Ezekiel 42:12
Ezekiel 42:12 in Multiple Translations
And corresponding to the doors of the chambers that were facing south, there was a door in front of the walkway that was parallel to the wall extending eastward.
And according to the doors of the chambers that were toward the south was a door in the head of the way, even the way directly before the wall toward the east, as one entereth into them.
And according to the doors of the chambers that were toward the south was a door at the head of the way, even the way directly before the wall toward the east, as one entereth into them.
And under the rooms on the south was a door at the head of the outer wall in the direction of the east as one goes in.
Similarly there was an entrance under the rooms on the south side of the building, coming from the east side.
And according to ye doores of ye chambers that were towarde the South, was a doore in the corner of the way, euen the way directly before the wall toward the East, as one entreth.
And according to the openings of the chambers that [are] southward [is] an opening at the head of the way, the way directly in the front of the wall eastward in entering them.
Like the doors of the rooms that were toward the south was a door at the head of the way, even the way directly before the wall toward the east, as one enters into them.
And according to the doors of the chambers that were towards the south was a door in the head of the way, even the way directly before the wall towards the east, as one entereth into them.
According to the doors of the chambers that were towards the south: there was a door in the head of the way, which way was before the porch, separated towards the east as one entereth in.
The doorways on the south side were similar to the doorways on the north side. There was an entrance in the wall that faced the doors of the set of rooms, and there was an entrance on the east side, at the end of the inside walkway.
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Ezekiel 42:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/כְ/פִתְחֵ֣י
הַ/לְּשָׁכ֗וֹת
אֲשֶׁר֙
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
הַ/דָּר֔וֹם
פֶּ֖תַח
בְּ/רֹ֣אשׁ
דָּ֑רֶךְ
דֶּ֗רֶךְ
בִּ/פְנֵי֙
הַ/גְּדֶ֣רֶת
הֲגִינָ֔ה
דֶּ֥רֶךְ
הַ/קָּדִ֖ים
בְּ/בוֹאָֽ/ן
וּ/כְ/פִתְחֵ֣י
pethach
H6607
entrance
Conj | Prep | N-mp
הַ/לְּשָׁכ֗וֹת
lishkâh
H3957
chamber
Art | N-fp
אֲשֶׁר֙
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
derek
H1870
way
N-cs
הַ/דָּר֔וֹם
dârôwm
H1864
south
Art | N-ms
פֶּ֖תַח
pethach
H6607
entrance
N-ms
בְּ/רֹ֣אשׁ
rôʼsh
H7218
head
Prep | N-ms
דָּ֑רֶךְ
derek
H1870
way
N-cs
דֶּ֗רֶךְ
derek
H1870
way
N-cs
בִּ/פְנֵי֙
pânîym
H6440
face
Prep | N-cp
הַ/גְּדֶ֣רֶת
gᵉdêrâh
H1448
wall
Art | N-fs
הֲגִינָ֔ה
hâgîyn
H1903
suitable
N-fs
דֶּ֥רֶךְ
derek
H1870
way
N-cs
הַ/קָּדִ֖ים
qâdîym
H6921
east
Art | N-ms
בְּ/בוֹאָֽ/ן
bôwʼ
H935
Lebo
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 42:12
וּ/כְ/פִתְחֵ֣י
pethach
H6607
"entrance"
Conj | Prep | N-mp
A pethach is an entrance or doorway, like the gates of Jerusalem or the door to the temple, often symbolizing transition or access to a new place.
Definition: opening, doorway, entrance
Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. See also: Genesis 4:7; Judges 9:40; Psalms 24:7.
הַ/לְּשָׁכ֗וֹת
lishkâh
H3957
"chamber"
Art | N-fp
A room or chamber in a building, like a storage room or a bedroom. This word is used in 1 Kings 20:30 to describe a room in the king's palace.
Definition: room, chamber, hall, cell
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: chamber, parlour. Compare H5393 (נִשְׁכָּה). See also: 1 Samuel 9:22; Jeremiah 36:20; Jeremiah 35:2.
אֲשֶׁר֙
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
derek
H1870
"way"
N-cs
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
הַ/דָּר֔וֹם
dârôwm
H1864
"south"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this word means the direction south or the south wind. It is used to describe geographical locations or the movement of air. The south was an important direction in ancient Israel, often associated with warmth and sunshine.
Definition: south
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: south. See also: Deuteronomy 33:23; Ezekiel 40:28; Ezekiel 42:18.
פֶּ֖תַח
pethach
H6607
"entrance"
N-ms
A pethach is an entrance or doorway, like the gates of Jerusalem or the door to the temple, often symbolizing transition or access to a new place.
Definition: opening, doorway, entrance
Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. See also: Genesis 4:7; Judges 9:40; Psalms 24:7.
בְּ/רֹ֣אשׁ
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
דָּ֑רֶךְ
derek
H1870
"way"
N-cs
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
דֶּ֗רֶךְ
derek
H1870
"way"
N-cs
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
בִּ/פְנֵי֙
pânîym
H6440
"face"
Prep | N-cp
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
הַ/גְּדֶ֣רֶת
gᵉdêrâh
H1448
"wall"
Art | N-fs
This word means a wall or enclosure, especially for flocks, and is translated as sheepfold or hedge in the Bible, often referring to a place where sheep are kept.
Definition: 1) wall, hedge 2) sheepfold (construct with 'sheep')
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: (sheep-) cote (fold) hedge, wall. See also: Numbers 32:16; Psalms 89:41; Jeremiah 49:3.
הֲגִינָ֔ה
hâgîyn
H1903
"suitable"
N-fs
Suitable means something is right or appropriate for a particular situation. In the Bible, it's used to describe when something is fitting or proper, like when the Israelites were directly in front of the Red Sea. It implies a sense of correctness or appropriateness.
Definition: 1) appropriate, suitable 2) (CLBL) directly ahead of
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: directly. See also: Ezekiel 42:12.
דֶּ֥רֶךְ
derek
H1870
"way"
N-cs
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
הַ/קָּדִ֖ים
qâdîym
H6921
"east"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this word means the direction east or the east wind, often used to describe geographical locations or the direction of the wind.
Definition: 1) east, east wind 1a) east (of direction) 1b) east wind
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: east(-ward, wind). See also: Genesis 41:6; Ezekiel 43:17; Psalms 48:8.
בְּ/בוֹאָֽ/ן
bôwʼ
H935
"Lebo"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.
Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter
Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 42:12
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- Ezekiel 42:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 42:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 42:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 42:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 42:12
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 42:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 42:12
Context — Chambers for the Priests
10On the south side along the length of the wall of the outer court were chambers adjoining the courtyard and opposite the building,
11with a passageway in front of them, just like the chambers that were on the north. They had the same length and width, with similar exits and dimensions.
12And corresponding to the doors of the chambers that were facing south, there was a door in front of the walkway that was parallel to the wall extending eastward.
13Then the man said to me, “The north and south chambers facing the temple courtyard are the holy chambers where the priests who approach the LORD will eat the most holy offerings. There they will place the most holy offerings—the grain offerings, the sin offerings, and the guilt offerings—for the place is holy. 14Once the priests have entered the holy area, they must not go out into the outer court until they have left behind the garments in which they minister, for these are holy. They are to put on other clothes before they approach the places that are for the people.”Ezekiel 42:12 Summary
The verse Ezekiel 42:12 describes a specific door in the temple that corresponds to the doors of the chambers facing south. This door is part of a larger structure that emphasizes the importance of access to sacred spaces, as seen in other parts of the Bible, such as Exodus 29:4-5 and Leviticus 8:12-13. The attention to detail in the temple's design highlights God's character and desire for order and beauty in worship. By understanding the significance of this door, we can better appreciate the role of Jesus Christ as the ultimate doorway to God, as described in John 10:7-9.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the door in front of the walkway in Ezekiel 42:12?
The door in front of the walkway that was parallel to the wall extending eastward likely served as an entrance to the holy chambers, as described in Ezekiel 42:13, where the priests would eat and place the most holy offerings, emphasizing the importance of access to these sacred spaces, as seen in Exodus 29:4-5 and Leviticus 8:12-13.
How does the architecture of the temple in Ezekiel 42:12 relate to the rest of the Bible?
The detailed description of the temple's structure, including the door in Ezekiel 42:12, highlights God's attention to detail and His desire for order and beauty in worship, as also seen in 1 Kings 6:1-38 and 2 Chronicles 3:1-17, where the construction of Solomon's temple is described.
What can we learn from the symmetry and precision of the temple's design in Ezekiel 42:12?
The symmetry and precision in the temple's design, as seen in Ezekiel 42:10-12, demonstrate God's character and His desire for balance and harmony in our lives, as reflected in Psalm 19:1-6 and Isaiah 28:16, where God's creation and wisdom are praised.
How does the description of the temple in Ezekiel 42:12 point to Jesus Christ?
The temple, including the door in Ezekiel 42:12, serves as a symbol of Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate doorway to God, as described in John 10:7-9, where Jesus says, 'I am the gate for the sheep,' emphasizing His role as the mediator between God and humanity.
Reflection Questions
- What does the attention to detail in the temple's design reveal about God's character, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How can I, like the priests in Ezekiel 42:13, approach God with reverence and respect, recognizing the holiness of His presence?
- What are some ways in which I can create a 'holy space' in my daily life, setting aside time and energy for worship and communion with God, just as the temple was set apart for these purposes?
- In what ways can I, like the door in Ezekiel 42:12, serve as a 'gateway' to God for others, pointing them to Jesus Christ and the hope of salvation?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 42:12
And according to the doors of the chambers that were toward the south,.... That is, the doors of these eastern chambers were exactly like to the doors of the southern chambers, as well as to the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 42:12
For they were in three stories, but had not pillars as the pillars of the courts: therefore the building was straitened more than the lowest and the middlemost from the ground. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 42:12
This verse is a particular description of the door and way that, from the east end of this south building, did lead either under the buildings, or through some part of them toward the west point, as before; such a way from the north buildings did lead to the south, nor do I think necessary to speak more of the words.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 42:12
(12) “So were the doors of the chambers which were toward the south, a door at the head of the way, the way over against the corresponding (?) wall, the way as one enters from the east.” The word here translated corresponding occurs only in this place, and is of doubtful signification; but the word for wall is the same as in Ezekiel 42:7, and there can be no doubt that it refers to the screen-wall to the east of the chambers. The way from the porch of the gate to the inner court was directly “over against” the passage between this wall and the chambers, and in fact joined it at right angles. This closes the somewhat obscure and difficult description of these chambers, where we do not have, as in the other cases, any similar construction in the ancient Temple to guide the interpreter. It would seem altogether probable that there must have been an additional entrance to these chambers from the space at the side of or behind the Temple, for the convenience of the priests in changing their garments. Perhaps there was such an entrance to the second storey, which must have been about on the same level with the Temple court, but is not mentioned because only the plan of the lower storey is described.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 42:12
12. As the text reads it is easiest to attach the last words of Eze 42:11 to Ezekiel 42:12. The sense resulting from this change is not very natural. Possibly Ezekiel 42:11 should end as A.V., in which case Ezekiel 42:12 must be amended: and the doors of the chambers were toward the south. In this point they differed from the other chambers, the doors of which were towards the north (Ezekiel 42:4). The term rendered “corresponding” is quite unknown. In the Targ. and post-biblical Heb. a similar word appears to mean suitable, excellent—the appropriate wall. The word is no doubt corrupt. LXX. “reed.”
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 42:12
4-12. Toy renders: “In front of the chamber was a passageway ten cubits wide and one hundred cubits long. (See O, chart facing page 209.) Their doors were on the north.