“This is what the Sovereign Lord says: The east gateway of the inner courtyard will be closed during the six workdays each week, but it will be open on Sabbath days and the days of new moon celebrations.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

The prophet beholds in vision people, priest, and prince uniting in most solemn worship before the throne of God. The character of the rites here d…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

The first fifteen verses of this chapter belong to Ezekiel 45. The prince was required to provide and bring the sacrifices for himself and for the …

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

Thus says the Lord God
Which is premised, to raise the greater attention to what is about to be said: the gate of th…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The ordinances of worship for the prince and for the people are described here, along with the gifts the prince may bestow on his sons and servants…