Ezekiel 10:8
Ezekiel 10:8 in Multiple Translations
(The cherubim appeared to have the form of human hands under their wings.)
¶ And there appeared in the cherubims the form of a man’s hand under their wings.
And there appeared in the cherubim the form of a man’s hand under their wings.
And I saw the form of a man's hands among the winged ones under their wings.
(All the cherubim had what looked like human hands under their wings.)
And there appeared in the Cherubims, the likenesse of a mans hande vnder their wings.
And there appeareth in the cherubs the form of a hand of man under their wings,
The form of a man’s hand appeared here in the cherubim under their wings.
And there appeared in the cherubim the form of a man's hand under their wings.
And there appeared in the cherubims the likeness of a man’s hand under their wings.
Under the wings of the winged creatures was something that resembled a human’s hands.
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 10:8
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Ezekiel 10:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֵּרָ֖א
לַ/כְּרֻבִ֑ים
תַּבְנִית֙
יַד
אָדָ֔ם
תַּ֖חַת
כַּנְפֵי/הֶֽם
וַ/יֵּרָ֖א
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
לַ/כְּרֻבִ֑ים
kᵉrûwb
H3742
cherub
Prep | N-mp
תַּבְנִית֙
tabnîyth
H8403
pattern
N-fs
יַד
yâd
H3027
hand
N-cs
אָדָ֔ם
ʼâdâm
H120
the man (Adam)
N-ms
תַּ֖חַת
tachath
H8478
underneath
Prep
כַּנְפֵי/הֶֽם
kânâph
H3671
wing
N-fd | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 10:8
וַ/יֵּרָ֖א
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
לַ/כְּרֻבִ֑ים
kᵉrûwb
H3742
"cherub"
Prep | 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.
תַּבְנִית֙
tabnîyth
H8403
"pattern"
N-fs
This Hebrew word means a pattern or model, like a blueprint for building something. It appears in Exodus 25:40, describing the pattern for the tabernacle. The idea is to follow a specific design or plan.
Definition: 1) pattern, plan, form, construction, figure 1a) construction, structure 1a1) meaning uncertain 1b) pattern 1c) figure, image (of idols)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: figure, form, likeness, pattern, similitude. See also: Exodus 25:9; 1 Chronicles 28:12; Psalms 106:20.
יַד
yâd
H3027
"hand"
N-cs
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
אָדָ֔ם
ʼâdâm
H120
"the man (Adam)"
N-ms
Adam was the first human, created by God and mentioned in Genesis 2:19, who married Eve and had sons including Cain, Abel, and Seth.
Definition: The first named man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.2.19; married to Eve (H2332); father of: Cain (H7014B), Abel (H1893) and Seth (H8352); also translated "man" at Gen.2.19,21,23; 3.8,9,20; 5.2; "mankind" at Deu.32.8; "others" at Job.31.33; Another spelling of a.dam (אָדָם "Adam" H0121) man, human being
Usage: Occurs in 526 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] another, [phrase] hypocrite, [phrase] common sort, [idiom] low, man (mean, of low degree), person. See also: Genesis 1:26; Judges 18:7; Psalms 8:5.
תַּ֖חַת
tachath
H8478
"underneath"
Prep
This Hebrew word means underneath or below, often used to describe physical locations or positions. It appears in various books, including Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to indicate something is under or beneath something else. The word has several related meanings.
Definition: : under/below 1) the under part, beneath, instead of, as, for, for the sake of, flat, unto, where, whereas n m 1a) the under part adv accus 1b) beneath prep 1c) under, beneath 1c1) at the foot of (idiom) 1c2) sweetness, subjection, woman, being burdened or oppressed (fig) 1c3) of subjection or conquest 1d) what is under one, the place in which one stands 1d1) in one's place, the place in which one stands (idiom with reflexive pronoun) 1d2) in place of, instead of (in transferred sense) 1d3) in place of, in exchange or return for (of things mutually interchanged) conj 1e) instead of, instead of that 1f) in return for that, because that in compounds 1g) in, under, into the place of (after verbs of motion) 1h) from under, from beneath, from under the hand of, from his place, under, beneath
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: as, beneath, [idiom] flat, in(-stead), (same) place (where...is), room, for...sake, stead of, under, [idiom] unto, [idiom] when...was mine, whereas, (where-) fore, with. See also: Genesis 1:7; Deuteronomy 7:24; 1 Kings 20:42.
כַּנְפֵי/הֶֽם
kânâph
H3671
"wing"
N-fd | Suff
The Hebrew word for wing, used to describe the edge or extremity of something, like a bird's wing or the corner of a garment. It appears in the Bible to describe various objects and locations, including the wing of a bird.
Definition: 1) wing, extremity, edge, winged, border, corner, shirt 1a) wing 1b) extremity 1b1) skirt, corner (of garment)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] bird, border, corner, end, feather(-ed), [idiom] flying, [phrase] (one an-) other, overspreading, [idiom] quarters, skirt, [idiom] sort, uttermost part, wing(-ed). See also: Genesis 1:21; Psalms 139:9; Psalms 17:8.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 10:8
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- Ezekiel 10:8 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 10:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 10:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:8
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 10:8
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 10:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:8
- Sermons on Ezekiel 10:8
Context — God’s Glory Exits the Temple
6When the LORD commanded the man clothed in linen, saying, “Take fire from within the wheelwork, from among the cherubim,” the man went in and stood beside a wheel.
7Then one of the cherubim reached out his hand and took some of the fire that was among them. And he put it into the hands of the man clothed in linen, who received it and went out.
8(The cherubim appeared to have the form of human hands under their wings.)
9Then I looked and saw four wheels beside the cherubim, one wheel beside each cherub. And the wheels gleamed like a beryl stone. 10As for their appearance, all four had the same form, like a wheel within a wheel.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 1:8 | Under their wings on their four sides they had human hands. All four living creatures had faces and wings, |
| 2 | Ezekiel 10:21 | Each had four faces and four wings, with what looked like human hands under their wings. |
| 3 | Isaiah 6:6 | Then one of the seraphim flew to me, and in his hand was a glowing coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. |
Ezekiel 10:8 Summary
[Ezekiel 10:8 tells us that the cherubim, which are heavenly creatures, had hands under their wings, showing that God can reach out and be involved in human lives, just like a parent cares for their child. This is similar to what we see in Psalm 23:4, where God is our shepherd who guides us. The presence of these hands also reminds us of God's mercy and grace, as mentioned in Psalm 136:1, where we are called to give thanks to God for His enduring mercy.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the cherubim having human hands under their wings?
The human hands under the wings of the cherubim, as seen in Ezekiel 10:8, symbolize the divine capability to interact with and influence human affairs, much like how God reaches out to humanity through various means, as mentioned in Psalm 8:3-8.
How do the cherubim in Ezekiel relate to other biblical descriptions of cherubim?
The cherubim in Ezekiel 10:8 are similar to those described in Exodus 25:18-22, where they are depicted as guardians of the Ark of the Covenant, highlighting their role as protectors and servants of God's presence, as also seen in Isaiah 6:1-3.
What does the appearance of human hands under the wings of the cherubim reveal about God's nature?
The human hands under the cherubim's wings, as observed in Ezekiel 10:8, demonstrate God's willingness to extend His mercy and grace to humanity, reflecting His nature as described in Psalm 103:8, where it says He is 'slow to anger and abounding in lovingkindness'.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of Ezekiel's vision?
Ezekiel 10:8 is part of a larger vision where Ezekiel sees God's glory departing from the temple, and the cherubim play a significant role in this event, as they are connected to the wheels and the movement of God's throne, as described in Ezekiel 1:15-21 and Ezekiel 10:9-10.
Reflection Questions
- What does the image of the cherubim's human hands under their wings evoke in my understanding of God's interaction with humanity?
- How can I reflect on the balance between God's divine nature and His willingness to engage with human affairs, as symbolized by the cherubim?
- In what ways can I see God's mercy and grace extended to me, much like the human hands reaching out from under the cherubim's wings?
- How does this verse influence my perception of God's presence and activity in the world, especially in relation to His throne and the wheels, as described in the surrounding verses?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 10:8
And there appeared in the cherubim,.... The Septuagint version is, "I saw the cherubim"; and so the Syriac version, "I saw in the cherubim"; what follows: the form of a man's hand under their wings;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 10:8
And there appeared in the cherubims the form of a man's hand under their wings. There appeared in the cherubim the form of a man's hand under their wings.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:8
There appeared to the prophet. The cherubims; the ministering spirits. The form of a man’ s hand; shaped to speedy, accurate working; it is therefore a man’ s hand. One hand was put forth to reach the fire, and that one is mentioned, though the angels had hands under their wings. Under their wings; the manner of angels’ working is hereby insinuated, for it is secret and speedy; secret, as hidden under wings; and speedy, as effected by the swiftest motion; the very speed hideth it.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:8
Ezekiel 10:8 And there appeared in the cherubims the form of a man’ s hand under their wings. Ver. 8. And there appeared the form of a man’ s hand under their wings.] Quasi gladius intra vaginam, as a sword within the scabbard, ready to be drawn out for execution. The hand, saith Aristotle, is the instrument of instruments. Nature hath given us hands, saith Cicero, multarum artium ministras, &c., to act and do business. Angels have neither hands nor wings, to speak properly, yet are said here to have both, to show their activity and celerity in God’ s service. Hands of a man they are said to have, to show that they do all prudently and with reason; and these hands are under their wings, saith one, to signify their hidden nature and operation. A good man, like a good angel, saith another, hath the wings of contemplation, the hands of action, the wings of faith, the hands of charity, wings whereon he raiseth his understanding, and hands wherewith he exciteth his will, &c. Essays Mor. and Theol., p. 33.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:8
Verse 8. The form of a man's hand under their wings.] I am still of opinion that the hands and wings were not distinct. The arms were feathered like wings, and the hand terminated the arm; but as the long front feathers of the wings would extend much beyond the fingers, hence the hands would appear to be under the wings. See on Ezekiel 1:8. The human hand might be intended to show that God helps and punishes man by man; and that, in the general operations of his providence, he makes use of human agency.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 10:8
8. On the “hands” of the cherubim, cf. ch. Ezekiel 1:8. Instead of depicting the conflagration of the city, which would have been impossible, the prophet’s attention is anew drawn to the cherubim, and a fresh description of the living creatures and of the divine chariot follows.
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 10:8
An explanation following upon the mention of the “hand.” It is characteristic of this chapter that the narrative is interrupted by explanatory comments.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 10:8
8. “And something like a human hand became visible on the cherubs under their wings.” — Kautzsch.
Sermons on Ezekiel 10:8
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True Revival - Part 1 (Cd Quality) by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a recent earthquake in Houston and connects it to the idea of the whole creation groaning, expressing dissatisfaction and a limit to materia |
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Message 12 by George Verwer | In this sermon, the speaker highlights the impact of ordinary people in spreading the gospel. He mentions Mrs. Clamp and Danny's father as examples of normal Americans who were use |
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A Vision of Our Culture by Dennis Kinlaw | In this sermon, the preacher shares a powerful experience he had during a gathering where he noticed a wave of sound coming from the audience every time he mentioned the name of Je |
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I Saw the Lord! by Steve Gallagher | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preparing one's heart to receive the word of God. He encourages listeners to consecrate themselves and not evade the reali |
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Fren-06 Prêtre Etprophète (Priest and Prophet) by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of destruction and restoration in the kingdom of heaven. He refers to Acts 3:21, which speaks of the period of restoration of |
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Edgar's Personal Testimony by Edgar Reich | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal vision he had where he found himself trapped in a grave, bound by ropes representing his sins. He realizes that if he goes to hell, it |
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Signs of the Times by Brian Guerin | Brian Guerin delivers a powerful sermon titled 'Signs of the Times,' emphasizing the urgency of spiritual awakening and the need for purity among believers. He shares prophetic dre |