Ezekiel 40:30 Meaning and Explanation
“And the arches round about were five and twenty cubits long, and five cubits broad.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The arches (vaulted passages) are 25 cubits long and 5 cubits wide.
The Context of Ezekiel 40:30
The gate arches provide large, covered passages throughout the complex.
What Does Ezekiel 40:30 Mean?
The arched passages—the vaulted tunnels through which people move—measure 25 cubits in length and 5 cubits in breadth. These dimensions create impressive covered passages that are both functionally spacious and architecturally impressive.
The five-cubit width is wide enough for a procession, while the 25-cubit length ensures adequate covered transition space as people move between courts.
Ezekiel 40:30 in the Original Language
arubah (אֲרֻבָּה), 'arch'/'vault' — vaulted or arched ceiling passage; a covered threshold space indicating a structured, architecturally sophisticated entry.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 40:30
What does Ezekiel 40:30 mean?
The arches (vaulted passages) are 25 cubits long and 5 cubits wide.
What is the context of Ezekiel 40:30?
The gate arches provide large, covered passages throughout the complex.