New International VersionThen the man brought me back to the outer gate of the sanctuary, the one facing east, and it was shut.
New Living TranslationThen the man brought me back to the east gateway in the outer wall of the Temple area, but it was closed.
English Standard VersionThen he brought me back to the outer gate of the sanctuary, which faces east. And it was shut.
Berean Standard BibleThe man then brought me back to the outer gate of the sanctuary that faced east, but it was shut.
King James BibleThen he brought me back the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary which looketh toward the east; and it was shut.
New King James VersionThen He brought me back to the outer gate of the sanctuary which faces toward the east, but it was shut.
New American Standard BibleThen He brought me back by way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which faces east; and it was shut.
NASB 1995Then He brought me back by the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which faces the east; and it was shut.
NASB 1977Then He brought me back by the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which faces the east; and it was shut.
Legacy Standard BibleThen He brought me back by the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which faces the east; and it was shut.
Amplified BibleThen He brought me back by the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which faces the east; and it was shut.
Christian Standard BibleThe man then brought me back toward the sanctuary’s outer gate that faced east, and it was closed.
Holman Christian Standard BibleThe man then brought me back toward the sanctuary’s outer gate that faced east, and it was closed.
American Standard VersionThen he brought me back by the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which looketh toward the east; and it was shut.
Contemporary English VersionThe man took me back to the outer courtyard, near the east gate of the temple area. I saw that the doors to this gate were closed.
English Revised VersionThen he brought me back the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which looketh toward the east; and it was shut.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThen the man took me back to the outer east gate of the holy place, and the gate was shut.
Good News TranslationThe man led me to the outer gate at the east side of the Temple area. The gate was closed,
International Standard VersionThen the Lord GOD brought me back through the east-facing outer gate of the sanctuary. But it was shut.
NET BibleThen he brought me back by way of the outer gate of the sanctuary which faces east, but it was shut.
New Heart English BibleThen he brought me back by the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which looks toward the east; and it was shut.
Webster's Bible TranslationThen he brought me back the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary which looketh towards the east; and it was shut. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe man then brought me back to the outer gate of the sanctuary that faced east, but it was shut.
World English BibleThen he brought me back by the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which looks toward the east; and it was shut. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he causes me to turn back the way of the gate of the outer sanctuary that is looking eastward, and it is shut.
Young's Literal Translation And he causeth me to turn back the way of the gate of the outer sanctuary that is looking eastward, and it is shut.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd he turned me back the way of the gate of the holy place with out, looking to the east; and it was shut. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he brought me back to the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary, which looked towards the east: and it was shut.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd he turned me back, toward the way of the gate of the outer sanctuary, which looked toward the east. And it was closed.
New American BibleThen he brought me back to the outer gate of the sanctuary facing east, but it was closed.
New Revised Standard VersionThen he brought me back to the outer gate of the sanctuary, which faces east; and it was shut. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTHEN he brought me back by way of the gate of the outer sanctuary which looks toward the east; and behold, it was shut.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd he returned me to the way of the outer gate of the Holy Place that faces to the East, and I saw it that it was shut OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then he brought me back the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which looketh toward the east; and it was shut.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationThen he brought me back by the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary that looks eastward; and it was shut.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The East Gate Assigned to the Prince1The man then brought me backtothe outergateof the sanctuarythat facedeast,but itwas shut.2And the LORD said to me, “This gate is to remain shut. It shall not be opened, and no man shall enter through it, because the LORD, the God of Israel, has entered through it. Therefore it will remain shut.…
Cross References Ezekiel 43:1-4Then the man brought me back to the gate that faces east, / and I saw the glory of the God of Israel coming from the east. His voice was like the roar of many waters, and the earth shone with His glory. / The vision I saw was like the vision I had seen when He came to destroy the city and like the visions I had seen by the River Kebar. I fell facedown, ...
Ezekiel 46:1-2“This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘The gate of the inner court that faces east must be kept shut during the six days of work, but on the Sabbath day and on the day of the New Moon it shall be opened. / The prince is to enter from the outside through the portico of the gateway and stand by the gatepost, while the priests sacrifice his burnt offerings and peace offerings. He is to bow in worship at the threshold of the gate and then depart, but the gate must not be shut until evening.
Isaiah 60:11Your gates will always stand open; they will never be shut, day or night, so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession.
Revelation 21:25Its gates will never be shut at the end of the day, because there will be no night there.
Psalm 24:7-10Lift up your heads, O gates! Be lifted up, O ancient doors, that the King of Glory may enter! / Who is this King of Glory? The LORD strong and mighty, the LORD mighty in battle. / Lift up your heads, O gates! Be lifted up, O ancient doors, that the King of Glory may enter! ...
Zechariah 14:4On that day His feet will stand on the Mount of Olives, east of Jerusalem, and the Mount of Olives will be split in two from east to west, forming a great valley, with half the mountain moving to the north and half to the south.
Matthew 21:10-12When Jesus had entered Jerusalem, the whole city was stirred and asked, “Who is this?” / The crowds replied, “This is Jesus, the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee.” / Then Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those selling doves.
John 10:7-9So He said to them again, “Truly, truly, I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. / All who came before Me were thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. / I am the gate. If anyone enters through Me, he will be saved. He will come in and go out and find pasture.
Revelation 22:14Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they may have the right to the tree of life and may enter the city by its gates.
Isaiah 26:2Open the gates so a righteous nation may enter—one that remains faithful.
Psalm 118:19-20Open to me the gates of righteousness, that I may enter and give thanks to the LORD. / This is the gate of the LORD; the righteous shall enter through it.
Acts 3:2-10And a man who was lame from birth was being carried to the temple gate called Beautiful, where he was put every day to beg from those entering the temple courts. / When he saw Peter and John about to enter, he asked them for money. / Peter looked directly at him, as did John. “Look at us!” said Peter. ...
John 14:6Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.
Revelation 3:7-8To the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: These are the words of the One who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What He opens no one can shut, and what He shuts no one can open. / I know your deeds. Behold, I have placed before you an open door, which no one can shut. I know that you have only a little strength, yet you have kept My word and have not denied My name.
Isaiah 62:10Go out, go out through the gates; prepare the way for the people! Build it up, build up the highway; clear away the stones; raise a banner for the nations!
Treasury of Scripture Then he brought me back the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary which looks toward the east; and it was shut. the outward. Ezekiel 40:6,17 Then came he unto the gate which looketh toward the east, and went up the stairs thereof, and measured the threshold of the gate,which was one reed broad; and the other thresholdof the gate, which was one reed broad… Ezekiel 42:14 When the priests enter therein, then shall they not go out of the holyplace into the utter court, but there they shall lay their garments wherein they minister; for theyare holy; and shall put on other garments, and shall approach tothose things whichare for the people. 2 Chronicles 4:9 Furthermore he made the court of the priests, and the great court, and doors for the court, and overlaid the doors of them with brass. looketh Ezekiel 43:1,4 Afterward he brought me to the gate,even the gate that looketh toward the east: … Ezekiel 46:1 Thus saith the Lord GOD; The gate of the inner court that looketh toward the east shall be shut the six working days; but on the sabbath it shall be opened, and in the day of the new moon it shall be opened. Jump to Previous CausethDoorwayEastEastwardFacesFacingGateHolyLooksOuterOutwardSanctuaryShutTowardsWayJump to Next CausethDoorwayEastEastwardFacesFacingGateHolyLooksOuterOutwardSanctuaryShutTowardsWayEzekiel 44 1.The east gate assigned only to the prince4.The priests reproved for polluting the sanctuary9.Idolaters incapable of the priests office15.The sons of Zadok are accepted thereto17.Ordinances for the priestsThe man then brought me backThis phrase refers to the guide, often understood as an angelic being, who leads Ezekiel throughout his visions. The guide's role is to provide insight and understanding, similar to the angelic guides in other prophetic books like Daniel. This guidance emphasizes the divine origin and authority of the vision. to the outer gate of the sanctuary
The outer gate is part of the temple complex described in Ezekiel's vision, which is a detailed blueprint of a future temple. This gate is significant as it represents access to the sacred space. The temple's design reflects the holiness and order of God's dwelling place, reminiscent of the tabernacle and Solomon's temple. that faced east
The east-facing gate holds symbolic importance, as the east is often associated with the presence and glory of God. In biblical tradition, the east is where the sun rises, symbolizing new beginnings and divine revelation. The Garden of Eden was placed in the east, and the glory of the Lord entered the temple from the east inEzekiel 43:4. but it was shut
The closed gate signifies a restriction on access, symbolizing the holiness and exclusivity of God's presence. This closure is prophetic, pointing to the future when the gate will remain shut because the Lord, the God of Israel, has entered through it (Ezekiel 44:2). It underscores the sanctity of God's dwelling and the need for reverence. This can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is the only way to the Father, emphasizing the exclusivity of salvation through Him. Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet and priest during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is the recipient of visions from God, including the vision of the new temple. 2. The ManLikely an angelic guide or a divine messenger who leads Ezekiel through the vision of the temple, providing insight and understanding. 3. The Outer GateThis is the eastern gate of the temple complex in Ezekiel's vision. Its closure holds symbolic significance. 4. The SanctuaryRefers to the holy place within the temple, representing God's presence among His people. 5. The EastSymbolically significant in biblical literature, often associated with the direction of God's glory and the coming of the Messiah. Teaching Points Symbolism of the Closed GateThe closed eastern gate signifies the holiness and exclusivity of God's presence. It reminds believers of the reverence due to God and the sacredness of His dwelling. Christ as the FulfillmentThe closed gate can be seen as a foreshadowing of Christ, who is the only way to the Father. Believers are encouraged to recognize Jesus as the sole mediator between God and humanity. Reverence for God's PresenceJust as the gate is shut to signify the sanctity of God's presence, Christians are called to approach God with reverence and awe, acknowledging His holiness. Anticipation of the MessiahThe east gate's closure until the coming of the Prince ( Ezekiel 44:3) points to the anticipation of the Messiah. Believers are reminded to live in expectation of Christ's return. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 44
Why is Jerusalem's Eastern Gate significant?
What explains inconsistencies between the Temple vision in Ezekiel 40 and other biblical Temple descriptions, such as in 1 Kings 6-7?
Ezekiel 44's temple regulations appear highly specific, yet no archaeological site conclusively matches this description--could this be evidence the prophecy was purely symbolic or never fulfilled?
Ezekiel 44:2 says the East Gate is permanently shut due to the Lord's presence--what historical or archaeological evidence supports the idea of a gate sealed forever?XLIV.The altar being consecrated, the next thing is to provide for the purity of the worship of which it is the centre. The pollutions of former times had been largely introduced by the princes, and by the Levites and priests; and these classes are therefore treated of in this chapter. Only three verses are here given to the prince, since he is to be spoken of at greater length hereafter, and the rest of the chapter is occupied with directions as to the exclusion of strangers, and the duties of the Levites and priests. (1)The gate of the outward sanctuary.--This is better rendered,the outer gate of the sanctuary. The prophet had been in the inner court, or court of the priests, where the altar stood, and is now brought back to the eastern gate of the outer court. He finds it shut, as it was ordinarily to remain; but with the exceptions mentioned inEzekiel 44:3, and in Ezekiel 46 Verses 1-3.- The relation of the prince to the sanctuary. Verse 1. - The gate of the outward sanctuary, the outer gate of the sanctuary (Revised Version) - which looketh toward the east. To this door the prophet was conducted back, by way of the inner north or south gate, from the inner court, in which he had received the measurements of the altar and the instructions for its consecration ( Ezekiel 43:5). Whether Ezekiel stood upon the outside of this door as in Ezekiel 43:1, or upon its inside, cannot as yet be determined; but in either ease he observed that it was shut - again, whether on the east side towards the temple precincts, or on the west towards the outer court, is not mentioned, and cannot at this stage be decided. What led the seer to notice that the gate was closed was probably the circumstance that the last time he stood beside it it was open ( Ezekiel 43:1), though proof cannot be given that he passed through it ( Ezekiel 43:5), conjoined with the fact that it formed the principal entrance to the temple, and as such had been described to him and measured ( Ezekiel 40:6).
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew The man then brought me backוַיָּ֣שֶׁב(way·yā·šeḇ)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7725:To turn back, in, to retreat, againtoדֶּ֣רֶךְ(de·reḵ)Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 1870:A road, a course of life, mode of actionouterהַֽחִיצ֔וֹן(ha·ḥî·ṣō·wn)Article | Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 2435:The, wall side, exterior, seculargateשַׁ֤עַר(ša·‘ar)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8179:An opening, door, gateof the sanctuaryהַמִּקְדָּשׁ֙(ham·miq·dāš)Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4720:A consecrated thing, place, a palace, sanctuary, asylumthat facedהַפֹּנֶ֖ה(hap·pō·neh)Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 6437:To turn, to face, appear, lookeast,קָדִ֑ים(qā·ḏîm)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6921:The fore, front part, the Eastbut itוְה֖וּא(wə·hū)Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931:He, self, the same, this, that, as, arewas shut.סָגֽוּר׃(sā·ḡūr)Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular
Strong's 5462:To shut up, to surrender
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