English (YLT) 1898 Young's Literal Translation by Robert Young
Ezekiel 41:25 — English (YLT) 1898 Young's Literal Translation by Robert Young
And made on them, on the doors of the temple, [are] cherubs and palm-trees as are made on the walls, and a thickness of wood [is] at the front of the porch on the outside.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes the decorations on the doors of the temple, including cherubim and palm trees, similar to those on the walls. It also mentions thick planks on the outer porch. Ezekiel is detailing the temple's design.
Explained for Children
Imagine if you decorated your room with pictures of angels and trees. The temple doors were like that, with cherubim and palm trees, just like the walls. And outside, there were big wooden boards to protect the entrance.
Historical Background
Ezekiel, a prophet, wrote this book around 593-571 BCE. He was in exile in Babylon and was showing the people the design of a new temple, symbolizing hope and restoration for Israel.
Living It Out Today
Today, we can see this as a reminder of the importance of creating spaces that reflect our values and beliefs. Like how people decorate their homes or offices to express what matters to them, our environments can reflect our spirituality.
![Ezekiel 41:25 (English (YLT) 1898 Young's Literal Translation by Robert Young) — "And made on them, on the doors of the temple, [are] cherubs and palm-trees as are made on the walls,"](https://www.biblera.com/v/english-ylt/ezekiel-41-25.jpg)