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The windows of it, and the arches of it, and the palm-trees of it, were after the measure of the gate whose prospect is toward the east; and they went up to it by seven steps; and the arches of it were before them.

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Symbol of Universal Blessing

One commentator, John Gill, interprets the identical measurements of the gates symbolically. He suggests this uniformity signifies that the light, privileges, and flourishing condition of God's people will be the same everywhere, reflecting a universal and consistent blessing for the church.

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Ezekiel

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Ezekiel 40:20–23

18th Century

Theologian

The gates both of the outer and of the inner court. Compare Plan II.

John Gill

John Gill

On Ezekiel 40:22

17th Century

Pastor

And their windows, and their arches, and their palm trees, were after the measure of the gate that looked tow…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Ezekiel 40:1–49

17th Century

Minister

Here is a vision, beginning at Ezekiel 40 and continuing to the end of the book, Ezekiel 48, which is rightly regarded as one of the mos…