Ezekiel 1:13

"As for the likeness of the living creatures, their appearance was like burning coals of fire, like the appearance of torches. The fire went up and down among the living creatures. The fire was bright, and lightning went out of the fire."

Key Reflection

In Ezekiel 1:13, the vivid imagery of burning coals of fire and torches symbolizes divine presence and glory, reflecting both warmth and judgment. The dynamic movement of the fire among the living creatures underscores the active, transformative power of God's Spirit in the world.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Lamps - “like the appearance of” flames. Omit the “and” before “like.” The “bright flames” resembled “coals of fire.” It went up -i. e. “fire went up.”

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