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The True vs. Visible Church
Commentators explain that the command to measure the temple but "cast out" the outer court symbolizes a crucial distinction. The inner temple represents the true, spiritually secure people of God. The outer court represents the visible church, including those who are merely nominal, worldly, or false worshippers. God is making a clear separation between the two.
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Albert Barnes
On Revelation 11:2
18th Century
Theologian
But the court which is without the temple. Which is outside of the temple proper, and, therefore, which does not strictly pertain to it. T…
AT Robertson
On Revelation 11:2
The court (την αυλην). The uncovered yard outside the house. There were usually two, one between the door and the street, the oute…
Charles Ellicott
On Revelation 11:2
19th Century
Bishop
But the court . . .—Translate, And the court which is outside the Temple cast out, and measure not it; because it was given to…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Revelation 11:2
As the “outer court” in the Jerusalem temple was frequented by a mixed group including Gentiles and unbelievers, so in John’s mind the earthly temp…
John Gill
On Revelation 11:2
17th Century
Pastor
But the court which is without the temple leave out, and
measure it not
The allusion …
Matthew Henry
On Revelation 11:1–2
17th Century
Minister
This prophetic passage about measuring the temple seems to refer to Ezekiel's vision. The design of this measuring seems to be the preservation of …