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Ezekiel 40:17

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Then brought he me into the outward court, and, lo, there were chambers, and a pavement made for the court round about: thirty chambers were upon the pavement.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then he brought me into the outer courtyard, and I saw these rooms built all around with a stone floor laid out perfectly. There were thirty rooms total, all built right on that pavement.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God's house has room for everyone, thirty spaces and counting.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Ezekiel, the prophet is given a detailed vision of a new temple while in exile in Babylon around 573 BC, following the destruction of the first temple in Jerusalem. This vision, including the description of the outward court with chambers and pavement, symbolizes God's promise of restoration and His desire to dwell among His people once more. It reflects the cultural and religious significance of the temple in ancient Jewish life, emphasizing God's holiness and precise order in worship.

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