Ezekiel 40:18 asv — And the pavement was by the side of the gates, answerable unto the length of the gates, even the lower pavement.

American Standard Version

"And the pavement was by the side of the gates, answerable unto the length of the gates, even the lower pavement. "

— Ezekiel 40:18, American Standard Version

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Ezekiel 40 — Context

15

And from the forefront of the gate at the entrance unto the forefront of the inner porch of the gate were fifty cubits.

16

And there were closed windows to the lodges, and to their posts within the gate round about, and likewise to the arches; and windows were round about inward; and upon each post were palm-trees.

17

Then brought he me into the outer court; and, lo, there were chambers and a pavement, made for the court round about: thirty chambers were upon the pavement.

18

And the pavement was by the side of the gates, answerable unto the length of the gates, even the lower pavement.

19

Then he measured the breadth from the forefront of the lower gate unto the forefront of the inner court without, a hundred cubits, both on the east and on the north.

20

And the gate of the outer court whose prospect is toward the north, he measured the length thereof and the breadth thereof.

21

And the lodges thereof were three on this side and three on that side; and the posts thereof and the arches thereof were after the measure of the first gate: the length thereof was fifty cubits, and the breadth five and twenty cubits.

Ezekiel 40:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 40:18 say?
Ezekiel 40:18 in the American Standard Version reads: “And the pavement was by the side of the gates, answerable unto the length of the gates, even the lower pavement. ”
Where is Ezekiel 40:18 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 40:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 40, verse 18.
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 40:18.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 40:18 in?
Ezekiel 40:18 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 40:18?
Ezekiel 40:18 reads (ASV): “And the pavement was by the side of the gates, answerable unto the length of the gates, even the lower pavement. ” 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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