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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/ezekiel/44.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/ezekiel/44.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />And I will appoint them to guard the temple for all the work that is to be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/ezekiel/44.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />They are to serve as the Temple caretakers, taking charge of the maintenance work and performing general duties.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/ezekiel/44.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of the temple, to do all its service and all that is to be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/ezekiel/44.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of all the work for the temple and everything to be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/ezekiel/44.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />But I will make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/ezekiel/44.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Nevertheless I will make them keep charge of the temple, for all its work, and for all that has to be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/ezekiel/44.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Nevertheless I will appoint them to take responsibility for the house, of all its service and of everything that shall be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/ezekiel/44.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of the house, of all its service and of all that shall be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/ezekiel/44.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of the house, of all its service, and of all that shall be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/ezekiel/44.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Yet I will appoint them as keepers of the responsibility for the house, of all its service and of all that shall be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/ezekiel/44.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Yet I will appoint them as caretakers of the temple, for all its service and for all that shall be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/ezekiel/44.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet I will make them responsible for the duties of the temple —for all its work and everything done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/ezekiel/44.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet I will make them responsible for the duties of the temple—for all its work and everything done in it.&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/ezekiel/44.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Yet will I make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/ezekiel/44.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />They will be responsible for all the hard work that must be done in the temple. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/ezekiel/44.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Yet will I make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/ezekiel/44.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />I will assign them all of the less important work in the temple.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/ezekiel/44.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />I am assigning to them the menial work that is to be done in the Temple." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/ezekiel/44.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Nevertheless, I will appoint them to take care of my Temple, including all of its service and everything that is to be done inside of it.'"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/ezekiel/44.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of all the work for the temple and everything to be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/ezekiel/44.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of the temple, all of its service and all that will be done in it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/ezekiel/44.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Yet will I make them performers of the duty of the house, for all its service, and for all that shall be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/ezekiel/44.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />But I will make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all its service, and for all that shall be done therein.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/ezekiel/44.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Yet I will make them performers of the duty of the house, for all its service and for all that will be done therein. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/ezekiel/44.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and I made them keepers of the charge of the house, for all its service and for all that is done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/ezekiel/44.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and I made them keepers of the charge of the house, for all its service and for all that is done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/ezekiel/44.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And I gave them watchers of the watches of the house for all its service, and for all which shall be done in it.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/ezekiel/44.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And I will make them doorkeepers of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/ezekiel/44.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And I will make them doorkeepers of the house, for all its ministries and for all that will be done within it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/ezekiel/44.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Instead I will make them responsible for the service of the temple and all its work, for everything that must be done in it. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/ezekiel/44.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Yet I will appoint them to keep charge of the temple, to do all its chores, all that is to be done in it.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/ezekiel/44.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And I will put them in charge of the temple, and make them laborers for all that shall be done in it.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/ezekiel/44.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And I shall make them the Keepers of the Guard of the house, and workers of the service of everything that is in it<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/ezekiel/44.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And I will make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/ezekiel/44.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />They shall bring them to keep the charges of the house, for all the service of it, and for all that they shall do.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/vET3Gmwku4s?start=13481" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/ezekiel/44.htm">The Duties of the Levites</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">13</span>They must not approach Me to serve Me as priests or come near any of My holy things or the most holy things. They will bear the shame of the abominations they have committed. <span class="reftext">14</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: wə·nā·ṯat·tî (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjPerf-1cs) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">Yet I will appoint</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’ō·w·ṯām (DirObjM:: 3mp) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self.">them</a> <a href="/hebrew/8104.htm" title="8104: šō·mə·rê (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc) -- To keep, watch, preserve. A primitive root; properly, to hedge about, i.e. Guard; generally, to protect, attend to, etc.">to keep</a> <a href="/hebrew/4931.htm" title="4931: miš·me·reṯ (N-fsc) -- Fem. Of mishmar; watch, i.e. The act, or The sentry, the post; obj. Preservation, or Safe; fig. Observance, i.e. Duty or A usage or party.">charge</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: lə·ḵōl (Prep-l:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">of all</a> <a href="/hebrew/5656.htm" title="5656: ‘ă·ḇō·ḏā·ṯōw (N-fsc:: 3ms) -- Labor, service. Or mabowdah; from abad; work of any kind.">the work</a> <a href="/hebrew/1004.htm" title="1004: hab·bā·yiṯ (Art:: N-ms) -- A house. Probably from banah abbreviated; a house.">for the temple</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: ū·lə·ḵōl (Conj-w, Prep-l:: N-ms) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">and everything</a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: yê·‘ā·śeh (V-Nifal-Imperf-3ms) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">to be done</a> <a href="/hebrew/bōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- ">in it.</a> </span><div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/18-2.htm">Numbers 18:2-6</a></span><br />But bring with you also your brothers from the tribe of Levi, the tribe of your father, that they may join you and assist you and your sons before the Tent of the Testimony. / And they shall attend to your duties and to all the duties of the Tent; but they must not come near to the furnishings of the sanctuary or the altar, or both they and you will die. / They are to join you and attend to the duties of the Tent of Meeting, doing all the work at the Tent; but no outsider may come near you. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/23-28.htm">1 Chronicles 23:28-32</a></span><br />but their duty was to assist the descendants of Aaron with the service of the house of the LORD, being responsible for the courts and chambers, the purification of all the holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God, / as well as for the rows of the showbread, the fine flour for the grain offering, the wafers of unleavened bread, the baking, the mixing, and all measurements of quantity and size. / They were also to stand every morning to give thanks and praise to the LORD, and likewise in the evening. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/29-11.htm">2 Chronicles 29:11</a></span><br />Now, my sons, do not be negligent, for the LORD has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, to minister before Him, and to burn incense.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/11-19.htm">Nehemiah 11:19-22</a></span><br />And the gatekeepers: Akkub, Talmon, and their associates, who kept watch at the gates—172 men. / The rest of the Israelites, with the priests and Levites, were in all the villages of Judah, each on his own inheritance. / The temple servants lived on the hill of Ophel, with Ziha and Gishpa over them. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/56-6.htm">Isaiah 56:6-7</a></span><br />And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to Him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be His servants—all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it and who hold fast to My covenant— / I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/33-18.htm">Jeremiah 33:18-22</a></span><br />nor will the priests who are Levites ever fail to have a man before Me to offer burnt offerings, to burn grain offerings, and to present sacrifices.” / And the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah: / “This is what the LORD says: If you can break My covenant with the day and My covenant with the night, so that day and night cease to occupy their appointed time, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/malachi/2-4.htm">Malachi 2:4-7</a></span><br />Then you will know that I have sent you this commandment so that My covenant with Levi may continue,” says the LORD of Hosts. / “My covenant with him was one of life and peace, which I gave to him; it called for reverence, and he revered Me and stood in awe of My name. / True instruction was in his mouth, and nothing false was found on his lips. He walked with Me in peace and uprightness, and he turned many from iniquity. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/6-2.htm">Acts 6:2-4</a></span><br />So the Twelve summoned all the disciples and said, “It is unacceptable for us to neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. / Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them / and will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/15-16.htm">Romans 15:16</a></span><br />to be a minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles in the priestly service of the gospel of God, so that the Gentiles might become an offering acceptable to God, sanctified by the Holy Spirit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/9-13.htm">1 Corinthians 9:13-14</a></span><br />Do you not know that those who work in the temple eat of its food, and those who serve at the altar partake of its offerings? / In the same way, the Lord has prescribed that those who preach the gospel should receive their living from the gospel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/12-28.htm">1 Corinthians 12:28-31</a></span><br />And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, and those with gifts of healing, helping, administration, and various tongues. / Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? / Do all have gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret? ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/3-6.htm">2 Corinthians 3:6</a></span><br />And He has qualified us as ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-11.htm">Ephesians 4:11-12</a></span><br />And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, / to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/1-1.htm">Philippians 1:1</a></span><br />Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/4-17.htm">Colossians 4:17</a></span><br />Tell Archippus: “See to it that you complete the ministry you have received in the Lord.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">But I will make them keepers of the charge of the house, for all the service thereof, and for all that shall be done therein.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/18-4.htm">Numbers 18:4</a></b></br> And they shall be joined unto thee, and keep the charge of the tabernacle of the congregation, for all the service of the tabernacle: and a stranger shall not come nigh unto you.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/23-28.htm">1 Chronicles 23:28-32</a></b></br> Because their office <i>was</i> to wait on the sons of Aaron for the service of the house of the LORD, in the courts, and in the chambers, and in the purifying of all holy things, and the work of the service of the house of God; 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In the context of Ezekiel, God is speaking about the Levites who had previously gone astray. Despite their past unfaithfulness, God is showing mercy by assigning them a role in the temple. This reflects God's grace and the principle of restoration, which is a recurring theme throughout the Bible. It also highlights the sovereignty of God in choosing and appointing individuals for His purposes, similar to how He appointed prophets and leaders throughout Israel's history.<p><b>to keep charge of all the work for the temple</b><br>The Levites are given the responsibility of overseeing the work of the temple. This role is significant as it involves maintaining the sanctity and order of the temple services. Historically, the Levites were set apart for service to God, as seen in <a href="/numbers/3-5.htm">Numbers 3:5-10</a>, where they were given duties related to the tabernacle. This appointment underscores the importance of worship and the need for dedicated individuals to ensure that the temple functions according to God's commands. It also serves as a reminder of the need for faithfulness in service, as the Levites' previous unfaithfulness had consequences.<p><b>and everything to be done in it</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the comprehensive nature of the Levites' responsibilities. They are tasked with all aspects of temple work, which would include cleaning, preparing sacrifices, and assisting the priests. This comprehensive duty reflects the holistic nature of worship in the Old Testament, where every detail mattered to God. It also points to the meticulous care required in serving God, as seen in the detailed instructions for temple worship in books like Leviticus. This can be seen as a type of Christ, who fulfills all aspects of the law and temple worship, serving as the ultimate High Priest and perfect sacrifice.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/e/ezekiel.htm">Ezekiel</a></b><br>A prophet and priest during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is the author of the book. He receives visions and messages from God concerning the future of Israel and the temple.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_levites.htm">The Levites</a></b><br>A tribe of Israel set apart for religious duties. In this context, they are assigned specific roles in the temple service due to their past unfaithfulness.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_temple.htm">The Temple</a></b><br>The central place of worship for the Israelites, representing God's presence among His people. The temple's service and maintenance are crucial for the community's spiritual life.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/b/babylonian_exile.htm">Babylonian Exile</a></b><br>The period when the Israelites were taken captive to Babylon. This context influences the messages of restoration and judgment in Ezekiel.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_zadokites.htm">The Zadokites</a></b><br>A priestly family within the Levites who remained faithful to God, contrasting with the other Levites who strayed.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_service.htm">Faithfulness in Service</a></b><br>God values faithfulness in those who serve Him. The Levites' past unfaithfulness led to a change in their roles, reminding us of the importance of integrity in our service to God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/consequences_of_unfaithfulness.htm">Consequences of Unfaithfulness</a></b><br>The Levites' demotion serves as a warning that unfaithfulness can lead to loss of privilege and responsibility. Our actions have consequences, and we must strive to remain true to God's calling.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/restoration_and_hope.htm">Restoration and Hope</a></b><br>Despite their past, the Levites are still given a role in the temple. This illustrates God's grace and the possibility of restoration, encouraging us to seek forgiveness and renewal.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_worship.htm">The Importance of Worship</a></b><br>The temple service underscores the centrality of worship in the life of God's people. We are reminded to prioritize worship and maintain the sanctity of our relationship with God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_ezekiel_44.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 44</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_there_proof_women_wept_for_tammuz.htm">In Ezekiel 8:14, is there historical or archaeological proof that women publicly wept for Tammuz in the Jerusalem temple at this time?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_levites_oversee_construction.htm">(Ezra 3:8-9) Why would Levites, rather than skilled foremen or Persian officials, be in charge of supervising construction under Persian rule?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_there_evidence_for_this_priestly_lineage.htm">If 1 Chronicles 6:31-33 directly ties certain musicians to this priestly line, where is the external historical or archaeological evidence supporting such lineage?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_hasn't_ezekiel's_temple_been_built.htm">If Ezekiel's vision in Ezekiel 40 was meant as a literal blueprint, why hasn't this Temple been constructed in the centuries that followed?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Yet I will appoint</span><br /><span class="heb">וְנָתַתִּ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(wə·nā·ṯat·tî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">them</span><br /><span class="heb">אוֹתָ֔ם</span> <span class="translit">(’ō·w·ṯām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Direct object marker | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_853.htm">Strong's 853: </a> </span><span class="str2">Untranslatable mark of the accusative case</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to keep</span><br /><span class="heb">שֹׁמְרֵ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(šō·mə·rê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8104.htm">Strong's 8104: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">charge</span><br /><span class="heb">מִשְׁמֶ֣רֶת</span> <span class="translit">(miš·me·reṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4931.htm">Strong's 4931: </a> </span><span class="str2">A guard, watch, charge, function</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of all</span><br /><span class="heb">לְכֹל֙</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḵōl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the work</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲבֹ֣דָת֔וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·ḇō·ḏā·ṯōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5656.htm">Strong's 5656: </a> </span><span class="str2">Work of any kind</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for the temple</span><br /><span class="heb">הַבָּ֑יִת</span> <span class="translit">(hab·bā·yiṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1004.htm">Strong's 1004: </a> </span><span class="str2">A house</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and everything</span><br /><span class="heb">וּלְכֹ֛ל</span> <span class="translit">(ū·lə·ḵōl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to be done</span><br /><span class="heb">יֵעָשֶׂ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(yê·‘ā·śeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in it.</span><br /><span class="heb">בּֽוֹ׃</span> <span class="translit">(bōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/.htm">Strong's Hebrew</a> </span><span class="str2"></span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Ezekiel 44:14 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Ezekiel 44:14 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Ezekiel 44:14 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Ezekiel 44:14 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Ezekiel 44:14 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Ezekiel 44:14 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Ezekiel 44:14 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Ezekiel 44:14 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Ezekiel 44:14 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/ezekiel/44-14.htm">Ezekiel 44:14 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/ezekiel/44-14.htm">OT Prophets: Ezekiel 44:14 Yet will I make them performers (Ezek. 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