof. Ezekiel 42:16 He measured the east side with the measuring reed, five hundred reeds, with the measuring reed round about. Jump to Previous Beginning City Cubits Egresses Exits Five Four Goings Hundred Measure Measurement Measures North Outgoings Outskirts Reeds Side ThousandJump to Next Beginning City Cubits Egresses Exits Five Four Goings Hundred Measure Measurement Measures North Outgoings Outskirts Reeds Side ThousandEzekiel 48 1. The portions of the twelve tribes;8. of the sanctuary; 15. of the city and suburbs; 21. and of the prince. 23. The portions of the twelve tribes. 30. The dimensions and gates of the city. These will be the exits of the city: This phrase introduces the detailed description of the gates of the new city, which is part of Ezekiel's vision of the restored Israel. The city represents the future hope and restoration for the people of Israel. The exits symbolize accessibility and the openness of the city to the tribes of Israel, reflecting God's inclusive plan for His people. Beginning on the north side: Which will be 4,500 cubits long: Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel receives visions from God concerning the restoration of Israel and the establishment of a new temple and city. 2. The City Refers to the future city of Jerusalem as envisioned in Ezekiel's prophecy, symbolizing the restored community of God's people. 3. The North Side One of the four sides of the city, each with specific measurements and gates, representing the orderly and divinely ordained structure of the new Jerusalem. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in RestorationThe detailed measurements and structure of the city highlight God's sovereign plan and order in restoring His people. We can trust in God's perfect design for our lives and His church. Hope for the Future Ezekiel's vision provides hope for a future where God's presence dwells among His people. This encourages us to live with an eternal perspective, focusing on God's promises. Unity and Order in God's Kingdom The orderly arrangement of the city gates signifies the unity and harmony in God's kingdom. As believers, we are called to live in unity and peace with one another. The Importance of God's Presence The city represents the dwelling place of God with His people. We should prioritize seeking God's presence in our daily lives and in our communities. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 48:30?2. How does Ezekiel 48:30 reflect God's promise of restoration for Israel? 3. What significance do the city gates hold in Ezekiel 48:30's context? 4. How can Ezekiel 48:30 inspire our understanding of God's faithfulness today? 5. How does Ezekiel 48:30 connect with Revelation's depiction of the New Jerusalem? 6. How can we apply the hope of restoration in Ezekiel 48:30 to our lives? 7. What is the significance of the gates mentioned in Ezekiel 48:30 for Israel's future? 8. How does Ezekiel 48:30 relate to the prophecy of the New Jerusalem? 9. Why are the tribes of Israel specifically named in Ezekiel 48:30? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 48? 11. What archaeological evidence supports the precise tribal divisions described in Ezekiel 48, or is there any at all? 12. If Ezekiel 48 is meant to be literal, how can the scientific and logistical challenges of reconstructing such a layout be explained? 13. How can the vast space described in Ezekiel 42 be reconciled with the known geographical and historical realities of ancient Jerusalem? 14. How do the extensive land measurements in Ezekiel 45:1-6 align with known geography, given no historical proof of such boundaries? What Does Ezekiel 48:30 Mean These will be the exits of the city• The verse introduces real, functional gateways, not merely symbols. Ezekiel later lists twelve gates, each named for a tribe (Ezekiel 48:31-34), echoing Israel’s identity and God’s faithfulness (Genesis 49:28). • Gates signify access and welcome for a restored people. Compare Isaiah 60:11, where redeemed Jerusalem’s “gates will stand open continually.” • Revelation 21:12-13 shows the New Jerusalem “with twelve gates… inscribed with the names of the twelve tribes,” confirming the continuity of God’s plan from Ezekiel’s millennial city to eternity. • Practical order and security are implied: the Lord Himself dwells within (Ezekiel 48:35; Zechariah 2:5), making these exits points of blessing rather than vulnerability. Beginning on the north side • Ezekiel starts his tour at the north, the traditional direction of invasion for ancient Israel (Jeremiah 1:14-15). By assigning the first gates here, God announces that former threats are reversed—He now guards the very place enemies once approached (Nahum 1:15). • The north includes gates for Levi, Judah, and Reuben (Ezekiel 48:31). Their placement spotlights worship (Levi), kingship (Judah), and firstborn rights (Reuben), previewing Messiah’s reign (Ezekiel 34:23-24; Luke 1:32-33). • Earlier temple visions also began northward (Ezekiel 40:20-23), keeping the same orientation and confirming the literal continuity of the prophet’s measurements. which will be 4,500 cubits long • The length (about 1.3 mi / 2.1 km) matches the city’s other sides (Ezekiel 48:16), giving a perfect square—a design that reflects divine order (Revelation 21:16). • A fixed measurement underscores that this is a tangible, future Jerusalem in the land promised to Abraham (Genesis 15:18-21), not a mere allegory. • Numbers matter: exact dimensions remind Israel and the nations that God’s covenant plans are precise and certain (Ezekiel 47:13-14). • Similar angelic measurements appear in Revelation 21:15-17, reinforcing Scripture’s unity and God’s attention to detail. summary Ezekiel 48:30 opens the final vision of a literal, future Jerusalem. Real gates invite every tribe, starting on the once-threatening north side, now secured by God’s presence. The exact 4,500-cubit span confirms a perfectly ordered, covenant-fulfilling city that anticipates the glory of Revelation 21. God’s meticulous design assures His people that restoration, security, and worship will be permanently established under Messiah’s reign. (30) The goings out of the city.--In Ezekiel 48:30-34 the dimensions of the city are again given for the purpose of introducing the mention of the gates, three on each side, one for each of the tribes of Israel. In this enumeration Levi takes his place as a tribe, and Joseph is therefore reckoned as only one tribe; but the order of their names is neither that of their geographical arrangement nor of their seniority. It will be remembered that the symbolism of the twelve gates enters also into the vision of Revelation 21:12; Revelation 21:21.Verses 30-35. - The closing paragraph is devoted to a statement of the gates, dimensions, and name of the city. Verse 30. - The goings out of the city. These were not, as Hitzig, Gesenius, Ewald, Schroder, and Currey have supposed, the city exits, or gates, which are afterwards referred to, but, as Kliefoth, Keil, Hengstenberg, and Smend suggest, the extensions or boundary-lines of the city, in other words, the city walls in which the gates should be placed, and which are measured before the gates are specified. The north wall, with which the rest should correspond, should be four thousand and five hundred measures; literally, five hundred and four thousand (not cubits, as Ewald states, but reeds) by measure.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Theseוְאֵ֖לֶּה (wə·’êl·leh) Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those will be the exits תּוֹצְאֹ֣ת (tō·wṣ·’ōṯ) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 8444: An outgoing, extremity, perhaps source, escape of the city: הָעִ֑יר (hā·‘îr) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5892: Excitement Beginning on the north צָפ֔וֹן (ṣā·p̄ō·wn) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6828: Hidden, dark, the north as a, quarter side, מִפְּאַ֣ת (mip·pə·’aṯ) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 6285: Mouth, direction, region, extremity which measures מִדָּֽה׃ (mid·dāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4060: Extension, height, breadth, a measure, a portion, a vestment, tribute 4,500 [cubits long], חֲמֵ֥שׁ (ḥă·mêš) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 2568: Five Links Ezekiel 48:30 NIVEzekiel 48:30 NLT Ezekiel 48:30 ESV Ezekiel 48:30 NASB Ezekiel 48:30 KJV Ezekiel 48:30 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 48:30 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 48:30 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 48:30 French Bible Ezekiel 48:30 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 48:30 These are the exits of the city: (Ezek. 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