16 He hath measured the east side with the measuring-reed, five hundred reeds, with the measuring-reed round about. 17 He hath measured the north side, five hundred reeds, with the measuring reed round about. 18 The south side he hath measured, five hundred reeds, with the measuring-reed. 19 He hath turned round unto the west side, he hath measured five hundred reeds with the measuring-reed.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Ezekiel 42:16-19
Chapter Summary
In this chapter are described the priests' chambers, their use, and the dimensions of the holy mount on which the temple stood. These chambers were many. Jesus said, In my Father's house are many mansions: in his house on earth there are many; multitudes, by faith, are lodging in his sanctuary, and yet there is room. These chambers, though private, were near the temple. Our religious services in our chambers, must prepare for public devotions, and further us in improving them, as our opportunities are.