Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing five cubits—ten cubits from wing tip to wing tip. New Living Translation The wingspan of each of the cherubim was 15 feet, each wing being 7 1 / 2 feet long. English Standard Version Five cubits was the length of one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the length of the other wing of the cherub; it was ten cubits from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other. Berean Standard Bible One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was five cubits long as well. So the full wingspan was ten cubits. King James Bible And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. New King James Version One wing of the cherub was five cubits, and the other wing of the cherub five cubits: ten cubits from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other. New American Standard Bible The one wing of the first cherub was five cubits, and the other wing of the first cherub was five cubits; from the end of one wing to the end of the other wing were ten cubits. NASB 1995 Five cubits was the one wing of the cherub and five cubits the other wing of the cherub; from the end of one wing to the end of the other wing were ten cubits. NASB 1977 And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub and five cubits the other wing of the cherub; from the end of one wing to the end of the other wing were ten cubits. Legacy Standard Bible And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub and five cubits the other wing of the cherub; from the end of one wing to the end of the other wing were ten cubits. Amplified Bible One wing of the cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was also five cubits long; it was ten cubits from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other. Christian Standard Bible One wing of the first cherub was 7 1 /2 feet long, and the other wing was 7 1 /2 feet long. The wingspan was 15 feet from tip to tip. Holman Christian Standard Bible One wing of the first cherub was 7 1/2 feet long, and the other wing was 7 1/2 feet long. The wingspan was 15 feet from tip to tip. American Standard Version And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. English Revised Version And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. GOD'S WORD® Translation Each wing of the angels was 7 1/2 feet long. The distance from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other was 15 feet. International Standard Version Each wing of one cherub was five cubits long, and each wing of the other cherub was five cubits long, so that the distance from the end of one wing to the end of the other wing was ten cubits. Majority Standard Bible One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was five cubits long as well. So the full wingspan was ten cubits. NET Bible Each of the first cherub's wings was seven and a half feet long; its entire wingspan was 15 feet. New Heart English Bible Eight feet and seven inches was the one wing of the cherub, and eight feet and seven inches the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing to the uttermost part of the other were seventeen feet and three inches. Webster's Bible Translation And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing to the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. World English Bible Five cubits was the length of one wing of the cherub, and five cubits was the length of the other wing of the cherub. From the tip of one wing to the tip of the other was ten cubits. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the first wing of the cherub [is] five cubits, and the second wing of the cherub five cubits—ten cubits from the ends of his wings even to the ends of his wings; Young's Literal Translation and five cubits is the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the second wing of the cherub, ten cubits from the ends of its wings even unto the ends of its wings; Smith's Literal Translation And five cubits the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the second wing of the cherub: ten cubits from the extremities of its wings and even to the extremities of its wings. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOne wing of the cherub was five cubits, and the other wing of the cherub was five cubits: that is, in all ten cubits, from the extremity of one wing to the extremity of the other wing. Catholic Public Domain Version One wing of a cherub was five cubits, and the other wing of a cherub was five cubits, that is, having ten cubits from the summit of one wing even to the summit of the other wing. New American Bible Each wing of a cherub was five cubits so that the span from wing tip to wing tip was ten cubits. New Revised Standard Version Five cubits was the length of one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the length of the other wing of the cherub; it was ten cubits from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub, ten cubits from the tip of the one wing to the tip of the other. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And five cubits the width of one Cherub, and five cubits the wing of the other Cherub, and ten cubits from the top of his wing and unto the tip of his wing. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub; from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the wing of one cherub was five cubits, and his other wing was five cubits; ten cubits from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other wing. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Cherubim23In the inner sanctuary he made two cherubim, each ten cubits high, out of olive wood. 24One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long, and the other wing was five cubits long as well. So the full wingspan was ten cubits. 25The second cherub also measured ten cubits; both cherubim had the same size and shape,… Cross References Exodus 25:18-20 Make two cherubim of hammered gold at the ends of the mercy seat, / one cherub on one end and one on the other, all made from one piece of gold. / And the cherubim are to have wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat. The cherubim are to face each other, looking toward the mercy seat. 2 Chronicles 3:11-13 The total wingspan of the cherubim was twenty cubits. One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long and touched the wall of the temple, and its other wing was five cubits long and touched the wing of the other cherub. / The wing of the second cherub also measured five cubits and touched the wall of the temple, while its other wing measured five cubits and touched the wing of the first cherub. / So the total wingspan of these cherubim was twenty cubits. They stood on their feet, facing the main room. Ezekiel 41:18-19 were alternating carved cherubim and palm trees. Each cherub had two faces: / the face of a man was toward the palm tree on one side, and the face of a young lion was toward the palm tree on the other side. They were carved all the way around the temple. Exodus 37:7-9 He made two cherubim of hammered gold at the ends of the mercy seat, / one cherub on one end and one on the other, all made from one piece of gold. / And the cherubim had wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat. The cherubim faced each other, looking toward the mercy seat. Isaiah 6:2 Above Him stood seraphim, each having six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. Hebrews 9:5 Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now. Revelation 4:6-8 And before the throne was something like a sea of glass, as clear as crystal. In the center, around the throne, were four living creatures, covered with eyes in front and back. / The first living creature was like a lion, the second like a calf, the third had a face like a man, and the fourth was like an eagle in flight. / And each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around and within. Day and night they never stop saying: “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!” Exodus 26:1 “You are to construct the tabernacle itself with ten curtains of finely spun linen, each with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and cherubim skillfully worked into them. 2 Samuel 6:2 And he and all his troops set out for Baale of Judah to bring up from there the ark of God, which is called by the Name—the name of the LORD of Hosts, who is enthroned between the cherubim that are on it. Psalm 80:1 For the choirmaster. To the tune of “The Lilies of the Covenant.” A Psalm of Asaph. Hear us, O Shepherd of Israel, who leads Joseph like a flock; You who sit enthroned between the cherubim, shine forth Psalm 99:1 The LORD reigns; let the nations tremble! He is enthroned above the cherubim; let the earth quake! 1 Chronicles 28:18 the weight of the refined gold for the altar of incense; and the plans for the chariot of the gold cherubim that spread their wings and overshadowed the ark of the covenant of the LORD. Ezekiel 10:1-22 And I looked and saw above the expanse, above the heads of the cherubim, the likeness of a throne of sapphire. / And the LORD said to the man clothed in linen, “Go inside the wheelwork beneath the cherubim. Fill your hands with burning coals from among the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” And as I watched, he went in. / Now when the man went in, the cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple, and a cloud filled the inner court. ... Revelation 5:6-8 Then I saw a Lamb who appeared to have been slain, standing in the center of the throne, encircled by the four living creatures and the elders. The Lamb had seven horns and seven eyes, which represent the seven spirits of God sent out into all the earth. / And He came and took the scroll from the right hand of the One seated on the throne. / When He had taken the scroll, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb. Each one had a harp, and they were holding golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of the saints. Exodus 36:8 All the skilled craftsmen among the workmen made the ten curtains for the tabernacle. They were made of finely spun linen, as well as blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, with cherubim skillfully worked into them. Treasury of Scripture And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing to the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. Jump to Previous Cherub Cubits Distance Edge End Ends First Five Length Outstretched Part Second Ten Tip Uttermost Wide Wing WingsJump to Next Cherub Cubits Distance Edge End Ends First Five Length Outstretched Part Second Ten Tip Uttermost Wide Wing Wings1 Kings 6 1. The building of Solomon's temple5. The chambers thereof 11. God's promise unto it 15. The ceiling and adorning of it 23. The cherubim 31. The doors 36. The court 37. The time of building it One wing of the first cherub was five cubits long In the construction of Solomon's Temple, cherubim were placed in the inner sanctuary, the Most Holy Place. A cubit is generally considered to be about 18 inches, making each wing approximately 7.5 feet long. The cherubim are symbolic of divine presence and protection, reminiscent of the cherubim guarding the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3:24). Their presence in the temple signifies the holiness and sacredness of the space. and the other wing was five cubits long as well So the full wingspan was ten cubits Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonThe king of Israel who was responsible for building the temple in Jerusalem, a task that his father, David, had desired to complete. 2. Temple in Jerusalem The holy place constructed by Solomon as a dwelling place for the presence of God among His people, symbolizing God's covenant and faithfulness. 3. Cherubim Angelic beings depicted in the Holy of Holies, representing the majesty and holiness of God. Their wings stretched over the Ark of the Covenant. 4. Holy of Holies The innermost and most sacred area of the temple where the Ark of the Covenant was placed, symbolizing God's throne on earth. 5. Ark of the Covenant A sacred chest that held the tablets of the Ten Commandments, representing God's covenant with Israel. Teaching Points God's Holiness and MajestyThe detailed description of the cherubim's wingspan reflects the grandeur and holiness of God. As believers, we are called to approach God with reverence and awe. Symbolism of Protection The cherubim's wings covering the Ark symbolize God's protection over His covenant and His people. We can trust in God's protection and faithfulness in our lives. Continuity of God's Plan The temple's design, echoing the tabernacle, shows the continuity of God's redemptive plan. This reminds us of God's unchanging nature and His eternal purposes. Worship in Spirit and Truth The presence of the cherubim in the Holy of Holies calls us to worship God in spirit and truth, recognizing His presence in our lives and communities. The Role of Obedience Solomon's adherence to God's instructions for the temple construction highlights the importance of obedience in our walk with God. We are called to follow God's Word faithfully.Verse 24. - And five cubits was the one wing of the cherub, and five cubits the other wing of the cherub: from the uttermost part of the one wing unto the uttermost part of the other were ten cubits. [As the four wings alone covered the whole extent of the oracle, each pair must clearly have been in contact on the body of the cherub.] Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew One wingכְּנַ֤ף (kə·nap̄) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3671: An edge, extremity, a wing, a flap, a quarter, a pinnacle of the first הָֽאֶחָ֔ת (hā·’e·ḥāṯ) Article | Number - feminine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first cherub הַכְּרוּב֙ (hak·kə·rūḇ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings [was] five וְחָמֵ֣שׁ (wə·ḥā·mêš) Conjunctive waw | Number - feminine singular Strong's 2568: Five cubits long, אַמּ֗וֹת (’am·mō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 520: A mother, a cubit, a door-base and the other הַשֵּׁנִ֑ית (haš·šê·nîṯ) Article | Number - ordinal feminine singular Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number) wing כְּנַ֥ף (kə·nap̄) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3671: An edge, extremity, a wing, a flap, a quarter, a pinnacle five וְחָמֵ֣שׁ (wə·ḥā·mêš) Conjunctive waw | Number - feminine singular Strong's 2568: Five cubits [as well]. אַמּ֔וֹת (’am·mō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 520: A mother, a cubit, a door-base So the full מִקְצ֥וֹת (miq·ṣō·wṯ) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 7098: A termination wingspan כְּנָפָ֖יו (kə·nā·p̄āw) Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3671: An edge, extremity, a wing, a flap, a quarter, a pinnacle [was] ten עֶ֣שֶׂר (‘e·śer) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 6235: Ten cubits. אַמּ֔וֹת (’am·mō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 520: A mother, a cubit, a door-base Links 1 Kings 6:24 NIV1 Kings 6:24 NLT 1 Kings 6:24 ESV 1 Kings 6:24 NASB 1 Kings 6:24 KJV 1 Kings 6:24 BibleApps.com 1 Kings 6:24 Biblia Paralela 1 Kings 6:24 Chinese Bible 1 Kings 6:24 French Bible 1 Kings 6:24 Catholic Bible OT History: 1 Kings 6:24 Five cubits was the one wing (1Ki iKi i Ki 1 Kg 1kg) |
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