Then went he inward, and measured the post of the door, two cubits; and the door, six cubits; and the breadth of the door, seven cubits.
Then he went deeper inside and measured the doorframe, it was about 3 feet thick. The door opening itself was 9 feet wide, and the whole entrance was about 10 feet across.
God cares about the details, even down to the measurements of his holy space.
📚 Historical Context
Ezekiel was a prophet among the exiled Jews in Babylon during the 6th century BC, receiving visions from God about the future restoration of Israel. In chapters 40-48 of his book, God gives Ezekiel a detailed tour and measurements of a magnificent temple, symbolizing divine order, holiness, and God's renewed presence among His people. This specific verse describes precise measurements of the temple's inner door, emphasizing the meticulous care God takes in matters of worship and sacred space.
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