1 Kings 6:25
1 Kings 6:25 in Multiple Translations
The second cherub also measured ten cubits; both cherubim had the same size and shape,
And the other cherub was ten cubits: both the cherubims were of one measure and one size.
And the other cherub was ten cubits: both the cherubim were of one measure and one form.
The two winged ones were ten cubits high, of the same size and form.
The other cherub was also ten cubits tall, since they were identical both in size and shape.
Also the other Cherub was of ten cubites: both the Cherubims were of one measure and one sise.
and ten by the cubit [is] the second cherub, one measure and one form [are] to the two cherubs,
The other cherub was ten cubits. Both the cherubim were of one measure and one form.
And the other cherub was ten cubits: both the cherubim were of one measure and one size.
The second cherub also was ten cubits: and the measure, and the work was the same in both the cherubims:
Berean Amplified Bible — 1 Kings 6:25
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1 Kings 6:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עֶ֨שֶׂר֙
בָּֽ/אַמָּ֔ה
הַ/כְּר֖וּב
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֑י
מִדָּ֥ה
אַחַ֛ת
וְ/קֶ֥צֶב
אֶחָ֖ד
לִ/שְׁנֵ֥י
הַ/כְּרֻבִֽים
וְ/עֶ֨שֶׂר֙
ʻeser
H6235
ten
Conj | Adj
בָּֽ/אַמָּ֔ה
ʼammâh
H520
cubit
Prep | N-fs
הַ/כְּר֖וּב
kᵉrûwb
H3742
cherub
Art | N-ms
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֑י
shênîy
H8145
second
Art | Adj
מִדָּ֥ה
middâh
H4060
`great stature`
N-fs
אַחַ֛ת
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
וְ/קֶ֥צֶב
qetseb
H7095
shape
Conj | N-ms
אֶחָ֖ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
לִ/שְׁנֵ֥י
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Prep | Adj
הַ/כְּרֻבִֽים
kᵉrûwb
H3742
cherub
Art | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — 1 Kings 6:25
וְ/עֶ֨שֶׂר֙
ʻeser
H6235
"ten"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word means the number ten, often used in combination with other numbers to describe larger quantities, such as in the story of the ten commandments in Exodus 20. It is commonly translated as 'ten' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) ten 1a) ten 1b) with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: a.sar (עֲשַׂר "ten" H6236)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: ten, (fif-, seven-) teen. See also: Genesis 5:14; 1 Kings 6:3; Isaiah 5:10.
בָּֽ/אַמָּ֔ה
ʼammâh
H520
"cubit"
Prep | N-fs
A cubit is a unit of measurement, about the length of a forearm, used in the Bible to describe the size of objects like the Ark of the Covenant in Exodus. It is also used to describe a foundation or a door-base.
Definition: cubit-a measure of distance (the forearm), roughly 18 in (. 5m). There are several cubits used in the OT, the cubit of a man or common cubit (De 3:11), the legal cubit or cubit of the sanctuary (Eze 40:5) plus others. See a Bible Dictionary for a complete treatment. Aramaic equivalent: am.mah (אַמָּה "cubit" H0521)
Usage: Occurs in 132 OT verses. KJV: cubit, [phrase] hundred (by exchange for H3967 (מֵאָה)), measure, post. See also: Genesis 6:15; 2 Chronicles 3:3; Isaiah 6:4.
הַ/כְּר֖וּב
kᵉrûwb
H3742
"cherub"
Art | N-ms
A cherub is an angelic being in the Bible, often depicted as guarding important places like Eden or God's throne. They're also shown as images on the Ark of the Covenant. The KJV translates this word as cherub or cherubims.
Definition: 1) cherub, cherubim (pl) 1a) an angelic being 1a1) as guardians of Eden 1a2) as flanking God's throne 1a3) as an image form hovering over the Ark of the Covenant 1a4) as the chariot of Jehovah (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: cherub, (plural) cherubims. See also: Genesis 3:24; 2 Chronicles 3:10; Psalms 18:11.
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֑י
shênîy
H8145
"second"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means second or again, like when Moses went up Mount Sinai a second time in Exodus 24:15-18. It can also mean another or something distinct.
Definition: 1) second 1a) second (the ordinal number) 1b) again (a second time) 1c) another, other (something as distinct from something else)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: again, either (of them), (an-) other, second (time). See also: Genesis 1:8; 1 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 11:11.
מִדָּ֥ה
middâh
H4060
"`great stature`"
N-fs
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something that is measured, like height, width, or a portion of something. It can also refer to a garment or tribute, like a tax. It is used to describe Goliath's great stature in 2 Samuel 21:20.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.21.20; son of: Rapha (H7497A); brother of: Goliath (H1555), Ishbi-benob (H3430), Saph (H5593), Lahmi (H3902) § (BDB) tribute
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: garment, measure(-ing, meteyard, piece, size, (great) stature, tribute, wide. See also: Exodus 26:2; Isaiah 45:14; Psalms 39:5.
אַחַ֛ת
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
וְ/קֶ֥צֶב
qetseb
H7095
"shape"
Conj | N-ms
In the book of Exodus, this word refers to a shape or form that is cut out. It can also mean the base or bottom of something. This concept is used to describe the design of the tabernacle.
Definition: 1) cut, shape, extremity, form, base 1a) cut, shape 1b) extremity
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: bottom, size. See also: 1 Kings 6:25; 1 Kings 7:37; Jonah 2:7.
אֶחָ֖ד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
לִ/שְׁנֵ֥י
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Prep | Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
הַ/כְּרֻבִֽים
kᵉrûwb
H3742
"cherub"
Art | N-mp
A cherub is an angelic being in the Bible, often depicted as guarding important places like Eden or God's throne. They're also shown as images on the Ark of the Covenant. The KJV translates this word as cherub or cherubims.
Definition: 1) cherub, cherubim (pl) 1a) an angelic being 1a1) as guardians of Eden 1a2) as flanking God's throne 1a3) as an image form hovering over the Ark of the Covenant 1a4) as the chariot of Jehovah (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: cherub, (plural) cherubims. See also: Genesis 3:24; 2 Chronicles 3:10; Psalms 18:11.
Study Notes — 1 Kings 6:25
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Context — The Cherubim
23In the inner sanctuary he made two cherubim, each ten cubits high, out of olive wood.
24One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was five cubits long as well. So the full wingspan was ten cubits.
25The second cherub also measured ten cubits; both cherubim had the same size and shape,
26and the height of each cherub was ten cubits. 27And he placed the cherubim inside the innermost room of the temple. Since their wings were spread out, the wing of the first cherub touched one wall, while the wing of the second cherub touched the other wall, and in the middle of the room their wingtips touched.1 Kings 6:25 Summary
The second cherub was the same size as the first, showing that God is perfect and consistent in all He does. This unity and perfection are reflected in the temple's design, reminding us of the importance of careful attention to detail in our service to God (1 Chronicles 28:11-19). Just as the cherubim had the same size and shape, we can strive to be consistent in our worship and devotion to God, seeking to reflect His perfect character in our lives (Psalm 92:15). By focusing on the details and seeking to honor God in all we do, we can grow closer to Him and deepen our understanding of His nature and love.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the cherubim in the temple?
The cherubim represented God's presence and glory, as seen in Exodus 25:22 and Ezekiel 1:5-14, and their identical size and shape in 1 Kings 6:25 emphasizes the unity and perfection of God's divine nature.
Why did the cherubim have the same size and shape?
The identical size and shape of the cherubim symbolize the consistency and perfection of God's character, as stated in Psalm 92:15, and highlight the importance of uniformity in worship and devotion to God.
How do the cherubim relate to the rest of the temple's design?
The cherubim were a central part of the temple's inner sanctuary, as described in 1 Kings 6:23-28, and their placement and design reflect the careful attention to detail and the emphasis on God's holiness in the temple's construction, as seen in 1 Chronicles 28:11-19.
What can we learn from the cherubim's measurement and description?
The detailed measurement and description of the cherubim in 1 Kings 6:23-25 demonstrate the importance of precision and attention to detail in our service to God, as emphasized in Colossians 3:23-24, and remind us of the value of careful planning and execution in our spiritual lives.
Reflection Questions
- What does the unity and uniformity of the cherubim reveal about God's nature and character?
- How can I reflect the perfection and consistency of God's character in my own life and worship?
- What role do symbols and representations of God's presence play in my personal devotion and worship?
- In what ways can I apply the attention to detail and care seen in the temple's construction to my own spiritual growth and service to God?
Gill's Exposition on 1 Kings 6:25
And the other cherub [was] ten cubits,.... That is, its wings stretched out measured so many cubits, as did those of the other: both the cherubim [were] of one measure, and of one size; of the same
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 1 Kings 6:25
And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on 1 Kings 6:25
1 Kings 6:25 And the other cherub [was] ten cubits: both the cherubims [were] of one measure and one size.Ver. 25. Of one measure, and of one size.] And all according to the pattern given by God to David. Here then is no plea for Popish imagery, or idolatry against the second commandment, unless they can produce a special warrant from the lawmaker, who can, when he pleaseth, dispense with his own law.
Cambridge Bible on 1 Kings 6:25
25. one size] Rather ‘one form.’ The size is implied in the previous word.