What is the meaning of Ezekiel 10:5? The sound of the wings of the cherubim “The sound of the wings of the cherubim” invites us to picture real, mighty beings serving at God’s throne (see Exodus 25:20; Revelation 4:8). Their wings are not symbolic only; Ezekiel actually hears them, underscoring that heaven’s court is alive and active even when Judah’s earthly temple is failing. • In Isaiah 6:2 the seraphim cover their faces and feet with wings; here the cherubim’s wings ring out, stressing holiness and power. • Psalm 18:10 describes the LORD “soaring on the wings of the wind,” showing that heavenly movement often accompanies divine intervention. could be heard as far as the outer court The volume carries “as far as the outer court,” a literal measure of distance in Solomon’s temple (compare 2 Chronicles 4:9). This means everyone in the precincts would be forced to acknowledge God’s glory, whether repentant or rebellious. • In Exodus 19:16 the entire camp trembles at God’s thunder from Sinai; likewise, the outer court audience cannot ignore Him. • 1 Kings 8:10-11 reports priests unable to minister because of the cloud’s glory—demonstrating how God’s presence disrupts routine religion when He chooses. like the voice of God Almighty when He speaks Ezekiel hears a roar “like the voice of God Almighty.” Scripture often equates God’s voice with thunder, overwhelming and unmistakable (Psalm 29:3-4; John 12:28-29). • Job 37:5 says, “God thunders wondrously with His voice.” The comparison teaches that angelic activity closely reflects God’s own authority. • Acts 9:3-7 shows Saul hearing Christ’s voice while others catch only sound; God determines who understands and who merely hears. summary Ezekiel 10:5 presents a literal scene where the cherubim’s wings thunder through the temple, reaching the outer court and echoing the very voice of God. The passage reminds us that heavenly beings serve the Almighty with power that all creation must heed. When God moves, His presence fills every space, compelling every listener—inside or outside—to confront His holiness and sovereignty. |
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