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The ledge shall be fourteen [cubits] long by fourteen broad in the four sides of it; and the border about it shall be half a cubit; and the bottom of it shall be a cubit round about; and the steps of it shall look toward the east.

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Symbolism in the Stone

The altar's dimensions were not arbitrary. Commentators explain they are rich with meaning. For example, the number 'fourteen' is double the covenant number 'seven' (representing God and the world), and other measurements symbolize the twelve tribes and the four corners of the earth. This highlights the meticulous detail and divine intention behind the vision.

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Ezekiel

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Ezekiel 43:17

18th Century

Theologian

The settle — The “lower settle” (L), projecting beyond the “upper settle” (M) one cubit on every side.

His stairs — Jewish tra…

John Gill

John Gill

On Ezekiel 43:17

17th Century

Pastor

And the settle shall be fourteen cubits long and fourteen
broad in the four squares thereof

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Ezekiel 43:1–27

17th Century

Minister

After Ezekiel had surveyed the temple of God, he had a vision of the glory of God. When Christ crucified, and the things freely given to us of God,…