KJV ORIGINAL
He measured the east side with the measuring reed, five hundred reeds, with the measuring reed round about.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He took his measuring stick and measured the east side, it came out to five hundred units all the way around.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God cares about the details, even down to exact measurements.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Ezekiel, the prophet receives a vision of a future temple during the Babylonian exile, as a symbol of God's promise to restore and purify Israel after their judgment for idolatry. This verse specifically describes an angelic figure measuring the temple's dimensions, emphasizing God's meticulous plan for holiness and order in worship. These measurements reflect the broader theme of divine precision, contrasting the chaos of the exile with the perfection of God's restored kingdom.
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