Ezekiel 3:13
Ezekiel 3:13 in Multiple Translations
It was the sound of the wings of the living creatures brushing against one another and the sound of the wheels beside them, a great rumbling sound.
I heard also the noise of the wings of the living creatures that touched one another, and the noise of the wheels over against them, and a noise of a great rushing.
And I heard the noise of the wings of the living creatures as they touched one another, and the noise of the wheels beside them, even the noise of a great rushing.
And there was the sound of the wings of the living beings touching one another, and the sound of the wheels at their side, the sound of a great rushing.
It was the sound made by the wings of the beings as they brushed against each other and the noise made by the wheels next to them, a really loud noise that sounded like an earthquake.
I heard also the noyse of the wings of the beasts, that touched one another, and the ratling of the wheeles that were by them, euen a noyse of a great russhing.
even a noise of the wings of the living creatures touching one another, and a noise of the wheels over-against them, even a noise of a great rushing.
I heard the noise of the wings of the living creatures as they touched one another, and the noise of the wheels beside them, even the noise of a great rushing.
I heard also the noise of the wings of the living creatures that touched one another, and the noise of the wheels over against them, and the noise of a great rushing.
And the noise of the wings of the living creatures striking one against another, and the noise of the wheels following the living creatures, and the noise of a great commotion.
I heard the sound of the wings of the four living creatures brushing against each other, andI also heard the sound of the wheels that were beside them. It was a loud rumbling sound.
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Ezekiel 3:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וְ/ק֣וֹל
כַּנְפֵ֣י
הַ/חַיּ֗וֹת
מַשִּׁיקוֹת֙
אִשָּׁ֣ה
אֶל
אֲחוֹתָ֔/הּ
וְ/ק֥וֹל
הָ/אוֹפַנִּ֖ים
לְ/עֻמָּתָ֑/ם
וְ/ק֖וֹל
רַ֥עַשׁ
גָּדֽוֹל
וְ/ק֣וֹל
qôwl
H6963
voice
Conj | N-ms
כַּנְפֵ֣י
kânâph
H3671
wing
N-fd
הַ/חַיּ֗וֹת
chay
H2416
alive
Art | N-fp
מַשִּׁיקוֹת֙
nâshaq
H5401
to kiss
V-Hiphil
אִשָּׁ֣ה
ʼishshâh
H802
woman
N-fs
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
אֲחוֹתָ֔/הּ
ʼâchôwth
H269
sister
N-fs | Suff
וְ/ק֥וֹל
qôwl
H6963
voice
Conj | N-ms
הָ/אוֹפַנִּ֖ים
ʼôwphân
H212
wheel
Art | N-mp
לְ/עֻמָּתָ֑/ם
ʻummâh
H5980
close
Prep | N-fs | Suff
וְ/ק֖וֹל
qôwl
H6963
voice
Conj | N-ms
רַ֥עַשׁ
raʻash
H7494
quaking
N-ms
גָּדֽוֹל
gâdôwl
H1419
Great (Sea)
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 3:13
וְ/ק֣וֹל
qôwl
H6963
"voice"
Conj | N-ms
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
כַּנְפֵ֣י
kânâph
H3671
"wing"
N-fd
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.
הַ/חַיּ֗וֹת
chay
H2416
"alive"
Art | N-fp
In the Bible, this word means life or being alive. It can refer to physical life, like in Genesis 1:20, or spiritual life, like in Psalm 30:5.
Definition: adj 1) living, alive 1a) green (of vegetation) 1b) flowing, fresh (of water) 1c) lively, active (of man) 1d) reviving (of the springtime) Aramaic equivalent: chay (חַי "living" H2417)
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] age, alive, appetite, (wild) beast, company, congregation, life(-time), live(-ly), living (creature, thing), maintenance, [phrase] merry, multitude, [phrase] (be) old, quick, raw, running, springing, troop. See also: Genesis 1:20; Deuteronomy 4:9; 2 Kings 5:16.
מַשִּׁיקוֹת֙
nâshaq
H5401
"to kiss"
V-Hiphil
To kiss or touch, also to equip with weapons, as seen in armed men or rulers. It appears in various forms, including a romantic kiss or a mode of attachment. In the Bible, it is used to describe intimate touch.
Definition: 1) to put together, kiss 1a) (Qal) to kiss 1b) (Piel) to kiss 1c) (Hiphil) to touch gently
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: armed (men), rule, kiss, that touched. See also: Genesis 27:26; 2 Samuel 14:33; Psalms 2:12.
אִשָּׁ֣ה
ʼishshâh
H802
"woman"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for woman, used to describe a female person, wife, or animal, appears in many biblical passages, including Genesis and Exodus, and is often translated as woman, wife, or female.
Definition: : woman 1) woman, wife, female 1a) woman (opposite of man) 1b) wife (woman married to a man) 1c) female (of animals) 1d) each, every (pronoun)
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: (adulter) ess, each, every, female, [idiom] many, [phrase] none, one, [phrase] together, wife, woman. Often unexpressed in English. See also: Genesis 2:22; Genesis 34:4; Numbers 5:12.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
אֲחוֹתָ֔/הּ
ʼâchôwth
H269
"sister"
N-fs | Suff
A sister in the Bible can be a biological sibling, a half-sister, or a close relative. In Genesis 4:2, Cain's sister is not named, but in Genesis 24:15, Rebekah is Isaac's cousin and future wife.
Definition: 1) sister 1a) sister (same parents) 1b) half-sister (same father) 1c) relative 1c1) (metaph) of Israel's and Judah's relationship 1d) beloved 1d1) bride 1e) (fig.) of intimate connection 1f) another
Usage: Occurs in 104 OT verses. KJV: (an-) other, sister, together. See also: Genesis 4:22; 2 Samuel 13:22; Proverbs 7:4.
וְ/ק֥וֹל
qôwl
H6963
"voice"
Conj | N-ms
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
הָ/אוֹפַנִּ֖ים
ʼôwphân
H212
"wheel"
Art | N-mp
Refers to a wheel, like a chariot wheel or the wheels in Ezekiel's vision. It is also used to describe the wheels on the bases beneath the lavers in Solomon's temple, as mentioned in the Bible.
Definition: 1) wheel 1a) chariot wheel 1b) wheel in Ezekiel's vision 1c) wheels of the ten bases beneath the lavers in Solomon's temple
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: wheel. See also: Exodus 14:25; Ezekiel 1:21; Proverbs 20:26.
לְ/עֻמָּתָ֑/ם
ʻummâh
H5980
"close"
Prep | N-fs | Suff
This Hebrew word means to be close to something or someone, often describing a sense of proximity or nearness. It can also imply agreement or correspondence, as in being in harmony with someone or something. The word is used in various biblical contexts to describe relationships.
Definition: 1) juxtaposition 1a) used only as a prep 1a1) close by, side by side with, alongside of, parallel with 1a2) agreeing with, corresponding to, exactly as, close beside 1a3) correspondingly to
Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: (over) against, at, beside, hard by, in points. See also: Exodus 25:27; Ecclesiastes 7:14; Ezekiel 48:21.
וְ/ק֖וֹל
qôwl
H6963
"voice"
Conj | N-ms
A voice or sound, it can refer to the sound of a person speaking, an animal, or a musical instrument. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God's voice or the sound of praise and worship.
Definition: : sound/noise 1) voice, sound, noise 1a) voice 1b) sound (of instrument)
Usage: Occurs in 436 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, bleating, crackling, cry ([phrase] out), fame, lightness, lowing, noise, [phrase] hold peace, (pro-) claim, proclamation, [phrase] sing, sound, [phrase] spark, thunder(-ing), voice, [phrase] yell. See also: Genesis 3:8; Judges 5:11; Job 4:10.
רַ֥עַשׁ
raʻash
H7494
"quaking"
N-ms
This Hebrew word describes a quaking or shaking motion, often used to describe an earthquake or a person trembling with fear. It appears in the books of Isaiah and Ezekiel, describing God's judgment and power.
Definition: 1) quaking, rattling, shaking 1a) earthquake 1b) quaking, trembling (of person) 1c) shaking, quivering (of dart)
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: commotion, confused noise, earthquake, fierceness, quaking, rattling, rushing, shaking. See also: 1 Kings 19:11; Ezekiel 3:12; Isaiah 9:4.
גָּדֽוֹל
gâdôwl
H1419
"Great (Sea)"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something or someone great, whether in size, age, or importance. It appears in descriptions of the Great Sea and the Philistines. The word is used to convey a sense of magnitude or grandeur.
Definition: adj great Also named: pe.lish.ti (פְּלִשְׁתִּי "(Sea of the )Philistines" H6430I)
Usage: Occurs in 499 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, elder(-est), [phrase] exceeding(-ly), [phrase] far, (man of) great (man, matter, thing,-er,-ness), high, long, loud, mighty, more, much, noble, proud thing, [idiom] sore, ([idiom]) very. See also: Genesis 1:16; Joshua 7:26; 1 Kings 20:13.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 3:13
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- Ezekiel 3:13 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 3:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 3:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 3:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 3:13
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 3:13
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 3:13
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 3:13
- Sermons on Ezekiel 3:13
Context — Ezekiel Eats the Scroll
11Go to your people, the exiles; speak to them and tell them, ‘This is what the Lord GOD says,’ whether they listen or refuse to listen.”
12Then the Spirit lifted me up, and I heard a great rumbling sound behind me: “Blessed be the glory of the LORD in His dwelling place!”
13It was the sound of the wings of the living creatures brushing against one another and the sound of the wheels beside them, a great rumbling sound.
14So the Spirit lifted me up and took me away, and I went in bitterness and in the anger of my spirit, with the strong hand of the LORD upon me. 15I came to the exiles at Tel-abib who dwelt by the River Kebar. And for seven days I sat where they sat and remained there among them, overwhelmed.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 1:24 | When the creatures moved, I heard the sound of their wings like the roar of many waters, like the voice of the Almighty, like the tumult of an army. When they stood still, they lowered their wings. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 10:16–17 | When the cherubim moved, the wheels moved beside them, and even when they spread their wings to rise from the ground, the wheels did not veer away from their side. When the cherubim stood still, the wheels also stood still, and when they ascended, the wheels ascended with them, for the spirit of the living creatures was in the wheels. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 10:5 | The sound of the wings of the cherubim could be heard as far as the outer court, like the voice of God Almighty when He speaks. |
| 4 | 2 Samuel 5:24 | As soon as you hear the sound of marching in the tops of the balsam trees, move quickly, because this will mean that the LORD has marched out before you to strike the camp of the Philistines.” |
| 5 | Ezekiel 1:15 | When I looked at the living creatures, I saw a wheel on the ground beside each creature with its four faces. |
Ezekiel 3:13 Summary
[Ezekiel 3:13 describes a powerful and majestic sound, like thunder, that comes from the wings of the living creatures and the wheels of God's chariot throne. This sound is a reminder of God's glory and presence, as seen in Ezekiel 3:12. Just as the Israelites were in awe of God's presence in the wilderness (Exodus 19:16-19), we can experience God's power and majesty in our lives when we seek Him. By focusing on God's glory and presence, we can declare 'Blessed be the glory of the Lord in His dwelling place!' in our daily lives, just like Ezekiel did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the sound of the wings of the living creatures in Ezekiel 3:13?
The sound of the wings of the living creatures brushing against one another signifies the power and majesty of God, as seen in Ezekiel 1:24, where the sound of their wings is compared to the voice of the Almighty.
What are the wheels mentioned in Ezekiel 3:13?
The wheels are part of the divine chariot throne, as described in Ezekiel 1:15-21, which represents God's mobile throne and His ability to move and act in the world.
How does the great rumbling sound in Ezekiel 3:13 relate to God's presence?
The great rumbling sound is a manifestation of God's glorious presence, as seen in Ezekiel 3:12, where the sound is accompanied by the declaration 'Blessed be the glory of the Lord in His dwelling place!'
What can we learn from the combination of the sound of the wings and the wheels in Ezekiel 3:13?
The combination of the sound of the wings and the wheels in Ezekiel 3:13 teaches us about the harmony and unity of God's creation and His divine plan, as seen in Psalm 104:31, where God is praised for His glorious works and the joy of His creation.
Reflection Questions
- As I reflect on the sound of the wings of the living creatures, what does it reveal to me about God's power and majesty in my life?
- How can I apply the concept of the divine chariot throne to my understanding of God's presence and work in the world?
- In what ways can I experience the great rumbling sound of God's presence in my own life, and how can I respond to it?
- What are some ways that I can declare 'Blessed be the glory of the Lord in His dwelling place!' in my daily life, as seen in Ezekiel 3:12?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 3:13
[I heard] also the noise of the wings of the living creatures,.... Which they clapped, when they uttered the preceding words; [See comments on Ezekiel 1:24]; that touched one another; or "kissed, a
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 3:13
I heard also the noise of the wings of the living creatures that touched one another, and the noise of the wheels over against them, and a noise of a great rushing.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 3:13
I heard, added to connect the verses and to make the reading full, hath I think somewhat perplexed the words, and occasioned inquiry after two different sounds or voices; whereas if we read them as in the Hebrew and as the Latin, And the noise was of the wings, & c., so the 13th verse will explain the 12th, and tell you what was that great rushing which Ezekiel heard behind him. Touched one another: see . Over against them: see ,20.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 3:13
Ezekiel 3:13 [I heard] also the noise of the wings of the living creatures that touched one another, and the noise of the wheels over against them, and a noise of a great rushing.Ver. 13. I heard also the noise of the wings of the living creatures.] In consent with the former doxology. That touched one another.] Heb., Kissed; noting the love and good agreement that is between the holy angels. No woman is so well affected to her sister as they are one to another in serving God and his people. And the noise of the wheels.] As the angels, so all actions and motions do, as they can, sing praise to God.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 3:13
Verse 13. A great rushing.] All the living creatures and the wheels being then in motion.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 3:13
13. I heard also the noise] More fairly: and the noise. The words seem to state the cause of the great rushing sound in Ezekiel 3:12, it came from the wings of the living creatures touching one another when they flew, and from the wheels. Cf. ch. Ezekiel 1:9; Ezekiel 1:11; Ezekiel 1:23.
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 3:13
That touched - literally, touching. The living creatures in their flight raised their wings, so as to touch each other.
Sermons on Ezekiel 3:13
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(2 Samuel) King David in Triumph by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing when the Lord is at work and being ready to advance quickly in our spiritual battles. Using the example of Davi |
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Listen for the Signal by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of being attentive to the signs of God's movement, as illustrated by the sound in the tops of the mulberry trees, which signaled David to ac |
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The Providence of God-02 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the wonders of God's providence. He emphasizes the desire to bring honor and glory to the Lord. The preacher shares a story about four Christ |
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The Authority Is Invested in the Man on the Throne by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the authority of the Man on the Throne, illustrating how God's movement is symbolized by the wheels in Ezekiel's vision. He explains that these wheels r |