Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Under the vault their wings were stretched out one toward the other, and each had two wings covering its body. New Living Translation Beneath this surface the wings of each living being stretched out to touch the others’ wings, and each had two wings covering its body. English Standard Version And under the expanse their wings were stretched out straight, one toward another. And each creature had two wings covering its body. Berean Standard Bible And under the expanse, their wings stretched out toward one another. Each one also had two wings covering its body. King James Bible And under the firmament were their wings straight, the one toward the other: every one had two, which covered on this side, and every one had two, which covered on that side, their bodies. New King James Version And under the firmament their wings spread out straight, one toward another. Each one had two which covered one side, and each one had two which covered the other side of the body. New American Standard Bible Under the expanse their wings were stretched out straight, one toward the other; each one also had two wings covering its body on the one side and on the other. NASB 1995 Under the expanse their wings were stretched out straight, one toward the other; each one also had two wings covering its body on the one side and on the other. NASB 1977 And under the expanse their wings were stretched out straight, one toward the other; each one also had two wings covering their bodies on the one side and on the other. Legacy Standard Bible And underneath the expanse their wings were stretched out straight, one toward the other; each one also had two wings covering its body on the one side and on the other. Amplified Bible Under the expanse their wings were stretched out straight, one toward another. Every living being had two wings which covered its body on one side and on the other side. Christian Standard Bible and under the expanse their wings extended one toward another. They each also had two wings covering their bodies. Holman Christian Standard Bible And under the expanse their wings extended one toward another. Each of them also had two wings covering their bodies. American Standard Version And under the firmament were their wings straight, the one toward the other: every one had two which covered on this side, and every one had two which covered on that side, their bodies. English Revised Version And under the firmament were their wings straight, the one toward the other: every one had two which covered on this side, and every one had two which covered on that side, their bodies. GOD'S WORD® Translation Under the dome, each creature had two wings that were stretched out straight, touching one another. Each creature had two wings that covered its body. Good News Translation There under the dome stood the creatures, each stretching out two wings toward the ones next to it and covering its body with the other two wings. International Standard Version and underneath the canopy, their wings spread out straight over their heads toward each other. They each also had two wings with which they covered themselves, one wing covering its body on one side and one wing covering itself on the other side. Majority Standard Bible And under the expanse, their wings stretched out toward one another. Each one also had two wings covering its body. NET Bible Under the platform their wings were stretched out, each toward the other. Each of the beings also had two wings covering its body. New Heart English Bible Under the expanse their wings were straight, the one toward the other: each one had two which covered on this side, and every one had two which covered on that side, their bodies. Webster's Bible Translation And under the firmament were their wings straight, the one towards the other: every one had two, which covered on this side, and every one had two, which covered on that side, their bodies. World English Bible Under the expanse, their wings were straight, one toward the other. Each one had two which covered on this side, and each one had two which covered their bodies on that side. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd under the expanse their wings [are] straight, one toward [its] sister; two [wings] of each are covering them, and two [wings] of each are covering their bodies. Young's Literal Translation And under the expanse their wings are straight, one toward the other, to each are two covering on this side, and to each are two covering on that side -- their bodies. Smith's Literal Translation And under the expansion their wings straight each to the other: to each, two, covering upon them, to each two covering to them their bodies. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd under the firmament were their wings straight, the one toward the other, every one with two wings covered his body, and the other was covered in like manner. Catholic Public Domain Version And their wings were straight under the firmament, one toward the other. One of them was covered by two wings on his body, and the other was covered similarly. New American Bible Beneath the firmament their wings stretched out toward one another; each had two wings covering the body. New Revised Standard Version Under the dome their wings were stretched out straight, one toward another; and each of the creatures had two wings covering its body. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd under the firmament were their wings straight, the one toward the other; over and under; two of them covering their faces and two covering their bodies. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And under it their wings were straight, each against each from above, and from beneath, two covered them and two covered their bodies OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And under the firmament were their wings conformable the one to the other; this one of them had two which covered, and that one of them had two which covered, their bodies. Brenton Septuagint Translation And their wings were spread out under the firmament, reaching one to the other; two wings to each, covering their bodies. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Divine Glory22Spread out above the heads of the living creatures was the likeness of an awesome expanse, gleaming like crystal. 23And under the expanse, their wings stretched out toward one another. Each one also had two wings covering its body. 24When the creatures moved, I heard the sound of their wings like the roar of many waters, like the voice of the Almighty, like the tumult of an army. When they stood still, they lowered their wings.… Cross References 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!” 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. Revelation 1:13-16 and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest. / The hair of His head was white like wool, as white as snow, and His eyes were like a blazing fire. / His feet were like polished bronze refined in a furnace, and His voice was like the roar of many waters. ... 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. Revelation 19:11-14 Then I saw heaven standing open, and there before me was a white horse. And its rider is called Faithful and True. With righteousness He judges and wages war. / He has eyes like blazing fire, and many royal crowns on His head. He has a name written on Him that only He Himself knows. / He is dressed in a robe dipped in blood, and His name is The Word of God. ... Daniel 10:5-6 I lifted up my eyes, and behold, there was a certain man dressed in linen, with a belt of fine gold from Uphaz around his waist. / His body was like beryl, his face like the brilliance of lightning, his eyes like flaming torches, his arms and legs like the gleam of polished bronze, and his voice like the sound of a multitude. Revelation 15:6-8 And out of the temple came the seven angels with the seven plagues, dressed in clean and bright linen and girded with golden sashes around their chests. / Then one of the four living creatures gave the seven angels seven golden bowls full of the wrath of God, who lives forever and ever. / And the temple was filled with smoke from the glory of God and from His power; and no one could enter the temple until the seven plagues of the seven angels were completed. 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. 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. 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. Revelation 7:11 And all the angels stood around the throne and around the elders and the four living creatures. And they fell facedown before the throne and worshiped God, 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. Revelation 14:14-16 And I looked and saw a white cloud, and seated on the cloud was One like the Son of Man, with a golden crown on His head and a sharp sickle in His hand. / Then another angel came out of the temple, crying out in a loud voice to the One seated on the cloud, “Swing Your sickle and reap, because the time has come to harvest, for the crop of the earth is ripe.” / So the One seated on the cloud swung His sickle over the earth, and the earth was harvested. 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. Revelation 8:2-4 And I saw the seven angels who stand before God, and they were given seven trumpets. / Then another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, along with the prayers of all the saints, on the golden altar before the throne. / And the smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of the saints, rose up before God from the hand of the angel. Treasury of Scripture And under the firmament were their wings straight, the one toward the other: every one had two, which covered on this side, and every one had two, which covered on that side, their bodies. their wings Ezekiel 1:12,24 And they went every one straight forward: whither the spirit was to go, they went; and they turned not when they went… which Ezekiel 1:11 Thus were their faces: and their wings were stretched upward; two wings of every one were joined one to another, and two covered their bodies. Job 4:18 Behold, he put no trust in his servants; and his angels he charged with folly: Psalm 89:7 God is greatly to be feared in the assembly of the saints, and to be had in reverence of all them that are about him. Jump to Previous Arch Bodies Body Conformable Covered Covering Expanse Firmament Side Straight Stretched Towards WingsJump to Next Arch Bodies Body Conformable Covered Covering Expanse Firmament Side Straight Stretched Towards WingsEzekiel 1 1. The time of Ezekiel's prophecy at Chebar.4. His vision of four cherubim; 15. of the four wheels; 26. and of the glory of God. And under the expanse The term "expanse" in Hebrew is "raqia," which refers to a vast, stretched-out space or firmament. In the context of Ezekiel's vision, this expanse represents the separation between the divine and earthly realms. It is reminiscent of the creation account in Genesis, where God creates the firmament to divide the waters. This imagery underscores God's transcendence and the heavenly nature of the vision Ezekiel is witnessing. The expanse serves as a boundary, highlighting the holiness and otherness of God's presence. their wings stretched out one toward another Each one also had two wings covering its body Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet and priest during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is the author of the book. He receives visions from God, including the one described in this chapter. 2. Cherubim These are the angelic beings described in Ezekiel's vision. They are often associated with the presence and glory of God, serving as guardians of His holiness. 3. The Expanse This refers to the firmament or the sky-like structure above the cherubim, symbolizing the separation between the divine and the earthly realms. 4. Babylonian Exile The historical context of Ezekiel's prophecies, where the Israelites were taken captive by Babylon, serving as a backdrop for the need for divine revelation and hope. 5. Vision of God's Glory The event in which Ezekiel sees the divine chariot and the cherubim, symbolizing God's majesty and sovereignty. Teaching Points God's Holiness and MajestyThe vision of the cherubim and the expanse highlights God's transcendent holiness and majesty. Believers are reminded of the reverence due to God in worship and daily life. Divine Protection and Presence The covering wings of the cherubim symbolize God's protection and presence. Christians can find comfort in knowing that God is always present and guarding His people. Unity in Worship The wings stretched toward one another signify unity and harmony in worship. The church is called to reflect this unity as the body of Christ, working together to glorify God. Revelation and Obedience Ezekiel's vision serves as a revelation of God's character and will. Believers are encouraged to seek God's guidance through Scripture and respond in obedience.(23) Two, which covered on this side.--The excessive literalness of this translation obscures the sense, for it seems to imply that each cherub used four wings to cover his body; whereas the true meaning is that "each had two wings covering his body on either side." The other two wings of each cherub were "straight," extended when they were in motion, but let down when at rest (Ezekiel 1:25).Verse 23. - Under the firmament, etc. The description must be read as completing that of ver. 11. The two upper wings of the "living creatures" were not only stretched out, but they pointed to the azure canopy above them, not as sustaining it, but in the attitude of adoration. Nature, in all her life phenomena, adores the majesty of the Eternal. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And underוְתַ֙חַת֙ (wə·ṯa·ḥaṯ) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of the expanse, הָרָקִ֔יעַ (hā·rā·qî·a‘) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7549: An expanse, the firmament, visible arch of the sky their wings כַּנְפֵיהֶ֣ם (kan·p̄ê·hem) Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 3671: An edge, extremity, a wing, a flap, a quarter, a pinnacle stretched out יְשָׁר֔וֹת (yə·šā·rō·wṯ) Adjective - feminine plural Strong's 3477: Straight, right toward אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to one אִשָּׁ֖ה (’iš·šāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female another. אֲחוֹתָ֑הּ (’ă·ḥō·w·ṯāh) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 269: Sister -- a sister Each one לְאִ֗ישׁ (lə·’îš) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person also had two שְׁתַּ֤יִם (šə·ta·yim) Number - fd Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) wings covering מְכַסּוֹת֙ (mə·ḵas·sō·wṯ) Verb - Piel - Participle - feminine plural Strong's 3680: To plump, fill up hollows, to cover its body. גְּוִיֹּתֵיהֶֽם׃ (gə·wî·yō·ṯê·hem) Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 1472: A body, corpse Links Ezekiel 1:23 NIVEzekiel 1:23 NLT Ezekiel 1:23 ESV Ezekiel 1:23 NASB Ezekiel 1:23 KJV Ezekiel 1:23 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 1:23 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 1:23 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 1:23 French Bible Ezekiel 1:23 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 1:23 Under the expanse were their wings straight (Ezek. 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