Ezekiel 40:5
The Scripture
(5) And behold a wall on the outside of the house round about, and in the man's hand a measuring reed of six cubits long by the cubit and an hand breadth: so he measured the breadth of the building, one reed; and the height, one reed.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Ezekiel 40 the prophet describes the temple that God will rebuild, highlighting its great size, height, and the special dedication of the priests who will serve within it. He also outlines the priests’ garments and the altar, showing that God’s holiness requires perfect purity and careful preparation.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Ezekiel 42:20Psalms 125:2Isaiah 26:1Isaiah 60:18Zechariah 2:5Revelation 21:12Deuteronomy 3:11
Related verses (shared words)
Ezekiel 40:7Ezekiel 41:2Ezekiel 43:13Ezekiel 42:16Revelation 21:16Ezekiel 41:5