Ezekiel 40:12 Meaning and Explanation
“The space also before the little chambers was one cubit on this side, and the space was one cubit on that side: and the little chambers were six cubits on this side, and six cubits on that side.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →One-cubit passages separate the chambers from the gate walls; chambers are six cubits deep.
The Context of Ezekiel 40:12
The gate's layout includes precisely measured passages and chamber arrangements.
What Does Ezekiel 40:12 Mean?
In front of each row of guard chambers, a one-cubit (1.5-foot) passage runs along the gate wall, allowing access to the chamber doors. The chambers themselves extend six cubits (about 9 feet) in depth from the gate wall, providing adequate functional space.
This meticulous spacing ensures that people can move through the gate complex without obstruction while the chambers remain accessible to those stationed within them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 40:12
What does Ezekiel 40:12 mean?
One-cubit passages separate the chambers from the gate walls; chambers are six cubits deep.
What is the context of Ezekiel 40:12?
The gate's layout includes precisely measured passages and chamber arrangements.