Ezekiel 40:19 Meaning and Explanation
“Then he measured the breadth from the forefront of the lower gate unto the forefront of the inner court without, an hundred cubits eastward and northward.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The distance from the outer gate to the inner court is 100 cubits eastward and northward.
The Context of Ezekiel 40:19
The outer court spans 100 cubits from the outer gate to the inner court entrance.
What Does Ezekiel 40:19 Mean?
From the lower gate at the outer perimeter to the entrance of the inner court (on its exterior side) spans 100 cubits (about 150 feet). This vast outer court area accommodates crowds of worshippers and provides ample space for various activities.
The measurement in both eastward and northward directions indicates the extent of the outer court along two axes, establishing its substantial size and the progression inward toward the sanctuary.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 40:19
What does Ezekiel 40:19 mean?
The distance from the outer gate to the inner court is 100 cubits eastward and northward.
What is the context of Ezekiel 40:19?
The outer court spans 100 cubits from the outer gate to the inner court entrance.