Ezekiel 42:2 net — Its length was 175 feet on the north side, and its width 87½ feet.

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"Its length was 175 feet on the north side, and its width 87½ feet."

— Ezekiel 42:2, NET Bible

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Ezekiel 42 — Context

1

Chambers for the Temple Then he led me out to the outer court, toward the north, and brought me to the chamber which was opposite the courtyard and opposite the building on the north.

2

Its length was 175 feet on the north side, and its width 87½ feet.

3

Opposite the 35 feet that belonged to the inner court, and opposite the pavement which belonged to the outer court, gallery faced gallery in the three stories.

4

In front of the chambers was a walkway on the inner side, 17½ feet wide at a distance of 1¾ feet, and their entrances were on the north.

5

Now the upper chambers were narrower, because the galleries took more space from them than from the lower and middle chambers of the building.

Ezekiel 42:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Ezekiel 42:2 say?
Ezekiel 42:2 in the NET Bible reads: “Its length was 175 feet on the north side, and its width 87½ feet.”
Where is Ezekiel 42:2 in the Bible?
Ezekiel 42:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Ezekiel, chapter 42, verse 2.
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 42:2.
What translation should I read Ezekiel 42:2 in?
Ezekiel 42:2 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 42:2?
Ezekiel 42:2 reads (NET): “Its length was 175 feet on the north side, and its width 87½ feet.” 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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