Ezekiel 10:2
New International Version
The LORD said to the man clothed in linen, “Go in among the wheels beneath the cherubim. Fill your hands with burning coals from among the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” And as I watched, he went in.

New Living Translation
Then the LORD spoke to the man in linen clothing and said, “Go between the whirling wheels beneath the cherubim, and take a handful of burning coals and scatter them over the city.” He did this as I watched.

English Standard Version
And he said to the man clothed in linen, “Go in among the whirling wheels underneath the cherubim. Fill your hands with burning coals from between the cherubim, and scatter them over the city.” And he went in before my eyes.

Berean Standard Bible
And the LORD said to the man clothed in linen, “Go inside the wheelwork beneath the cherubim. Fill your hands with burning coals from among the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” And as I watched, he went in.

King James Bible
And he spake unto the man clothed with linen, and said, Go in between the wheels, even under the cherub, and fill thine hand with coals of fire from between the cherubims, and scatter them over the city. And he went in in my sight.

New King James Version
Then He spoke to the man clothed with linen, and said, “Go in among the wheels, under the cherub, fill your hands with coals of fire from among the cherubim, and scatter them over the city.” And he went in as I watched.

New American Standard Bible
And He spoke to the man clothed in linen and said, “Enter between the whirling wheels under the cherubim and fill your hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim, and scatter them over the city.” And he entered in my sight.

NASB 1995
And He spoke to the man clothed in linen and said, “Enter between the whirling wheels under the cherubim and fill your hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” And he entered in my sight.

NASB 1977
And He spoke to the man clothed in linen and said, “Enter between the whirling wheels under the cherubim, and fill your hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim, and scatter them over the city.” And he entered in my sight.

Legacy Standard Bible
And He spoke to the man clothed in linen and said, “Enter between the whirling wheels under the cherubim and fill your hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” And he entered in my sight.

Amplified Bible
And the LORD spoke to the man (seventh angel) clothed in linen and said, “Go between the whirling wheels under the cherubim; fill your hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” And he entered as I watched.

Christian Standard Bible
The LORD spoke to the man clothed in linen and said, “Go inside the wheelwork beneath the cherubim. Fill your hands with blazing coals from among the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” So he went in as I watched.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The LORD spoke to the man clothed in linen and said, “Go inside the wheelwork beneath the cherubim. Fill your hands with hot coals from among the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” So he went in as I watched.

American Standard Version
And he spake unto the man clothed in linen, and said, Go in between the whirling wheels, even under the cherub, and fill both thy hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim, and scatter them over the city. And he went in in my sight.

Contemporary English Version
The LORD said to the man in the linen robe, "Walk among the four wheels beside the creatures and pick up as many hot coals as you can carry. Then scatter them over the city of Jerusalem." I watched him as he followed the LORD's instructions.

English Revised Version
And he spake unto the man clothed in linen, and said, Go in between the whirling wheels, even under the cherub, and fill both thine hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim, and scatter them over the city. And he went in in my sight.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The LORD said to the person dressed in linen, "Go between the wheels under the angels, and fill your hands with burning coals. Then scatter them over the city." So he went between the wheels as I watched.

Good News Translation
God said to the man wearing linen clothes, "Go between the wheels under the creatures and fill your hands with burning coals. Then scatter the coals over the city." I watched him go.

International Standard Version
The LORD spoke to the man who was clothed in white linen, telling him, "Go between the whirling wheels, under the cherubim, and fill your hands with burning coals from among the cherubim. Then scatter them over the city." So he entered as I watched.

Majority Standard Bible
And the LORD said to the man clothed in linen, “Go inside the wheelwork beneath the cherubim. Fill your hands with burning coals from among the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” And as I watched, he went in.

NET Bible
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.

New Heart English Bible
He spoke to the man clothed in linen, and said, "Go in between the whirling wheels, even under the cherubim, and fill both your hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim, and scatter them over the city." He went in as I watched.

Webster's Bible Translation
And he spoke to the man clothed with linen, and said, Go in between the wheels, even under the cherub, and fill thy hand with coals of fire from between the cherubim, and scatter them over the city. And he entered in my sight.

World English Bible
He spoke to the man clothed in linen, and said, “Go in between the whirling wheels, even under the cherub, and fill both your hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim, and scatter them over the city.” He went in as I watched.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And He speaks to the man clothed with linen and says, “Go into the midst of the wheel, to the place of the cherub, and fill your hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim, and scatter over the city.” And he goes in before my eyes.

Young's Literal Translation
And He speaketh unto the man clothed with linen, and saith, 'Go in unto the midst of the wheel, unto the place of the cherub, and fill thy hands with coals of fire from between the cherubs, and scatter over the city.' And he goeth in before mine eyes.

Smith's Literal Translation
And he will say to the man clothed with linen, and he will say, Go in between the wheel, underneath to the cherub, and fill thy fists with coals of fire from between the cherubs, and scatter over the city. And he will go in before mine eyes.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he spoke to the man, that was clothed with linen, and said: Go in between the wheels that are under the cherubims and fill thy hand with the coals of fire that are between the cherubims, and pour them out upon the city. And he went in, in my sight:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he spoke to the man who was clothed with linen, and he said: “Enter, between the wheels that are under the cherubim, and fill your hand with the coals of fire that are between the cherubim, and pour them upon the city.” And he entered, in my sight.

New American Bible
And he said to the man dressed in linen: Go within the wheelwork under the cherubim; fill both your hands with burning coals from the place among the cherubim, then scatter them over the city. As I watched, he entered.

New Revised Standard Version
He said to the man clothed in linen, “Go within the wheelwork underneath the cherubim; fill your hands with burning coals from among the cherubim, and scatter them over the city.” He went in as I looked on.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the voice spoke to the man clothed in linen, and said, Go in between the wheels, even under the cherubim; and fill your hand with the coals of fire from between the cherubim, and scatter them over the city. And he went in my sight.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And he called to the mighty man who was wearing the fine linen, and he said to him: “Enter in between the wheels under the Cherubim, and fill your hands with coals of fire from between the Cherubim, and scatter them over the city.” And he entered before my eyes
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And He spoke unto the man clothed in linen, and said: 'Go in between the wheelwork, even under the cherub, and fill both thy hands with coals of fire from between the cherubim, and dash them against the city.' And he went in in my sight.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he said to the man clothed with the long robe, Go in between the wheels that are under the cherubs, and fill thine hands with coals of fire from between the cherubs, and scatter them over the city. And he went in my sight.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
God's Glory Exits the Temple
1And I looked and saw above the expanse, above the heads of the cherubim, the likeness of a throne of sapphire. 2And the LORD said to the man clothed in linen, “Go inside the wheelwork beneath the cherubim. Fill your hands with burning coals from among the cherubim and scatter them over the city.” And as I watched, he went in. 3Now when the man went in, the cherubim were standing on the south side of the temple, and a cloud filled the inner court.…

Cross References
Revelation 8:5
Then the angel took the censer, filled it with fire from the altar, and hurled it to the earth; and there were peals of thunder, rumblings, flashes of lightning, and an earthquake.

Revelation 15:6-8
And out of the temple came the seven angels with the seven plagues, dressed in clean and bright linen and girded with golden sashes around their chests. / Then one of the four living creatures gave the seven angels seven golden bowls full of the wrath of God, who lives forever and ever. / And the temple was filled with smoke from the glory of God and from His power; and no one could enter the temple until the seven plagues of the seven angels were completed.

Isaiah 6:6-7
Then one of the seraphim flew to me, and in his hand was a glowing coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. / And with it he touched my mouth and said: “Now that this has touched your lips, your iniquity is removed and your sin is atoned for.”

Revelation 4:6-8
And before the throne was something like a sea of glass, as clear as crystal. In the center, around the throne, were four living creatures, covered with eyes in front and back. / The first living creature was like a lion, the second like a calf, the third had a face like a man, and the fourth was like an eagle in flight. / And each of the four living creatures had six wings and was covered with eyes all around and within. Day and night they never stop saying: “Holy, Holy, Holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!”

Daniel 7:9-10
As I continued to watch, thrones were set in place, and the Ancient of Days took His seat. His clothing was white as snow, and the hair of His head was like pure wool. His throne was flaming with fire, and its wheels were all ablaze. / A river of fire was flowing, coming out from His presence. Thousands upon thousands attended Him, and myriads upon myriads stood before Him. The court was convened, and the books were opened.

Exodus 24:10
and they saw the God of Israel. Under His feet was a work like a pavement made of sapphire, as clear as the sky itself.

Revelation 1:15
His feet were like polished bronze refined in a furnace, and His voice was like the roar of many waters.

Isaiah 37:16
“O LORD of Hosts, God of Israel, enthroned above the cherubim, You alone are God over all the kingdoms of the earth. You made the heavens and the earth.

2 Kings 19:15
And Hezekiah prayed before the LORD: “O LORD, God of Israel, enthroned between the cherubim, You alone are God over all the kingdoms of the earth. You made the heavens and the earth.

Revelation 11:19
Then the temple of God in heaven was opened, and the ark of His covenant appeared in His temple. And there were flashes of lightning, rumblings, peals of thunder, an earthquake, and a great hailstorm.

Exodus 25:22
And I will meet with you there above the mercy seat, between the two cherubim that are over the ark of the Testimony; I will speak with you about all that I command you regarding the Israelites.

Revelation 16:1
Then I heard a loud voice from the temple saying to the seven angels, “Go, pour out on the earth the seven bowls of God’s wrath.”

Isaiah 66:6
Hear the uproar from the city; listen to the voice from the temple! It is the voice of the LORD, repaying His enemies what they deserve!

Psalm 18:10
He mounted a cherub and flew; He soared on the wings of the wind.

Revelation 5:8
When He had taken the scroll, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb. Each one had a harp, and they were holding golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of the saints.


Treasury of Scripture

And he spoke to the man clothed with linen, and said, Go in between the wheels, even under the cherub, and fill your hand with coals of fire from between the cherubim, and scatter them over the city. And he went in in my sight.

unto

Ezekiel 10:7
And one cherub stretched forth his hand from between the cherubims unto the fire that was between the cherubims, and took thereof, and put it into the hands of him that was clothed with linen: who took it, and went out.

Ezekiel 9:2,3,11
And, behold, six men came from the way of the higher gate, which lieth toward the north, and every man a slaughter weapon in his hand; and one man among them was clothed with linen, with a writer's inkhorn by his side: and they went in, and stood beside the brasen altar…

Go

Ezekiel 10:8-13,16
And there appeared in the cherubims the form of a man's hand under their wings…

Ezekiel 1:15-20
Now as I beheld the living creatures, behold one wheel upon the earth by the living creatures, with his four faces…

Ezekiel 1:13
As for the likeness of the living creatures, their appearance was like burning coals of fire, and like the appearance of lamps: it went up and down among the living creatures; and the fire was bright, and out of the fire went forth lightning.

Exodus 9:8-10
And the LORD said unto Moses and unto Aaron, Take to you handfuls of ashes of the furnace, and let Moses sprinkle it toward the heaven in the sight of Pharaoh…

Psalm 18:12,13
At the brightness that was before him his thick clouds passed, hail stones and coals of fire…

scatter

Ezekiel 20:47,48
And say to the forest of the south, Hear the word of the LORD; Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I will kindle a fire in thee, and it shall devour every green tree in thee, and every dry tree: the flaming flame shall not be quenched, and all faces from the south to the north shall be burned therein…

Ezekiel 24:9-14
Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD; Woe to the bloody city! I will even make the pile for fire great…

2 Kings 25:9
And he burnt the house of the LORD, and the king's house, and all the houses of Jerusalem, and every great man's house burnt he with fire.

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Ezekiel 10
1. The vision of the coals of fire, to be scattered over the city
8. The vision of the cherubim














And the LORD said
This phrase emphasizes the divine authority and initiative behind the vision. The Hebrew term for "LORD" here is "YHWH," the sacred and personal name of God, highlighting His sovereignty and covenant relationship with Israel. The phrase underscores that the actions to follow are not arbitrary but are commanded by God Himself, reflecting His justice and holiness.

to the man clothed in linen
The "man clothed in linen" is often interpreted as a heavenly being or angel, possibly representing purity and righteousness, as linen garments were typically worn by priests (Exodus 28:39-42). This attire signifies the sacred nature of the task and the purity required to approach the divine presence. Linen, being a fine and pure fabric, symbolizes the holiness and set-apart nature of those who serve God.

Go inside the wheelwork beneath the cherubim
The "wheelwork" refers to the complex and mysterious structure associated with the divine chariot or throne, as described in Ezekiel 1. The "cherubim" are angelic beings that serve as guardians of God's glory. This imagery conveys the majesty and mobility of God's presence, suggesting that His glory is not confined to one place but is dynamic and active. The command to "go inside" indicates a deeper engagement with the divine mysteries and a direct involvement in God's plans.

Fill your hands with coals of fire
"Coals of fire" symbolize judgment and purification. In the ancient Near Eastern context, fire often represented divine presence and judgment. The act of filling one's hands with these coals signifies the readiness to execute God's judgment. This imagery is reminiscent of the altar of incense in the temple, where coals were used in worship, linking judgment with the holiness of God.

from among the cherubim
The coals being "from among the cherubim" suggests that the judgment originates from the very presence of God. The cherubim, as guardians of God's holiness, emphasize that the judgment is not arbitrary but is a response to the violation of God's holiness. This phrase reinforces the idea that divine judgment is rooted in the character and presence of God.

and scatter them over the city
The act of scattering the coals over the city symbolizes the impending judgment on Jerusalem. This action is both a literal and symbolic act of divine retribution for the city's sins. Historically, this foreshadows the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem, serving as a warning of the consequences of turning away from God. It is a call to repentance and a reminder of the seriousness of sin.

And as I watched, he went in
This concluding phrase highlights the obedience and immediacy of the heavenly being's response to God's command. The prophet Ezekiel, as a witness, underscores the certainty and reality of the vision. It serves as a reminder of the faithfulness required in carrying out God's will and the assurance that God's plans will be fulfilled. The phrase invites the reader to reflect on their own response to God's commands and the importance of aligning with His divine purposes.

(2) Unto the man clothed with linen.--Hitherto, in Ezekiel 9, he has been employed only in a work of mercy and protection. It is not without significance that now the same person is made the agent of judgment. As God's love is turned to wrath by man's impenitence, and as His blessings given to man become curses by their abuse, so those employed by Him as the instruments of His loving-kindness become the very executioners of his "fury." The "coals of fire," the symbols of Divine wrath, are represented as "between the cherubim." In every possible way it is signified that the impending doom is not from man's will, however men may be used as its instruments, or from any accident, but from God Himself.

Scatter them over the city.--For its destruction. Perhaps the imagery does not signify anything more than destruction, without especial reference to the means employed; but 2Kings 25:9 and 2Chronicles 36:19 show that the Temple and city were actually burned by the Chaldaeans, as was often done with conquered cities that had resisted obstinately.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And the LORD said
וַיֹּ֜אמֶר (way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

the man
הָאִ֣ישׁ ׀ (hā·’îš)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

clothed
לְבֻ֣שׁ (lə·ḇuš)
Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3847: Wrap around, to put on a, garment, clothe

in linen,
הַבַּדִּ֗ים (hab·bad·dîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 906: Flaxen thread, yarn, a linen garment

“Go
בֹּא֩ (bō)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

inside
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

the wheelwork
לַגַּלְגַּ֜ל (lag·gal·gal)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1534: A wheel, a whirlwind, dust

beneath
תַּ֣חַת (ta·ḥaṯ)
Preposition
Strong's 8478: The bottom, below, in lieu of

the cherubim.
לַכְּר֗וּב (lak·kə·rūḇ)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings

Fill
וּמַלֵּ֨א (ū·mal·lê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 4390: To fill, be full of

your hands
חָפְנֶ֤יךָ (ḥā·p̄ə·ne·ḵā)
Noun - mdc | second person masculine singular
Strong's 2651: The hollow of the hand

with burning coals
גַֽחֲלֵי־ (ḡa·ḥă·lê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1513: An ember

from among
בֵּינ֨וֹת (bê·nō·wṯ)
Preposition
Strong's 996: An interval, space between

the cherubim
לַכְּרֻבִ֔ים (lak·kə·ru·ḇîm)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3742: Probably an order of angelic beings

and scatter
וּזְרֹ֖ק (ū·zə·rōq)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 2236: Be here and there, scatter, sprinkle, strew

them over
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the city.”
הָעִ֑יר (hā·‘îr)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5892: Excitement

And as I watched,
לְעֵינָֽי׃ (lə·‘ê·nāy)
Preposition-l | Noun - cdc | first person common singular
Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain

he went in.
וַיָּבֹ֖א (way·yā·ḇō)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go


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