Ezekiel 10:3 net — (The cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple when the man went in, and a cloud filled the inner court.)

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"(The cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple when the man went in, and a cloud filled the inner court.)"

— Ezekiel 10:3, NET Bible

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Ezekiel 10 — Context

1

God’s Glory Leaves the Temple As I watched, I saw on the platform above the top of the cherubim something like a sapphire, resembling the shape of a throne, appearing above them.

2

The LORD said to the man dressed in linen,“Go between the wheelwork underneath the cherubim. Fill your hands with burning coals from among the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” He went as I watched.

3

(The cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple when the man went in, and a cloud filled the inner court.)

4

Then the glory of the LORD arose from the cherub and moved to the threshold of the temple. The temple was filled with the cloud while the court was filled with the brightness of the LORD’s glory.

5

The sound of the wings of the cherubim could be heard from the outer court, like the sound of the Sovereign God when he speaks.

6

When the LORD commanded the man dressed in linen,“Take fire from within the wheelwork, from among the cherubim,” the man went in and stood by one of the wheels.

Ezekiel 10:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 10:3 say?
Ezekiel 10:3 in the NET Bible reads: “(The cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple when the man went in, and a cloud filled the inner court.)”
Where is Ezekiel 10:3 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 10:3 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 10, verse 3.
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 10:3.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 10:3 in?
Ezekiel 10:3 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 10:3?
Ezekiel 10:3 reads (NET): “(The cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple when the man went in, and a cloud filled the inner court.)” 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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