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also the breadth of the face of the house, and of the separate place toward the east, one hundred cubits.

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A Symbol of Perfection

Commentator John Gill explains that the measurements of the temple's front, including its walls and surrounding spaces, add up to 100 cubits. This creates a perfect square, which he connects to the description of the New Jerusalem in Revelation 21. This symmetry isn't just architectural; it symbolizes divine perfection, completeness, and God's perfect plan for His people.

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Ezekiel

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Ezekiel 41:14

18th Century

Theologian

Toward the east — The separate place was measured on its eastern side, for the western was not approachable for the purpose of measurement.<…

John Gill

John Gill

On Ezekiel 41:14

17th Century

Pastor

Also the breadth of the face of the house, and the separate
place toward the east
The…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Ezekiel 41:1–26

17th Century

Minister

After the prophet had observed the courts, he was brought to the temple. If we attend to instructions in the plainer parts of religion, and profit …