Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “On the south side, which measures 4,500 cubits, will be three gates: the gate of Simeon, the gate of Issachar and the gate of Zebulun. New Living Translation The south wall, also 1 1 / 2 miles long, will have gates named for Simeon, Issachar, and Zebulun. English Standard Version On the south side, which is to be 4,500 cubits by measure, three gates, the gate of Simeon, the gate of Issachar, and the gate of Zebulun. Berean Standard Bible On the south side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, there will be three gates: the gate of Simeon, the gate of Issachar, and the gate of Zebulun. King James Bible And at the south side four thousand and five hundred measures: and three gates; one gate of Simeon, one gate of Issachar, one gate of Zebulun. New King James Version on the south side, measuring four thousand five hundred cubits, three gates: one gate for Simeon, one gate for Issachar, and one gate for Zebulun; New American Standard Bible On the south side, 4,500 cubits by measurement, shall be three gates: the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; and the gate of Zebulun, one. NASB 1995 “On the south side, 4,500 cubits by measurement, shall be three gates: the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; the gate of Zebulun, one. NASB 1977 “And on the south side, 4,500 cubits by measurement, shall be three gates: the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; the gate of Zebulun, one. Legacy Standard Bible And on the south side, 4,500 cubits by measurement, shall be three gates: the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; the gate of Zebulun, one. Amplified Bible On the south side, 4,500 cubits, by measurement, also three gates: one gate of Simeon, one gate of Issachar, one gate of Zebulun. Christian Standard Bible On the south side, which measures 1 1 /2 miles, there will be three gates: one, the gate of Simeon; one, the gate of Issachar; and one, the gate of Zebulun. Holman Christian Standard Bible On the south side, which measures 1 1/2 miles, there will be three gates: one, the gate of Simeon; one, the gate of Issachar; and one, the gate of Zebulun. American Standard Version And at the south side four thousand and five hundred reeds by measure, and three gates: the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; the gate of Zebulun, one. English Revised Version And at the south side four thousand and five hundred reeds by measure; and three gates: the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; the gate of Zebulun, one. GOD'S WORD® Translation The south side will be 7,875 feet long. The three gates on the south side will be Simeon Gate, Issachar Gate, and Zebulun Gate. International Standard Version On the south side, 4,500 units by measurement, there are to be three gates: one named the Simeon Gate, one named the Issachar Gate, and one named the Zebulun Gate. Majority Standard Bible On the south side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, there will be three gates: the gate of Simeon, the gate of Issachar, and the gate of Zebulun. NET Bible On the south side, one and one-half miles by measure, there will be three gates: one gate for Simeon, one gate for Issachar, and one gate for Zebulun. New Heart English Bible At the south side four thousand and five hundred reeds by measure, and three gates: the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; the gate of Zebulun, one. Webster's Bible Translation And at the south side four thousand and five hundred measures: and three gates; one gate of Simeon, one gate of Issachar, one gate of Zebulun. World English Bible “At the south side four thousand five hundred reeds by measure, and three gates: the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; the gate of Zebulun, one. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the south side, four thousand and five hundred, and three gates—one gate of Simeon, one gate of Issachar, one gate of Zebulun. Young's Literal Translation And the south side five hundred, and four thousand measures, and three gates: the gate of Simeon one, the gate of Issachar one, the gate of Zebulun one. Smith's Literal Translation And the side south, five hundred and four thousand the measure: and three gates; the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; the gate of Zebulon, one. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd at the south side, thou shalt measure four thousand and five hundred: and three gates, the gate of Simeon one, the gate of Issachar one, the gate of Zabulon one. Catholic Public Domain Version And to the southern region, you shall measure four thousand and five hundred. And there shall be three gates: the gate of Simeon one, the gate of Issachar one, the gate of Zebulun one. New American Bible On the south side, measuring forty-five hundred cubits, three gates: the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; and the gate of Zebulun, one. New Revised Standard Version On the south side, which is to be four thousand five hundred cubits by measure, three gates, the gate of Simeon, the gate of Issachar, and the gate of Zebulun. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd at the south side four thousand and five hundred measures; and three gates: one gate for Simeon, one gate for Issachar, one gate for Zebulun. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And on the south, the measure is four thousand and five hundred, and three gates: one of Shemon and one of Issakar and one of Zebulon OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and at the south side four thousand and five hundred reeds by measure; and three gates: the gate of Simeon, one; the gate of Issachar, one; the gate of Zebulun, one; Brenton Septuagint Translation And southward, four thousand and five hundred by measure: and three gates; the gave of Symeon, one, and the gate of Issachar, one, and the gate of Zabulon, one. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The City Gates and Dimensions…32On the east side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, there will be three gates: the gate of Joseph, the gate of Benjamin, and the gate of Dan. 33On the south side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, there will be three gates: the gate of Simeon, the gate of Issachar, and the gate of Zebulun. 34And on the west side, which will be 4,500 cubits long, there will be three gates: the gate of Gad, the gate of Asher, and the gate of Naphtali.… Cross References Revelation 21:12-13 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. / There were three gates on the east, three on the north, three on the south, and three on the west. Numbers 2:18-24 On the west side, the divisions of Ephraim are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Ephraimites is Elishama son of Ammihud, / and his division numbers 40,500. / The tribe of Manasseh will be next to it. The leader of the Manassites is Gamaliel son of Pedahzur, ... Joshua 19:40-48 The seventh lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Dan: / The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, / Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah, ... Revelation 7:6 from the tribe of Asher 12,000, from the tribe of Naphtali 12,000, from the tribe of Manasseh 12,000, Genesis 49:16-17 Dan shall provide justice for his people as one of the tribes of Israel. / He will be a snake by the road, a viper in the path that bites the horse’s heels so that its rider tumbles backward. Judges 18:1-31 In those days there was no king in Israel, and the tribe of the Danites was looking for territory to occupy. For up to that time they had not come into an inheritance among the tribes of Israel. / So the Danites sent out five men from their clans, men of valor from Zorah and Eshtaol, to spy out the land and explore it. “Go and explore the land,” they told them. The men entered the hill country of Ephraim and came to the house of Micah, where they spent the night. / And while they were near Micah’s house, they recognized the voice of the young Levite; so they went over and asked him, “Who brought you here? What are you doing in this place? Why are you here?” ... 1 Chronicles 12:35 From Dan: 28,600 prepared for battle. Deuteronomy 33:22 Concerning Dan he said: “Dan is a lion’s cub, leaping out of Bashan.” Revelation 21:14 The wall of the city had twelve foundations bearing the names of the twelve apostles of the Lamb. Genesis 30:6 Then Rachel said, “God has vindicated me; He has heard my plea and given me a son.” So she named him Dan. Judges 5:17 Gilead remained beyond the Jordan. Dan, why did you linger by the ships? Asher stayed at the coast and remained in his harbors. 1 Kings 12:29-30 One calf he set up in Bethel, and the other in Dan. / And this thing became a sin; the people walked as far as Dan to worship before one of the calves. Revelation 21:19-20 The foundations of the city walls were adorned with every kind of precious stone: The first foundation was jasper, the second sapphire, the third chalcedony, the fourth emerald, / the fifth sardonyx, the sixth carnelian, the seventh chrysolite, the eighth beryl, the ninth topaz, the tenth chrysoprase, the eleventh jacinth, and the twelfth amethyst. Genesis 46:23 The son of Dan: Hushim. 1 Chronicles 27:22 and over Dan was Azarel son of Jeroham. These were the leaders of the tribes of Israel. Treasury of Scripture And at the south side four thousand and five hundred measures: and three gates; one gate of Simeon, one gate of Issachar, one gate of Zebulun. no references for this verse Jump to Previous Cubits Five Four Gate Gates Hundred Issachar Is'sachar Measure Measurement Measures Reeds Side Simeon South Thousand Three Zebulun Zeb'ulunJump to Next Cubits Five Four Gate Gates Hundred Issachar Is'sachar Measure Measurement Measures Reeds Side Simeon South Thousand Three Zebulun Zeb'ulunEzekiel 48 1. The portions of the twelve tribes;8. of the sanctuary; 15. of the city and suburbs; 21. and of the prince. 23. The portions of the twelve tribes. 30. The dimensions and gates of the city. On the south side, which will be 4,500 cubits long This phrase describes the dimensions of the southern boundary of the New Jerusalem as envisioned by Ezekiel. The measurement of 4,500 cubits (approximately 1.5 miles or 2.4 kilometers) reflects the precise and orderly nature of God's design for the city. This mirrors the detailed instructions given for the construction of the Tabernacle and Solomon's Temple, emphasizing God's desire for order and holiness. The south side's inclusion in the vision signifies completeness, as all directions are accounted for, symbolizing the all-encompassing nature of God's kingdom. there will be three gates: the gate of Simeon, the gate of Issachar, and the gate of Zebulun. Persons / Places / Events 1. SimeonOne of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Simeon, the second son of Jacob and Leah. Historically, the tribe of Simeon was absorbed into the territory of Judah. 2. Issachar Another of the twelve tribes, descended from Issachar, the fifth son of Jacob and Leah. Known for their wisdom and understanding of the times. 3. Zebulun A tribe descended from Zebulun, the sixth son of Jacob and Leah. Their territory was located in the northern part of Israel, near the Sea of Galilee. 4. South Side Refers to the southern boundary of the new city described in Ezekiel's vision, which is part of the larger vision of the restored land and temple. 5. 4,500 Cubits A measurement indicating the length of the boundary. A cubit is an ancient unit of length, roughly equivalent to 18 inches or 45 centimeters. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness to His PromisesThe allocation of land to the tribes, including those like Simeon who had been absorbed into Judah, demonstrates God's faithfulness to His covenant promises. Unity and Diversity in God's People The inclusion of all tribes, each with its own gate, symbolizes the unity and diversity within the body of Christ. Each tribe has a unique role and identity, yet all are part of God's plan. Hope for Restoration Ezekiel's vision offers hope for restoration and renewal, reminding believers that God has a future plan for His people, even when circumstances seem bleak. Significance of Names and Heritage The naming of the gates after the tribes highlights the importance of heritage and identity in God's kingdom. Believers are encouraged to remember their spiritual heritage and identity in Christ. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew On the southנֶ֗גְבָּה (neḡ·bāh) Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 5045: South country, the Negeb, south side, וּפְאַת־ (ū·p̄ə·’aṯ-) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 6285: Mouth, direction, region, extremity which will be מִדָּ֔ה (mid·dāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4060: Extension, height, breadth, a measure, a portion, a vestment, tribute 4,500 [cubits long], חֲמֵ֨שׁ (ḥă·mêš) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 2568: Five there will be three שְׁלֹשָׁ֑ה (šə·lō·šāh) Number - masculine singular Strong's 7969: Three, third, thrice gates: וּשְׁעָרִ֖ים (ū·šə·‘ā·rîm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 8179: An opening, door, gate the gate שַׁ֣עַר (ša·‘ar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8179: An opening, door, gate of Simeon, שִׁמְע֞וֹן (šim·‘ō·wn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8095: Simeon -- a son of Jacob, also his tribe, also an Israelite with a foreign wife the gate שַׁ֤עַר (ša·‘ar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8179: An opening, door, gate of Issachar, יִשָּׂשכָר֙ (yiś·śā·š·ḵār) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3485: Issachar -- perhaps 'there is recompense', a son of Jacob and Leah, also a son of Obed-edom and אֶחָֽד׃ (’e·ḥāḏ) Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first the gate שַׁ֥עַר (ša·‘ar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8179: An opening, door, gate of Zebulun. זְבוּלֻ֖ן (zə·ḇū·lun) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 2074: Zebulun -- a son of Jacob, also his descendants and their territory Links Ezekiel 48:33 NIVEzekiel 48:33 NLT Ezekiel 48:33 ESV Ezekiel 48:33 NASB Ezekiel 48:33 KJV Ezekiel 48:33 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 48:33 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 48:33 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 48:33 French Bible Ezekiel 48:33 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 48:33 At the south side four thousand (Ezek. 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