43:5 43:5

Ezekiel 43:6

43:7 43:7

Bible Versions

And I heard [him] speaking unto me out of the house; and the man stood by me.
And I heard {H8085} him speaking {H1696} unto me out of the house {H1004}; and the man {H376} stood {H5975} by me {H681}.
I heard someone speaking to me from the house, and a man was standing by me.
While the man was standing beside me, I heard someone speaking to me from inside the temple,
And I heard one speaking unto me out of the house; and a man stood by me.

Ezekiel 43:6 marks a pivotal moment in the prophet Ezekiel's grand vision of the new temple. After witnessing the glorious return of the Lord's presence to the temple (as described in Ezekiel 43:4-5), Ezekiel now hears a direct divine communication emanating from within the sacred structure itself. The presence of "the man" – the angelic guide who has been with Ezekiel throughout much of this visionary journey since Ezekiel 40:3 – underscores the solemnity and interpretative nature of this encounter.

Context

This verse is situated immediately after the dramatic account of the glory of the God of Israel entering the visionary temple from the east gate, filling the house. This event reverses the sad departure of God's glory described earlier in Ezekiel (e.g., Ezekiel 10:18-19 and Ezekiel 11:23) due to Israel's idolatry. The voice from "out of the house" signifies that God has once again taken up residence and is actively communicating from His dwelling place, setting the stage for the divine instructions regarding the temple's laws and the covenant between God and His people.

Key Themes

  • Divine Presence and Communication: The primary theme is God's active presence within His sanctuary and His direct communication with humanity. The voice "out of the house" emphasizes that the temple is indeed God's chosen dwelling place, from which He governs and reveals His will.
  • Divine Authority and Revelation: The Lord's voice from the temple underscores His ultimate authority and His intention to reveal critical truths and commands concerning the worship and conduct of His people. This direct speech prepares Ezekiel for further divine instructions.
  • The Role of the Angelic Guide: The continued presence of "the man" (the angelic guide) highlights the need for divine assistance in comprehending profound spiritual visions. He stands by Ezekiel, ready to clarify and confirm the powerful messages received.

Linguistic Insights

The phrase "out of the house" (מִן־הַבַּיִת, min-habayit) literally means "from the house." This simple prepositional phrase carries profound theological weight, indicating that the source of the voice is the very core of the sacred space, emphasizing the immanence of God's presence within the temple. It recalls earlier instances in Israel's history where God spoke from His dwelling, such as from the mercy seat in the Tabernacle (Exodus 25:22).

Practical Application

Ezekiel 43:6 reminds believers today that God desires to communicate with His people. While we no longer have a physical temple as the sole dwelling place of God's glory, the New Testament teaches that believers themselves are the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19). This verse encourages us to cultivate an attentive spirit, listening for God's voice in His Word, through prayer, and through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Just as Ezekiel had an angelic guide, we have the Holy Spirit to help us understand divine truths and apply them to our lives, enabling us to hear the voice of our Shepherd.

Note: Commentary is generated by AI with a directive for Biblical fidelity. Always rely on the Holy Spirit for discernment. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Ezekiel 40:3

    And he brought me thither, and, behold, [there was] a man, whose appearance [was] like the appearance of brass, with a line of flax in his hand, and a measuring reed; and he stood in the gate.

  • Revelation 16:1

    ¶ And I heard a great voice out of the temple saying to the seven angels, Go your ways, and pour out the vials of the wrath of God upon the earth.

  • Leviticus 1:1

    ¶ And the LORD called unto Moses, and spake unto him out of the tabernacle of the congregation, saying,

  • Isaiah 66:6

    A voice of noise from the city, a voice from the temple, a voice of the LORD that rendereth recompence to his enemies.
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