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The sound of the wings of the cherubim was heard even to the outer court, as the voice of God Almighty when he speaks.
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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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18th Century
Presbyterian
The Almighty God - El Shaddai; compare the Genesis 17:1 note.
19th Century
Anglican
The sound of the cherubims’ wings. —This sound indicates that the cherubim were already in motion, for when they stood they le…
16th Century
Protestant
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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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the sound of the cherubim's wings was heard [even] to the outer court Or outward court. The sound of the Gospel, whic…
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…
