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The Sound of Departure
Commentators explain that the loud sound of the cherubim's wings signifies they are in motion, preparing to leave the Temple. This wasn't a quiet exit; the sound filled the entire temple complex, underscoring the immense and dreadful significance of God's glory departing from His people. It was a clear, audible sign of a major change.
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Ezekiel
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Albert Barnes
On Ezekiel 10:5
18th Century
Theologian
The Almighty God - El Shaddai; compare the Genesis 17:1 note.
Charles Ellicott
On Ezekiel 10:5
19th Century
Bishop
The sound of the cherubims’ wings. —This sound indicates that the cherubim were already in motion, for when they stood they le…
John Calvin
On Ezekiel 10:5
16th Century
Theologian
In this verse, the Prophet also confirms the vision, because God always gave signs of his presence. But it also seems to have another object, since…
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John Gill
On Ezekiel 10:5
17th Century
Pastor
And the sound of the cherubim's wings was heard [even] to the outer court Or outward court. The sound of the Gospel, whic…
Matthew Henry
On Ezekiel 10:1–7
17th Century
Minister
The fire being taken from between the wheels, under the cherubim (Ezekiel 1:13), seems to have signified the wrath of God to be execute…