Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version were carved cherubim and palm trees. Palm trees alternated with cherubim. Each cherub had two faces: New Living Translation All the walls were decorated with carvings of cherubim, each with two faces, and there was a carving of a palm tree between each of the cherubim. English Standard Version It was carved of cherubim and palm trees, a palm tree between cherub and cherub. Every cherub had two faces: Berean Standard Bible were alternating carved cherubim and palm trees. Each cherub had two faces: King James Bible And it was made with cherubims and palm trees, so that a palm tree was between a cherub and a cherub; and every cherub had two faces; New King James Version And it was made with cherubim and palm trees, a palm tree between cherub and cherub. Each cherub had two faces, New American Standard Bible It was carved with cherubim and palm trees; and a palm tree was between cherub and cherub, and every cherub had two faces: NASB 1995 It was carved with cherubim and palm trees; and a palm tree was between cherub and cherub, and every cherub had two faces, NASB 1977 And it was carved with cherubim and palm trees; and a palm tree was between cherub and cherub, and every cherub had two faces, Legacy Standard Bible It was carved with cherubim and palm trees; and a palm tree was between cherub and cherub, and every cherub had two faces, Amplified Bible It was carved with [figures of] cherubim and palm trees; so that a palm decoration was between cherub and cherub, and every cherub had two faces, Christian Standard Bible carved with cherubim and palm trees. There was a palm tree between each pair of cherubim. Each cherub had two faces: Holman Christian Standard Bible carved with cherubim and palm trees. There was a palm tree between each pair of cherubim. Each cherub had two faces: American Standard Version And it was made with cherubim and palm-trees; and a palm-tree was between cherub and cherub, and every cherub had two faces; English Revised Version And it was made with cherubim and palm trees; and a palm tree was between cherub and cherub, and every cherub had two faces; GOD'S WORD® Translation there were pictures of angels and palm trees. Palm trees were positioned between each of the angels, and each angel had two faces: Good News Translation of palm trees and winged creatures. Palm trees alternated with creatures, one following the other, all the way around the room. Each creature had two faces: International Standard Version There were carved cherubim and palm trees, alternating with a palm tree between a cherub, and each cherub had two faces, Majority Standard Bible were alternating carved cherubim and palm trees. Each cherub had two faces: NET Bible It was made with cherubim and decorative palm trees, with a palm tree between each cherub. Each cherub had two faces: New Heart English Bible It was made with cherubim and palm trees; and a palm tree was between cherub and cherub, and every cherub had two faces; Webster's Bible Translation And it was made with cherubim and palm-trees, so that a palm-tree was between a cherub and a cherub; and every cherub had two faces; World English Bible It was made with cherubim and palm trees. A palm tree was between cherub and cherub, and every cherub had two faces, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd it is made [with] cherubim and palm-trees, and a palm-tree [is] between cherub and cherub, and two faces [are] on the cherub; Young's Literal Translation And it is made with cherubs and palm-trees, and a palm-tree is between cherub and cherub, and two faces are to the cherub; Smith's Literal Translation And cherubs being made, and palm trees, and a palm tree between a cherub to a cherub: and two faces to the cherub; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd there were cherubims and palm trees wrought, so that a palm tree was between a cherub and a cherub, and every cherub had two faces. Catholic Public Domain Version And there were cherubim and palm trees wrought, and each palm tree was between one cherub and another, and every cherub had two faces. New American Bible were figures of cherubim and palm trees: a palm tree between each pair of cherubim. Each cherub had two faces: New Revised Standard Version It was formed of cherubim and palm trees, a palm tree between cherub and cherub. Each cherub had two faces: Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd it was made with cherubim and palm trees, so that a palm tree was between a cherub and a cherub; and every cherub had two faces; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he made Cherubim and palm trees, and a palm tree between a Cherub and a Cherub, and two faces to each Cherub OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And it was made with cherubim and palm-trees; and a palm-tree was between cherub and cherub, and every cherub had two faces; Brenton Septuagint Translation were carved cherubs and palm-trees between the cherubs, and each cherub had two faces. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Interior Structures…17In the space above the outside of the entrance to the inner sanctuary on all the walls, spaced evenly around the inner and outer sanctuary, 18were alternating carved cherubim and palm trees. Each cherub had two faces: 19the 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.… Cross References Revelation 4:7 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. Revelation 5:5-6 Then one of the elders said to me, “Do not weep! Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has triumphed to open the scroll and its seven seals.” / 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. 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, Revelation 19:4 And the twenty-four elders and the four living creatures fell down and worshiped God who sits on the throne, saying: “Amen, Hallelujah!” Revelation 21:12 The city had a great and high wall with twelve gates inscribed with the names of the twelve tribes of Israel, and twelve angels at the gates. Revelation 22:2 down the middle of the main street of the city. On either side of the river stood a tree of life, bearing twelve kinds of fruit and yielding a fresh crop for each month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations. Hebrews 9:5 Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now. 1 Kings 6:29 Then he carved the walls all around the temple, in both the inner and outer sanctuaries, with carved engravings of cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers. 1 Kings 6:32 The double doors were made of olive wood, and he carved into them cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers and overlaid the cherubim and palm trees with hammered gold. 1 Kings 6:35 He carved into them cherubim, palm trees, and open flowers, and he overlaid them with gold hammered evenly over the carvings. 2 Chronicles 3:7 He overlaid its beams, thresholds, walls, and doors with gold, and he carved cherubim on the walls. 2 Chronicles 3:14 He made the veil of blue, purple, and crimson yarn and fine linen, with cherubim woven into it. 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. 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. 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 it was made with cherubim and palm trees, so that a palm tree was between a cherub and a cherub; and every cherub had two faces; with cherubims 1 Kings 6:29-32 And he carved all the walls of the house round about with carved figures of cherubims and palm trees and open flowers, within and without… 1 Kings 7:36 For on the plates of the ledges thereof, and on the borders thereof, he graved cherubims, lions, and palm trees, according to the proportion of every one, and additions round about. 2 Chronicles 3:7 He overlaid also the house, the beams, the posts, and the walls thereof, and the doors thereof, with gold; and graved cherubims on the walls. palm trees Ezekiel 40:16,22 And there were narrow windows to the little chambers, and to their posts within the gate round about, and likewise to the arches: and windows were round about inward: and upon each post were palm trees… Revelation 7:9 After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands; and every Ezekiel 1:10 As for the likeness of their faces, they four had the face of a man, and the face of a lion, on the right side: and they four had the face of an ox on the left side; they four also had the face of an eagle. Ezekiel 10:14,21 And every one had four faces: the first face was the face of a cherub, and the second face was the face of a man, and the third the face of a lion, and the fourth the face of an eagle… Revelation 4:7-9 And the first beast was like a lion, and the second beast like a calf, and the third beast had a face as a man, and the fourth beast was like a flying eagle… Jump to Previous Beings Carved Cherub Cherubim Cherubims Cherubs Faces Forms Ones Palm Palm-Tree Palm-Trees Pictured Tree Trees WingedJump to Next Beings Carved Cherub Cherubim Cherubims Cherubs Faces Forms Ones Palm Palm-Tree Palm-Trees Pictured Tree Trees WingedEzekiel 41 1. The measures, parts, chambers, and ornaments of the templewere alternating carved cherubim and palm trees. The imagery of cherubim and palm trees in the temple's design is rich with symbolism. Cherubim are often associated with the presence and holiness of God, as seen in Genesis 3:24, where they guard the way to the Tree of Life, and in Exodus 25:18-22, where they are part of the mercy seat on the Ark of the Covenant. Their presence in the temple signifies divine protection and the sacredness of the space. Palm trees, on the other hand, are symbols of victory and righteousness (Psalm 92:12). The alternating pattern suggests a harmonious blend of divine guardianship and the flourishing life that comes from God's presence. This design reflects the heavenly reality and the ideal order of creation, pointing to the ultimate restoration and peace in God's kingdom. Each cherub had two faces: 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 detailed vision of the new temple in chapters 40-48. 2. Cherubim Angelic beings often associated with the presence and glory of God. In the temple vision, they symbolize divine protection and holiness. 3. Palm Trees Symbolic of victory, peace, and eternal life. In the temple vision, they represent the flourishing and life-giving presence of God. 4. The Temple The vision of the temple in Ezekiel 40-48 represents God's future dwelling place with His people, symbolizing restoration and divine order. 5. Babylonian Exile The historical context of Ezekiel's prophecies, where the Israelites were in captivity, longing for restoration and return to their homeland. Teaching Points Symbolism of HolinessThe cherubim and palm trees in the temple vision remind us of the holiness and beauty of God's presence. As believers, we are called to reflect God's holiness in our lives. God's Promise of Restoration The vision of the temple signifies God's promise to restore His people. In times of personal exile or hardship, we can trust in God's plan for restoration and hope. Victory and Peace in Christ The palm trees symbolize victory and peace, pointing to the ultimate victory and peace we have through Jesus Christ. We are encouraged to live in this victory daily. Divine Order and Worship The detailed design of the temple reflects God's order and the importance of worship. Our lives should be structured around worship and reverence for God. Presence of God The alternating cherubim and palm trees signify the constant presence of God. As believers, we are temples of the Holy Spirit, carrying His presence wherever we go.(18) With cherubims and palm trees.--Ezekiel 41:18-21 describe the interior ornamentation of the Temple, which was like that of the Temple of Solomon (1Kings 6:29-30). It may be assumed that here, as there, these figures were carved upon the woodwork. The "s" at the end of "cherubims" is quite unnecessary, "cherubim" itself being plural. Every cherub had two faces.--In Ezekiel 1, 10 the cherubim are represented each with four faces, but being merely symbolic, not actual creatures, they may be modified at pleasure, and here, in accordance with the exigencies of the carving, they have but two faces. Verses 18-20. - As in Solomon's temple (1 Kings 6:29), the wainscoting was adorned with artistic carving of cherubim and palm trees, a palm tree and a cherub standing alternately. Each cherub had two of its four faces exhibited (since four could not be conveniently represented on a plain surface) - a man's face (symbolizing the rational creation) directed towards the palm tree on one side, and a young lion's face (symbolizing the irrational creation) turned towards the palm tree on the other side. This particular style of ornamentation was employed from the ground unto above the door, which Plumptre interprets as an indication of the height of the palm trees and cherubic figures, but which probably meant the same thing as the preceding clause, "through- all the house round about." Cherubic figures formed part of the adornment of the tabernacle curtains (Exodus 26:1; Exodus 36:8). (On the nature of the cherubim and their symbolic significance, see Ezekiel 1:5-10.)Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew were alternatingוְתִֽמֹרָה֙ (wə·ṯi·mō·rāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8561: A palm-like pilaster carved וְעָשׂ֥וּי (wə·‘ā·śui) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make cherubim כְּרוּבִ֖ים (kə·rū·ḇîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings and palm trees. וְתִֽמֹרִ֑ים (wə·ṯi·mō·rîm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 8561: A palm-like pilaster Each cherub לִכְר֔וּב (liḵ·rūḇ) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings had two וּשְׁנַ֥יִם (ū·šə·na·yim) Conjunctive waw | Number - md Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) faces: פָּנִ֖ים (pā·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 6440: The face Links Ezekiel 41:18 NIVEzekiel 41:18 NLT Ezekiel 41:18 ESV Ezekiel 41:18 NASB Ezekiel 41:18 KJV Ezekiel 41:18 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 41:18 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 41:18 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 41:18 French Bible Ezekiel 41:18 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 41:18 It was made with cherubim and palm (Ezek. 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