Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Now the cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple when the man went in, and a cloud filled the inner court. New Living Translation The cherubim were standing at the south end of the Temple when the man went in, and the cloud of glory filled the inner courtyard. English Standard Version Now the cherubim were standing on the south side of the house, when the man went in, and a cloud filled the inner court. Berean Standard Bible Now when the man went in, the cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple, and a cloud filled the inner court. King James Bible Now the cherubims stood on the right side of the house, when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. New King James Version Now the cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple when the man went in, and the cloud filled the inner court. New American Standard Bible Now the cherubim were standing on the right side of the temple when the man entered, and the cloud filled the inner courtyard. NASB 1995 Now the cherubim were standing on the right side of the temple when the man entered, and the cloud filled the inner court. NASB 1977 Now the cherubim were standing on the right side of the temple when the man entered, and the cloud filled the inner court. Legacy Standard Bible Now the cherubim were standing on the right side of the house when the man entered, and the cloud filled the inner court. Amplified Bible Now the cherubim were standing on the right side of the temple when the man entered; and a cloud [the Shekinah glory of God] filled the inner courtyard. Christian Standard Bible Now the cherubim were standing to the south of the temple when the man went in, and the cloud filled the inner court. Holman Christian Standard Bible Now the cherubim were standing to the south of the temple when the man went in, and the cloud filled the inner court. American Standard Version Now the cherubim stood on the right side of the house, when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. Contemporary English Version The winged creatures were standing south of the temple when the man walked among them. A cloud filled the inner courtyard, English Revised Version Now the cherubim stood on the right side of the house, when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. GOD'S WORD® Translation The angels were standing on the south side of the temple as the person went. A cloud filled the inner courtyard. Good News Translation The creatures were standing to the south of the Temple when he went in, and a cloud filled the inner courtyard. International Standard Version Now the cherubim were standing on the south side of the entrance to the Temple, when the man entered and a cloud filled the inner court. Majority Standard Bible Now when the man went in, the cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple, and a cloud filled the inner court. NET Bible (The cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple when the man went in, and a cloud filled the inner court.) New Heart English Bible Now the cherubim stood on the right side of the house, when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. Webster's Bible Translation Now the cherubim stood on the right side of the house, when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. World English Bible Now the cherubim stood on the right side of the house when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the cherubim are standing on the right side of the house, at the going in of the man, and the cloud has filled the inner court, Young's Literal Translation And the cherubs are standing on the right side of the house, at the going in of the man, and the cloud hath filled the inner court, Smith's Literal Translation And the cherubs standing from the right to the house, in his going in, the man; and the cloud filled in the inner enclosure. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the cherubims stood on the right side of the house, when the man went in, and a cloud filled the inner court. Catholic Public Domain Version Now the cherubim were standing before the right side of the house, when the man entered. And a cloud filled the inner court. New American Bible Now the cherubim were standing to the south of the temple when the man went in and a cloud filled the inner court. New Revised Standard Version Now the cherubim were standing on the south side of the house when the man went in; and a cloud filled the inner court. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleNow the cherubim were standing on the right side of the house, when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the Cherubim were standing at the right side of the house when the mighty man was entering, and the inner court was filled with a cloud OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now the cherubim stood on the right side of the house, when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the cherubs stood on the right hand of the house, as the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context God's Glory Exits the Temple…2And 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. 3Now when the man went in, the cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple, and a cloud filled the inner court. 4Then the glory of the LORD rose from above the cherubim and stood over the threshold of the temple. The temple was filled with the cloud, and the court was filled with the brightness of the glory of the LORD.… Cross References Ezekiel 1:4-28 I looked and saw a whirlwind coming from the north, a great cloud with fire flashing back and forth and brilliant light all around it. In the center of the fire was a gleam like amber, / and within it was the form of four living creatures. And this was their appearance: They had a human form, / but each had four faces and four wings. ... Exodus 40:34-35 Then the cloud covered the Tent of Meeting, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. / Moses was unable to enter the Tent of Meeting because the cloud had settled on it, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. 1 Kings 8:10-11 And when the priests came out of the Holy Place, the cloud filled the house of the LORD / so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of the LORD. Isaiah 6:1-4 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted; and the train of His robe filled the temple. / 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. / And they were calling out to one another: “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; all the earth is full of His glory.” ... 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!” Revelation 15:5-8 After this I looked, and the temple—the tabernacle of the Testimony—was opened in heaven. / 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. ... Exodus 25:22 And I will meet with you there above the mercy seat, between the two cherubim that are over the ark of the Testimony; I will speak with you about all that I command you regarding the Israelites. 2 Chronicles 5:13-14 The trumpeters and singers joined together to praise and thank the LORD with one voice. They lifted up their voices, accompanied by trumpets, cymbals, and musical instruments, in praise to the LORD: “For He is good; His loving devotion endures forever.” And the temple, the house of the LORD, was filled with a cloud / so that the priests could not stand there to minister because of the cloud. For the glory of the LORD filled the house of God. 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 11:19 Then the temple of God in heaven was opened, and the ark of His covenant appeared in His temple. And there were flashes of lightning, rumblings, peals of thunder, an earthquake, and a great hailstorm. Numbers 9:15-16 On the day that the tabernacle, the Tent of the Testimony, was set up, the cloud covered it and appeared like fire above the tabernacle from evening until morning. / It remained that way continually; the cloud would cover the tabernacle by day, and at night it would appear like fire. Psalm 18:10 He mounted a cherub and flew; He soared on the wings of the wind. Revelation 1:10-16 On the Lord’s day I was in the Spirit, and I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet, / saying, “Write on a scroll what you see and send it to the seven churches: to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea.” / Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned, I saw seven golden lampstands, ... Daniel 7:9-10 As I continued to watch, thrones were set in place, and the Ancient of Days took His seat. His clothing was white as snow, and the hair of His head was like pure wool. His throne was flaming with fire, and its wheels were all ablaze. / A river of fire was flowing, coming out from His presence. Thousands upon thousands attended Him, and myriads upon myriads stood before Him. The court was convened, and the books were opened. Hebrews 9:5 Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now. Treasury of Scripture Now the cherubim stood on the right side of the house, when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. and the Ezekiel 10:3 Now the cherubims stood on the right side of the house, when the man went in; and the cloud filled the inner court. Ezekiel 9:3 And the glory of the God of Israel was gone up from the cherub, whereupon he was, to the threshold of the house. And he called to the man clothed with linen, which had the writer's inkhorn by his side; Ezekiel 43:4 And the glory of the LORD came into the house by the way of the gate whose prospect is toward the east. Jump to Previous Cherubim Cherubims Cherubs Cloud Court Entered Filled House Inner Ones Right Side South Square Standing Stationed Stood Temple WingedJump to Next Cherubim Cherubims Cherubs Cloud Court Entered Filled House Inner Ones Right Side South Square Standing Stationed Stood Temple WingedEzekiel 10 1. The vision of the coals of fire, to be scattered over the city8. The vision of the cherubim Now when the man went in This phrase refers to the man clothed in linen, previously mentioned in Ezekiel 9:2-3, who is often interpreted as an angelic figure or a representation of divine presence. His entrance signifies the beginning of a significant divine action or revelation. The context of Ezekiel's vision is a series of divine judgments and the departure of God's glory from the temple, emphasizing the seriousness of Israel's sin and the impending consequences. the cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple and a cloud filled the inner court Persons / Places / Events 1. CherubimThese are angelic beings often associated with the presence and glory of God. In Ezekiel's vision, they are depicted as part of the divine chariot-throne of God, symbolizing His majesty and holiness. 2. The Temple The central place of worship for the Israelites, representing God's dwelling place among His people. In this vision, the temple is the setting for the manifestation of God's glory and judgment. 3. The Man This refers to the figure described earlier in Ezekiel, often interpreted as an angelic being or a representation of divine authority, who is involved in the execution of God's judgment. 4. The Cloud A symbol of God's presence and glory, often associated with divine revelation and judgment. The cloud filling the inner court signifies God's imminent action and presence. 5. The Inner Court The area within the temple complex where the priests performed their duties, representing a place of holiness and divine encounter. Teaching Points God's Holiness and PresenceThe filling of the temple with a cloud signifies God's holy presence. Believers are reminded of the reverence due to God and the awe of His holiness. Divine Judgment The presence of the cherubim and the cloud indicates impending judgment. Christians are called to live in awareness of God's righteous judgment and to seek His mercy. Symbolism of the Temple The temple as God's dwelling place points to the New Testament understanding of believers as the temple of the Holy Spirit. This calls for a life of holiness and dedication to God. Role of Angelic Beings The cherubim's presence highlights the role of angelic beings in God's plans. Believers can take comfort in knowing that God commands His angels concerning His people. God's Sovereignty The vision underscores God's control over all events. Trust in God's sovereignty is essential, especially in times of uncertainty and trial. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Now when the manהָאִ֑ישׁ (hā·’îš) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person went in, בְּבֹא֣וֹ (bə·ḇō·’ōw) Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go the cherubim וְהַכְּרֻבִ֗ים (wə·hak·kə·ru·ḇîm) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings were standing עֹֽמְדִ֛ים (‘ō·mə·ḏîm) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations on the south side מִימִ֥ין (mî·mîn) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3225: The right hand, side, the south of the temple, לַבַּ֖יִת (lab·ba·yiṯ) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1004: A house and a cloud וְהֶעָנָ֣ן (wə·he·‘ā·nān) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6051: A cloud, the nimbus, thunder-cloud filled מָלֵ֔א (mā·lê) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 4390: To fill, be full of the inner הַפְּנִימִֽית׃ (hap·pə·nî·mîṯ) Article | Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 6442: Interior court. הֶחָצֵ֖ר (he·ḥā·ṣêr) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 2691: A yard, a hamlet Links Ezekiel 10:3 NIVEzekiel 10:3 NLT Ezekiel 10:3 ESV Ezekiel 10:3 NASB Ezekiel 10:3 KJV Ezekiel 10:3 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 10:3 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 10:3 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 10:3 French Bible Ezekiel 10:3 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 10:3 Now the cherubim stood on the right (Ezek. 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