Ezekiel 40:14 Meaning and Explanation
“He made also posts of threescore cubits, even unto the post of the court round about the gate.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Posts sixty cubits high stand around the gate as part of the surrounding courtyard structure.
The Context of Ezekiel 40:14
Tall pillars frame the gate within the outer court.
What Does Ezekiel 40:14 Mean?
Pillars or posts measuring 60 cubits (about 90 feet) in height are erected around the gate, connecting it to the outer courtyard enclosure. These substantial vertical elements frame the gate and define the sacred boundary.
The height emphasizes the gate's prominence and the vertical aspiration of the sanctuary space. Such tall pillars would make the gate a focal point visible from great distances.
Ezekiel 40:14 in the Original Language
tsiyun (צִיּוּן), 'post'/'pillar' — not the typical word but indicates vertical markers that define sacred space and support the structure's covering.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 40:14
What does Ezekiel 40:14 mean?
Posts sixty cubits high stand around the gate as part of the surrounding courtyard structure.
What is the context of Ezekiel 40:14?
Tall pillars frame the gate within the outer court.