Ezekiel 41:17 kjv
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 41:17 nkjv
from the space above the door, even to the inner room, as well as outside, and on every wall all around, inside and outside, by measure.
Ezekiel 41:17 niv
In the space above the outside of the entrance to the inner sanctuary and on the walls at regular intervals all around the inner and outer sanctuary
Ezekiel 41:17 esv
to the space above the door, even to the inner room, and on the outside. And on all the walls all around, inside and outside, was a measured pattern.
Ezekiel 41:17 nlt
The space above the door leading into the inner room, and its walls inside and out, were also paneled.
Ezekiel 41 17 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Ezekiel | 40:6, 10, 13, 46, 47, 51 | Temple measurements and parts |
| Ezekiel | 40:3 | Guidance from the man |
| Ezekiel | 6:14 | God’s judgment on high places |
| Isaiah | 2:2 | Mountain of the LORD |
| Isaiah | 58:12 | Temple of God's restoration |
| Jeremiah | 31:38 | Return and rebuilding |
| Zechariah | 2:1, 5 | Measuring Jerusalem |
| 1 Kings | 6:15 | Cedar paneling in Solomon's temple |
| 1 Kings | 7:12, 17, 18 | Bronze and cedar work |
| Psalm | 29:5 | Cedar trees breaking God's word |
| Psalm | 92:12 | Righteous like a cedar |
| John | 2:20 | Temple building time |
| 1 Corinthians | 3:16 | Temple of God |
| 1 Corinthians | 6:19 | Body as temple |
| 2 Corinthians | 6:16 | Dwelling of God |
| Hebrews | 12:22 | Heavenly Jerusalem |
| Revelation | 21:1 | New heavens/earth |
| Revelation | 21:2 | New Jerusalem |
| Revelation | 21:18 | Wall of jasper |
| Revelation | 21:22 | No temple, Lord God Almighty |
| Genesis | 6:14 | Gopher wood for Ark |
| Exodus | 26:15 | Boards for tabernacle |
| Leviticus | 14:34 | House purification laws |
Ezekiel 41 verses
Ezekiel 41 17 Meaning
The inner wall of the temple had "reed" ornamentation, measured a cubit, and was fashioned from "cedar." This section describes decorative molding or paneling within the inner sanctuary of the restored temple, signifying both natural beauty and lasting construction, aligned with divine specifications.
Ezekiel 41 17 Context
This verse is part of Ezekiel’s elaborate vision of a new temple, a detailed blueprint revealed to him after the destruction of the first temple in Jerusalem and the exile of Judah. The vision serves as a message of hope and restoration, emphasizing God's continued presence and holiness. This specific verse describes the construction details of the inner wall, highlighting its materials and dimensions as part of the overall sacred structure.
Ezekiel 41 17 Word analysis
And (וְ, wə): Conjunction indicating continuation and connection of ideas.
the inner wall (עַל־הַקִּיר הַפְּנִימִי, ʿal-haqqîr hap-pĕnîmî): Refers to the wall facing inward, towards the holy of holies, emphasizing the most sacred area.
even (גַּם, gam): Also, too; emphatic particle adding significance.
a reed (קָנֶה, qāneh): Can refer to a measuring rod, a branch, or a plant; here signifies a decorative element, perhaps a sculpted motif, and also implies a standard measurement.
was a cubit (אַמָּה, ’ammah): A unit of measurement (approximately 18-21 inches), setting a specific dimension for the ornamentation or its spacing.
and on the inner wall of the oracle (וְגַם־עַל־הַקִּיר הַפְּנִימִי מִן־הַחֹדֶר, wəḡam-ʿal-haqqîr hap-pĕnîmî min-haḥōḏer): Specifies that this feature extends to the wall adjacent to the "oracle" or "chamber," further denoting its placement in the innermost, most sacred part of the temple complex.
from floor (מִן־הַקַּרְקַע, min-haqqarqa‘): From the ground level upwards.
to above the door (עַד־מִדֵּי הַקִּירוֹת, ʿaḏ-middot haqqîrôṯ): Up to the height of the wall; the phrase “until the upper side of the inner door” in some translations is more precise for "above the door" which likely refers to the entrance to the holy of holies.
wall panelling/cedar ornamentation (וּמִקְלָעוֹת הָעֵץ, ūmiqlā‘ōṯ hā‘êṣ): This refers to elements made of wood, specifically cedar, often carved or inlaid for decorative purposes. This is consistent with other descriptions of lavish wood detailing in sacred structures, like Solomon’s Temple.
Ezekiel 41 17 Bonus section
The cedar construction here echoes the extensive use of cedar in Solomon's Temple (1 Kings 6:15), reinforcing the continuity of God’s dwelling in a purified and grander form. The precision in measurements and materials speaks to the exactitude required for holiness and God’s uncompromised presence. The "reed" motif might symbolize spiritual growth or the life-giving presence of God. This vision offers a stark contrast to the historical reality of idolatry and corruption that desecrated the original temple, pointing forward to a time of ultimate purity and divine habitation, potentially culminating in the New Jerusalem.
Ezekiel 41 17 Commentary
This verse describes specific architectural details of the inner sanctuary of Ezekiel’s visionary temple. The use of cedar signifies preciousness, durability, and aromatic quality, materials often associated with divine dwelling places in the Old Testament. The mention of "reed" likely points to carved reed or stylized plant motifs, common in ancient Near Eastern temple decoration, symbolizing life and flourishing. The consistent cubit measurement emphasizes the divine order and perfection in the construction. This detailed precision in the new temple’s vision contrasts with the disarray and impurity that led to the destruction of the former temple, underscoring God’s renewed presence in a perfectly constructed, holy dwelling.