Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark and covered the ark and its carrying poles. New Living Translation The cherubim spread their wings over the Ark, forming a canopy over the Ark and its carrying poles. English Standard Version The cherubim spread out their wings over the place of the ark, so that the cherubim made a covering above the ark and its poles. Berean Standard Bible For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark and overshadowed the ark and its poles. King James Bible For the cherubims spread forth their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubims covered the ark and the staves thereof above. New King James Version For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim overshadowed the ark and its poles. New American Standard Bible For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark, so that the cherubim made a covering over the ark and its poles. NASB 1995 For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark, so that the cherubim made a covering over the ark and its poles. NASB 1977 For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark, so that the cherubim made a covering over the ark and its poles. Legacy Standard Bible And the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim made a covering over the ark and its poles from above. Amplified Bible for the cherubim spread out their wings over the place of the ark, making a covering above the ark and its carrying poles. Christian Standard Bible And the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark so that the cherubim formed a cover above the ark and its poles. Holman Christian Standard Bible And the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark so that the cherubim formed a cover above the ark and its poles. American Standard Version For the cherubim spread forth their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim covered the ark and the staves thereof above. Contemporary English Version whose wings covered both the chest and the poles used for carrying it. English Revised Version For the cherubim spread forth their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim covered the ark and the staves thereof above: GOD'S WORD® Translation The angels' outstretched wings were over the place where the ark [rested] so that the angels became a covering above the ark and its poles. Good News Translation Their outstretched wings covered the Box and the poles it was carried by. International Standard Version The wings of the cherubim extended over where the ark and its carrying poles had been placed, Majority Standard Bible For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark and overshadowed the ark and its poles. NET Bible The cherubs' wings extended over the place where the ark sat; the cherubs overshadowed the ark and its poles. New Heart English Bible For the cherubim spread forth their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim covered the ark and its poles above. Webster's Bible Translation For the cherubim spread forth their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim covered the ark, and the staffs of it above. World English Bible For the cherubim spread out their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim covered the ark and its poles above. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the cherubim are spreading out wings over the place of the Ark, and the cherubim cover over the Ark, and over its poles, from above; Young's Literal Translation and the cherubs are spreading out wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubs cover over the ark, and over its staves, from above; Smith's Literal Translation And the cherubims will be spreading forth the wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubims will cover over the ark, and over its bars from above. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo that the cherubims spread their wings over the place, in which the ark was set, and covered the ark itself and its staves. Catholic Public Domain Version so that the cherubim extended their wings over the place where the ark was positioned, and they covered the ark itself and its bars. New American Bible The cherubim had their wings spread out over the place of the ark, covering the ark and its poles from above. New Revised Standard Version For the cherubim spread out their wings over the place of the ark, so that the cherubim made a covering above the ark and its poles. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor the cherubim spread forth their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim covered the ark and the poles thereof above. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the Cherubim were extending over the place of the Ark and the Cherubim were covering over the Ark and over its poles from above. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917For the cherubim spread forth their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim covered the ark and the staves thereof above. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the cherubs stretched out their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubs covered the ark, and its staves above. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Ark Enters the Temple…7Then the priests brought the ark of the covenant of the LORD to its place in the inner sanctuary of the temple, the Most Holy Place, beneath the wings of the cherubim. 8For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark and overshadowed the ark and its poles. 9The poles of the ark extended far enough that their ends were visible from in front of the inner sanctuary, but not from outside the Holy Place; and they are there to this day.… Cross References Exodus 25:20 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. 1 Kings 8:7 For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark and overshadowed the ark and its poles. Hebrews 9:5 Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now. Exodus 37:9 And the cherubim had wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat. The cherubim faced each other, looking toward the mercy seat. 1 Samuel 4:4 So the people sent men to Shiloh, and they brought back the ark of the covenant of the LORD of Hosts, who sits enthroned between the cherubim. And the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, were there with the ark of the covenant of God. Numbers 7:89 When Moses entered the Tent of Meeting to speak with the LORD, he heard the voice speaking to him from between the two cherubim above the mercy seat on the ark of the Testimony. Thus the LORD spoke to him. 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. 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! Isaiah 37:16 “O LORD of Hosts, God of Israel, enthroned above the cherubim, You alone are God over all the kingdoms of the earth. You made the heavens and the earth. 1 Kings 6:27 And he placed the cherubim inside the innermost room of the temple. Since their wings were spread out, the wing of the first cherub touched one wall, while the wing of the second cherub touched the other wall, and in the middle of the room their wingtips touched. 1 Kings 6:23-28 In the inner sanctuary he made two cherubim, each ten cubits high, out of olive wood. / 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. / The second cherub also measured ten cubits; both cherubim had the same size and shape, ... Exodus 25:18-22 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. ... 1 Samuel 6:2 the Philistines summoned the priests and diviners, saying, “What shall we do with the ark of the LORD? Tell us how to send it back to its place.” 1 Chronicles 13:6 David and all Israel went up to Baalah of Judah (that is, Kiriath-jearim) to bring up from there the ark of God the LORD, who is enthroned between the cherubim—the ark that is called by the Name. Treasury of Scripture For the cherubim spread forth their wings over the place of the ark, and the cherubim covered the ark and the staves thereof above. the staves Exodus 25:12-15 And thou shalt cast four rings of gold for it, and put them in the four corners thereof; and two rings shall be in the one side of it, and two rings in the other side of it… Exodus 37:3-5 And he cast for it four rings of gold, to be set by the four corners of it; even two rings upon the one side of it, and two rings upon the other side of it… Numbers 4:6 And shall put thereon the covering of badgers' skins, and shall spread over it a cloth wholly of blue, and shall put in the staves thereof. Jump to Previous Ark Carrying Cherubim Cherubs Cover Covered Covering Forth Outstretched Poles Rods Spread Spreading Staffs Staves Thereof WingsJump to Next Ark Carrying Cherubim Cherubs Cover Covered Covering Forth Outstretched Poles Rods Spread Spreading Staffs Staves Thereof Wings2 Chronicles 5 1. The dedicated treasures2. The solemn induction of the ark into the oracle 11. God being praised, gives a visible sign of his favor For the cherubim spread their wings over the place of the ark The cherubim are angelic beings often associated with the presence and glory of God. In the context of the temple, they symbolize divine protection and the holiness of God’s dwelling place. The spreading of their wings over the ark signifies a covering or sheltering presence, reminiscent of the cherubim placed at the east of the Garden of Eden to guard the way to the tree of life (Genesis 3:24). This imagery emphasizes the sacredness of the ark, which contained the tablets of the covenant, and highlights the temple as a microcosm of heaven on earth. The cherubim's wings also reflect the heavenly throne room described in visions such as those in Ezekiel 1 and Revelation 4, where cherubim are seen surrounding God's throne. and overshadowed the ark and its poles Persons / Places / Events 1. CherubimAngelic beings often associated with the presence and glory of God. In the context of the temple, they symbolize divine protection and the holiness of God. 2. Ark of the Covenant A sacred chest that held the tablets of the Law, representing God's covenant with Israel. It was the most sacred object in the temple, signifying God's presence among His people. 3. Solomon's Temple The first temple built in Jerusalem, a central place of worship for the Israelites. It was constructed under King Solomon's reign and was a symbol of Israel's relationship with God. 4. Poles Used to carry the Ark, emphasizing the holiness and untouchable nature of the Ark, as it was not to be directly handled by human hands. 5. Overshadowing This act by the cherubim signifies God's protective and encompassing presence over His covenant and His people. Teaching Points God's Holiness and PresenceThe cherubim and the Ark remind us of God's holiness and His desire to dwell among His people. We are called to approach Him with reverence and awe. Symbolism of Protection The overshadowing wings of the cherubim symbolize God's protection. Believers can find comfort in knowing that God is a refuge and shield. Continuity of God's Covenant The presence of the Ark in the temple signifies the continuity of God's covenant promises. As Christians, we are part of this ongoing relationship through Jesus Christ. Reverence in Worship The detailed instructions and care in handling the Ark teach us the importance of reverence and intentionality in our worship practices today.(8) For the cherubims spread forth their wings.--Rather, And the cherubim were spreading forth wings. Kings has for (ki); making the sentence an explanation of the last clause of 2Chronicles 5:7. Covered.--Kings has the technical term for the cherubim "covering" the ark (Exodus 25:20; 1Chronicles 28:18). In Hebrew writing, the difference is marked by the transposition of a single letter. Perhaps, therefore, our present reading is a clerical error. Hebrew Forוַיִּהְי֤וּ (way·yih·yū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be the cherubim הַכְּרוּבִים֙ (hak·kə·rū·ḇîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings spread פֹּרְשִׂ֣ים (pō·rə·śîm) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 6566: To break apart, disperse their wings כְּנָפַ֔יִם (kə·nā·p̄a·yim) Noun - fd Strong's 3671: An edge, extremity, a wing, a flap, a quarter, a pinnacle over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the place מְק֖וֹם (mə·qō·wm) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4725: A standing, a spot, a condition of the ark הָאָר֑וֹן (hā·’ā·rō·wn) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 727: A chest, ark and overshadowed וַיְכַסּ֧וּ (way·ḵas·sū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3680: To plump, fill up hollows, to cover the ark הָאָר֥וֹן (hā·’ā·rō·wn) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 727: A chest, ark and וְעַל־ (wə·‘al-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against its poles. בַּדָּ֖יו (bad·dāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 905: Separation, a part of the body, branch of a, tree, bar for, carrying, chief of Links 2 Chronicles 5:8 NIV2 Chronicles 5:8 NLT 2 Chronicles 5:8 ESV 2 Chronicles 5:8 NASB 2 Chronicles 5:8 KJV 2 Chronicles 5:8 BibleApps.com 2 Chronicles 5:8 Biblia Paralela 2 Chronicles 5:8 Chinese Bible 2 Chronicles 5:8 French Bible 2 Chronicles 5:8 Catholic Bible OT History: 2 Chronicles 5:8 For the cherubim spread forth their wings (2 Chron. 2Ch iiCh ii ch 2 chr 2chr) |
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