Ezekiel 41:26
Ezekiel 41:26 in Multiple Translations
There were beveled windows and palm trees on the sidewalls of the portico. The side rooms of the temple also had canopies.
And there were narrow windows and palm trees on the one side and on the other side, on the sides of the porch, and upon the side chambers of the house, and thick planks.
And there were closed windows and palm-trees on the one side and on the other side, on the sides of the porch: thus were the side-chambers of the house, and the thresholds.
And there were sloping windows and palm-trees on one side and on the other, on the sides of the covered way: and the side-rooms of the house and the ...
There were narrow windows and palm tree designs on the walls of the porch. The side rooms of the Temple also had roofs.
And there were narow windowes and palme trees on the one side, and on the other side, by the sides of the porch, and vpon ye sides of the house, and thicke plankes.
And narrow windows and palm-trees [are] on this side, and on that side, at the sides of the porch, and the side-chambers of the house, and the thick places.
There were closed windows and palm trees on the one side and on the other side, on the sides of the porch. This is how the side rooms of the temple and the thresholds were arranged.
And there were narrow windows and palm-trees on the one side and on the other side, on the sides of the porch, and upon the side-chambers of the house, and thick planks.
Upon which were the oblique windows, and the representation of palm trees on this side, and on that side in the sides of the porch, according to the sides of the house, and the breadth of the walls.
On the side walls of the entry room were narrow windows with figures of palm trees carved on the sides of the windows. The side rooms around the temple also had roofs.
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 41:26
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Ezekiel 41:26 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/חַלּוֹנִ֨ים
אֲטֻמ֤וֹת
וְ/תִֽמֹרִים֙
מִ/פּ֣וֹ
וּ/מִ/פּ֔וֹ
אֶל
כִּתְפ֖וֹת
הָֽ/אוּלָ֑ם
וְ/צַלְע֥וֹת
הַ/בַּ֖יִת
וְ/הָ/עֻבִּֽים
וְ/חַלּוֹנִ֨ים
challôwn
H2474
window
Conj | N-cp
אֲטֻמ֤וֹת
ʼâṭam
H331
to shutter
V-Qal-Inf-c
וְ/תִֽמֹרִים֙
timmôr
H8561
palm
Conj | N-fp
מִ/פּ֣וֹ
pôh
H6311
here
Prep | Adv
וּ/מִ/פּ֔וֹ
pôh
H6311
here
Conj | Prep | Adv
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
כִּתְפ֖וֹת
kâthêph
H3802
shoulder
N-fp
הָֽ/אוּלָ֑ם
ʼûwlâm
H197
Portico
Art | N-ms
וְ/צַלְע֥וֹת
tsêlâʻ
H6763
side
Conj | N-cp
הַ/בַּ֖יִת
bayith
H1004
place
Art | N-ms
וְ/הָ/עֻבִּֽים
ʻâb
H5646
threshold
Conj | Art | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 41:26
וְ/חַלּוֹנִ֨ים
challôwn
H2474
"window"
Conj | N-cp
A window in ancient times was a hole in the wall, as described in the Bible. The Hebrew word for window is used in the story of Jezebel's death in 2 Kings 9:30-33. Windows were also mentioned in the Song of Solomon.
Definition: window (piercing of the wall)
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: window. See also: Genesis 8:6; Proverbs 7:6; Jeremiah 9:20.
אֲטֻמ֤וֹת
ʼâṭam
H331
"to shutter"
V-Qal-Inf-c
This Hebrew word means to shut or close something, like lips or ears, and is used to describe stopping or blocking something, as seen in the KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to shut, shut up, close 1a) (Qal) to shut, stop (of lips) 1b) (Hiphil) of the wicked stopping their ears (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: narrow, shut, stop. See also: 1 Kings 6:4; Isaiah 33:15; Psalms 58:5.
וְ/תִֽמֹרִים֙
timmôr
H8561
"palm"
Conj | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a palm tree or a decorative column shaped like a palm, often used in architecture. It symbolizes peace and victory, as seen in the tabernacle's design. Exodus describes palm trees in the wilderness.
Definition: palm tree figure (as ornament)
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: palm tree. See also: 1 Kings 6:29; Ezekiel 40:31; Ezekiel 41:26.
מִ/פּ֣וֹ
pôh
H6311
"here"
Prep | Adv
This Hebrew word means 'here' or 'this place', and is used to indicate a specific location. It can also mean 'from here' or 'hither', showing movement or direction from a certain spot.
Definition: 1) here, from here, hither 1a) here 1b) hither
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: here, hither, the one (other, this, that) side. See also: Genesis 19:12; 2 Kings 3:11; Psalms 132:14.
וּ/מִ/פּ֔וֹ
pôh
H6311
"here"
Conj | Prep | Adv
This Hebrew word means 'here' or 'this place', and is used to indicate a specific location. It can also mean 'from here' or 'hither', showing movement or direction from a certain spot.
Definition: 1) here, from here, hither 1a) here 1b) hither
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: here, hither, the one (other, this, that) side. See also: Genesis 19:12; 2 Kings 3:11; Psalms 132:14.
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.
כִּתְפ֖וֹת
kâthêph
H3802
"shoulder"
N-fp
The Hebrew word for shoulder describes the upper end of the arm, where garments hang, and is used in Exodus 28:7 to describe the shoulder pieces of the ephod.
Definition: 1) shoulder, shoulder-blade, side, slope 1a) shoulder, shoulder-blade (of man) 1b) shoulder, shoulder-pieces (of animals) 1c) side, slope (of mountain) 1d) supports (of laver)
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: arm, corner, shoulder(-piece), side, undersetter. See also: Exodus 27:14; 2 Kings 11:11; Isaiah 11:14.
הָֽ/אוּלָ֑ם
ʼûwlâm
H197
"Portico"
Art | N-ms
A portico is a covered area at the entrance of a building, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a vestibule or porch where people gather before entering the main building.
Definition: A hall or porch of the temple
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: porch. See also: 1 Kings 6:3; Ezekiel 40:7; Joel 2:17.
וְ/צַלְע֥וֹת
tsêlâʻ
H6763
"side"
Conj | N-cp
This word refers to a side or a rib, and it's used to describe parts of the body or objects. It's also used architecturally to describe beams or planks in buildings like the temple.
Definition: 1) side, rib, beam 1a) rib (of man) 1b) rib (of hill, ridge, etc) 1c) side-chambers or cells (of temple structure) 1d) rib, plank, board (of cedar or fir) 1e) leaves (of door) 1f) side (of ark) Aramaic equivalent: a.la (עֲלַע "rib" H5967)
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: beam, board, chamber, corner, leaf, plank, rib, side (chamber). See also: Genesis 2:21; Exodus 38:7; Ezekiel 41:26.
הַ/בַּ֖יִת
bayith
H1004
"place"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
וְ/הָ/עֻבִּֽים
ʻâb
H5646
"threshold"
Conj | Art | N-mp
This word refers to a threshold or a beam in a building, providing structural support, as described in architectural terms. Its meaning is not entirely certain, but it is related to a thick or heavy part of a structure. The word is used in the KJV to describe physical objects.
Definition: 1) an architectural term 1a) meaning uncertain; perhaps projecting roof, landing, thick beam, plank, threshold
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: thick (beam, plant). See also: 1 Kings 7:6; Ezekiel 41:25; Ezekiel 41:26.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 41:26
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Context — The Interior Structures
24and each door had two swinging panels. There were two panels for one door and two for the other.
25Cherubim and palm trees like those on the walls were carved on the doors of the outer sanctuary, and there was a wooden canopy outside, on the front of the portico.
26There were beveled windows and palm trees on the sidewalls of the portico. The side rooms of the temple also had canopies.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 41:16 | as well as the thresholds and the beveled windows and the galleries all around with their three levels opposite the threshold, were overlaid with wood on all sides. They were paneled from the ground to the windows, and the windows were covered. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 40:16 | The gate chambers and their side pillars had beveled windows all around the inside of the gateway. The porticos also had windows all around on the inside. Each side pillar was decorated with palm trees. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 41:5 | Next he measured the wall of the temple to be six cubits thick, and the width of each side room around the temple was four cubits. |
Ezekiel 41:26 Summary
Ezekiel 41:26 describes the beautiful details of the temple, including beveled windows and palm trees, which represent peace and spiritual growth. The canopies in the side rooms of the temple symbolize God's protection and care for His people, much like the canopy outside the portico in Ezekiel 41:25. This verse reminds us that God is a God of detail and care, who wants to dwell among His people, as seen in Ezekiel 37:27-28. As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves how we can create spaces for worship that are both beautiful and functional, and how we can seek God's shelter and care in our own lives, just like the Israelites sought to follow God's instructions in Exodus 35:31.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the beveled windows in Ezekiel 41:26?
The beveled windows in Ezekiel 41:26 signify the careful attention to detail in the construction of the temple, emphasizing the importance of creating a beautiful and functional space for worship, as seen in Exodus 35:31 where God fills Bezalel with the Spirit of God to create the tabernacle with skill and craftsmanship.
Why are palm trees mentioned in this verse?
The palm trees in Ezekiel 41:26 likely represent a symbol of peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth, as mentioned in Psalm 92:12, where the righteous flourish like a palm tree, and in Revelation 7:9, where palm branches are used to worship God.
What is the purpose of the canopies in the side rooms of the temple?
The canopies in the side rooms of the temple, as mentioned in Ezekiel 41:26, may have served as a symbol of protection and shelter, much like the canopy outside the portico in Ezekiel 41:25, and may have also represented God's presence and care for His people, as seen in Isaiah 4:6 where God provides a canopy of protection for His people.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Ezekiel's vision?
Ezekiel 41:26 is part of a larger description of the temple's design and construction, emphasizing God's attention to detail and care for His people, which is a central theme in Ezekiel's vision, as seen in Ezekiel 37:27-28 where God dwells among His people and they are His people.
Reflection Questions
- What does the attention to detail in the temple's construction teach us about God's character and our relationship with Him?
- How can we apply the symbolism of the palm trees in our own lives, representing peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth?
- What role do canopies or symbols of protection play in our own spiritual journeys, and how can we seek God's shelter and care in our lives?
- How does this verse encourage us to think about the importance of beauty and functionality in our own worship spaces and communities?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 41:26
And there were narrow windows,.... See Ezekiel 41:16: and palm trees on the one side and on the other side, on the sides of the porch; upon the posts that were on each side the porch, north and
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 41:26
Ezekiel 41:26 And [there were] narrow windows and palm trees on the one side and on the other side, on the sides of the porch, and [upon] the side chambers of the house, and thick planks.Ver. 26. And thick planks,] i.e., The heads or ends of thick beams or joists, supporting the rafters. We see what use there is of architecture, among other arts, in expounding Scripture. Vilalpandus saith he bestowed two and twenty years’ study upon this fabric of the temple here described.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 41:26
(26) Windows and palm trees.—These have already been mentioned in connection with the gateways (Ezekiel 40:16), and are now further described as in the “side chambers of the temple.” The last word, translated “thick planks,” is very obscure. If it be the plural of the word used in Ezekiel 41:25, it would mean that the mouldings in front of the porches were also carved with palm trees. It is to be observed that in these outer parts of the Temple only palm trees were used in the ornamentation, the cherubim being reserved for the Holy Place and the Holy of Holies. The description of the Temple proper is now finished, and it is noticeable how very little is said of its interior furniture and arrangements. There is no mention at all of that profuse overlaying with gold so characteristic of Solomon’s Temple; nothing is said of the candlestick, or the table of show-bread; even the ark itself, that climax of Israel’s symbolic worship, is not mentioned. The prophet seems to be looking forward to the time described by his contemporary, Jeremiah, when these outward symbols should be forgotten in the higher spiritual presence of the Lord: “They shall say no more, The ark of the covenant of the LORD; neither shall it come to mind. . . . At that time they shall call Jerusalem the throne of the LORD, and all the nations shall be gathered unto it” (Jeremiah 3:16-17).
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 41:26
26. For narrow windows, closed. The “sides” (lit. shoulders) are the side walls of the porch, but whether the walls on both sides of the entrance be meant, or the end-walls (N. and S.), cannot be decided. There should be a full stop at porch. The next statement is incomplete: and the side-chambers of the house and the landings.…
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 41:26
23-26. The temple and inner sanctuary had folding doors (1 Kings 6:31) carved with cherubs and palms (see Ezekiel 41:18; Ezekiel 41:20), and “there was a wooden ab (an unknown construction) in front
Sermons on Ezekiel 41:26
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The Ark by D.L. Moody | D.L. Moody's sermon 'The Ark' draws parallels between Noah's Ark and the Ark of the Covenant, emphasizing their symbolic representation of Christ's humanity and atoning work. He hi |