Ezekiel 1:26 net — Above the platform over their heads was something like a sapphire shaped like a throne. High above on the throne was a…

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"Above the platform over their heads was something like a sapphire shaped like a throne. High above on the throne was a form that appeared to be a man."

— Ezekiel 1:26, NET Bible

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Ezekiel 1 — Context

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Under the platform their wings were stretched out, each toward the other. Each of the beings also had two wings covering its body.

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When they moved, I heard the sound of their wings– it was like the sound of rushing waters, or the voice of the Sovereign One, or the tumult of an army. When they stood still, they lowered their wings.

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Then there was a voice from above the platform over their heads when they stood still.

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Above the platform over their heads was something like a sapphire shaped like a throne. High above on the throne was a form that appeared to be a man.

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I saw an amber glow like a fire enclosed all around from his waist up. From his waist down I saw something that looked like fire. There was a brilliant light around it,

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like the appearance of a rainbow in the clouds after the rain. This was the appearance of the surrounding brilliant light; it looked like the glory of the LORD. When I saw it, I threw myself face down, and I heard a voice speaking.

Ezekiel 1:26 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 1:26 say?
Ezekiel 1:26 in the NET Bible reads: “Above the platform over their heads was something like a sapphire shaped like a throne. High above on the throne was a form that appeared to be a man.”
Where is Ezekiel 1:26 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 1:26 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 1, verse 26.
Who wrote Ezekiel?
Ezekiel is traditionally attributed to Ezekiel the priest. It was written c. 593–571 BC.
What is the book of Ezekiel about?
Ezekiel ministers among the exiles in Babylon with vivid visions, sign-acts, and oracles. He sees God's glory depart from a defiled temple, then promises dry bones brought to life, a new heart, and a restored temple — pictures of resurrection and the new covenant fulfilled in Christ.
What are the major themes of Ezekiel?
Ezekiel explores themes including Glory of God, Judgment, New Heart, Resurrection, New Temple. These themes shape the meaning and context of Ezekiel 1:26.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 1:26 in?
Ezekiel 1:26 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Ezekiel 1:26?
Ezekiel 1:26 reads (NET): “Above the platform over their heads was something like a sapphire shaped like a throne. High above on the throne was a form that appeared to be a man.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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