Ezekiel 40:43 web — The hooks, a handbreadth long, were fastened within all around: and on the tables was the flesh of the offering.

World English Bible

"The hooks, a handbreadth long, were fastened within all around: and on the tables was the flesh of the offering."

— Ezekiel 40:43, World English Bible

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Ezekiel 40 — Context

40

On the [one] side outside, as one goes up to the entry of the gate toward the north, were two tables; and on the other side, which belonged to the porch of the gate, were two tables.

41

Four tables were on this side, and four tables on that side, by the side of the gate; eight tables, whereupon they killed [the sacrifices].

42

There were four tables for the burnt offering, of cut stone, a cubit and a half long, and a cubit and a half broad, and one cubit high; whereupon they laid the instruments with which they killed the burnt offering and the sacrifice.

43

The hooks, a handbreadth long, were fastened within all around: and on the tables was the flesh of the offering.

44

Outside of the inner gate were rooms for the singers in the inner court, which was at the side of the north gate; and their prospect was toward the south; one at the side of the east gate having the prospect toward the north.

45

He said to me, This room, whose prospect is toward the south, is for the priests, the keepers of the duty of the house;

46

and the room whose prospect is toward the north is for the priests, the keepers of the duty of the altar: these are the sons of Zadok, who from among the sons of Levi come near to Yahweh to minister to him.

Ezekiel 40:43 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 40:43 say?
Ezekiel 40:43 in the World English Bible reads: “The hooks, a handbreadth long, were fastened within all around: and on the tables was the flesh of the offering.”
Where is Ezekiel 40:43 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 40:43 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 40, verse 43.
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 40:43.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 40:43 in?
Ezekiel 40:43 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 40:43?
Ezekiel 40:43 reads (WEB): “The hooks, a handbreadth long, were fastened within all around: and on the tables was the flesh of the offering.” 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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