Measuring Reed
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The term "measuring reed" appears in several passages of the Bible, serving as a tool for measurement in visions and prophetic imagery. It is a rod or staff used to measure dimensions, often in the context of divine instructions or visions concerning sacred spaces.

Biblical References:

1. Ezekiel's Vision of the Temple: In the book of Ezekiel, the prophet is given a vision of a new temple. A man with the appearance of bronze holds a measuring reed to measure the temple's dimensions. Ezekiel 40:3-5 states, "He brought me there, and I saw a man whose appearance was like bronze, with a linen cord and a measuring rod in his hand. And he was standing in the gateway. He said to me, 'Son of man, look with your eyes, hear with your ears, and pay attention to everything I am going to show you, for that is why you have been brought here. Report everything you see to the house of Israel.' And behold, there was a wall surrounding the temple area. The measuring rod in the man’s hand was six long cubits, each of which was a cubit and a handbreadth. So he measured the thickness of the wall, one rod, and the height, one rod."

2. Zechariah's Vision: In Zechariah 2:1-2 , the prophet sees a man with a measuring line, which is similar in purpose to a measuring reed. "Then I lifted up my eyes and saw a man with a measuring line in his hand. 'Where are you going?' I asked. 'To measure Jerusalem,' he replied, 'and to determine its width and length.'"

3. The Book of Revelation: The measuring reed is also mentioned in the apocalyptic visions of John in the book of Revelation. Revelation 11:1 says, "Then I was given a measuring rod like a staff and was told, 'Go and measure the temple of God and the altar, and count the number of worshipers there.'"

Symbolic Significance:

The measuring reed symbolizes God's authority and precision in establishing His plans and purposes. It represents divine order, judgment, and the setting apart of holy spaces. The act of measuring indicates God's sovereignty in defining boundaries and His meticulous care in the construction of His dwelling places, whether earthly or heavenly.

Historical and Cultural Context:

In ancient times, a reed was a common tool for measurement, akin to a modern-day ruler or tape measure. Reeds were straight and sturdy, making them suitable for this purpose. The use of a measuring reed in biblical visions underscores the importance of accuracy and divine intention in the construction and restoration of sacred spaces.

Theological Implications:

The measuring reed serves as a reminder of God's meticulous nature and His desire for order and holiness. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to divine standards and the careful planning involved in the fulfillment of God's promises. The imagery of measuring also points to the future restoration and perfection of God's kingdom, as seen in the prophetic visions of Ezekiel and John.

In summary, the measuring reed is a powerful symbol in biblical literature, representing God's precise and sovereign control over His creation and His plans for redemption and restoration.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
Measuring Reed

MEASURING REED

(qeneh hamiddah; kalamos): Used in Ezekiel 40:5;; 42:16:00; 45:01:00; Revelation 11:1; Revelation 21:15, 16. The length of the reed is given as 6 cubits, each cubit being a cubit and a palm, i.e. the large cubit of 7 palms, or about 10 ft. See CUBIT. Originally it was an actual reed used for measurements of considerable length, but came at last to be used for a measure of definite length, as indicated by the reference in Ezekiel (compare "pole" in English measures).

Greek
2563. kalamos -- a reed
... Transliteration: kalamos Phonetic Spelling: (kal'-am-os) Short Definition: a reed,
reed-pen Definition: a reed; a reed-pen, reed-staff, measuring rod. ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2563.htm - 6k
Strong's Hebrew
7070. qaneh -- a stalk, reed
... From qanah; a reed (as erect); by resemblance a rod (especially for measuring),
shaft, tube, stem, the radius (of the arm), beam (of a steelyard) -- balance ...
/hebrew/7070.htm - 6k
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The New Jerusalem.
... And he, who talked with me, had a golden measuring-reed to measure the city,
and its gates, and its wall. And the city lieth square ...
/.../bliss/a brief commentary on the apocalypse/the new jerusalem.htm

Valentine Weigel and Nature Mysticism
... Scripture, according to one's own interpretation, or according to books, or according
to University men; but in the true Church the measuring-reed is the ...
/.../chapter viii valentine weigel and.htm

The Seven Trumpets.
... The reoerganization of the church at this epoch, is next symbolized. The Measuring
Reed, Temple, &c. "And there was given me a measuring ...
/.../bliss/a brief commentary on the apocalypse/the seven trumpets.htm

The Meaning
... what then will this court denote, measured by the Divine reed, but the ... did not
acknowledge for his building, and therefore John is prohibited from measuring. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/mede/a key to the apocalypse/the meaning.htm

The Holy City; Or, the New Jerusalem:
... WALLS, GATES, ANGELS, AND THE MANNER OF THEIR STANDING, ARE EXPOUNDED: ALSO HER
LENGTH AND BREADTH, TOGETHER WITH THE GOLDEN MEASURING-REED EXPLAINED: AND THE ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/the holy city or the.htm

The Second vision "On Earth"
... This reed was a light measuring rod. The Heb. (... shevet), staff, also
means a measuring-rod (Psalm 74:2. Jeremiah 10:16; li.19). ...
/.../bullinger/commentary on revelation/the second vision on earth.htm

The People of the New Earth
... And he that talked with me had a measuring-rod of gold to measure the city ... is as
great as its breadth: and he measured the city with the reed, 12,000 stadia (Eng ...
/.../bullinger/commentary on revelation/the people of the new.htm

The Beginning, Increase, and End of the Divine Life
... as the pealing organ may, then will I be but as a bruised reed, which may ... acceptance
of his blood, by the prevalence of his plea; and so measuring, thy faith ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 6 1860/the beginning increase and end.htm

The Death of the Blessed virgin Mary at Ephesus
... At first she went by herself, measuring the number of steps, so often counted by
her ... He was not in any town, but in a reed-hut, where he was praying, when the ...
/.../emmerich/the life of the blessed virgin mary/xviii the death of the.htm

The Complaint: Or, Night Thoughts.
... The skies, which watch him in his new abode, 210. Measuring his motions by
revolving spheres; ... A broken reed, at best; but, oft, a spear; ...
/.../young/youngs night thoughts/the complaint or night thoughts.htm

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