Ezekiel 44:1
Ezekiel 44:1 in Multiple Translations
The man then brought me back to the outer gate of the sanctuary that faced east, but it was shut.
Then he brought me back the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary which looketh toward the east; and it was shut.
Then he brought me back by the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which looketh toward the east; and it was shut.
And he took me back to the outer doorway of the holy place, looking to the east; and it was shut.
The man took me back to the outside gate of the sanctuary that faced to the east, but it was shut.
Then he brought me towarde the gate of the outwarde Sanctuarie, which turneth towarde the East, and it was shut.
And he causeth me to turn back the way of the gate of the outer sanctuary that is looking eastward, and it is shut.
Then he brought me back by the way of the outer gate of the sanctuary, which looks toward the east; and it was shut.
Then he brought me back the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary which looketh towards the east; and it was shut.
And he brought me back to the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary, which looked towards the east: and it was shut.
Then in the vision the man brought me back to the outer entryway to the temple area, the one on the east side, but the outer entrance was shut.
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Ezekiel 44:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יָּ֣שֶׁב
אֹתִ֗/י
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
שַׁ֤עַר
הַ/מִּקְדָּשׁ֙
הַֽ/חִיצ֔וֹן
הַ/פֹּנֶ֖ה
קָדִ֑ים
וְ/ה֖וּא
סָגֽוּר
וַ/יָּ֣שֶׁב
shûwb
H7725
to return
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֹתִ֗/י
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
derek
H1870
way
N-cs
שַׁ֤עַר
shaʻar
H8179
gate
N-ms
הַ/מִּקְדָּשׁ֙
miqdâsh
H4720
sanctuary
Art | N-ms
הַֽ/חִיצ֔וֹן
chîytsôwn
H2435
outer
Art | Adj
הַ/פֹּנֶ֖ה
pânâh
H6437
Corner (Gate)
Art | V-Qal
קָדִ֑ים
qâdîym
H6921
east
N-ms
וְ/ה֖וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Conj | Pron
סָגֽוּר
çâgar
H5462
to shut
V-Qal-Inf-c
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 44:1
וַ/יָּ֣שֶׁב
shûwb
H7725
"to return"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to return or turn back, and can be used literally or figuratively. It is often used to describe someone returning to God or repenting from sin, as seen in the book of Psalms and the prophets.
Definition: : return 1) to return, turn back 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn back, return 1a1a) to turn back 1a1b) to return, come or go back 1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back 1a1d) of dying 1a1e) of human relations (fig) 1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig) 1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise 1a1f2) to turn away (of God) 1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent 1a1f4) turn back (from evil) 1a1g) of inanimate things 1a1h) in repetition 1b) (Polel) 1b1) to bring back 1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig) 1b3) to lead away (enticingly) 1b4) to show turning, apostatise 1c) (Pual) restored (participle) 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back 1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment 1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore 1d3) to bring back, report to, answer 1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense) 1d5) to turn back or backward, repel, defeat, repulse, hinder, reject, refuse 1d6) to turn away (face), turn toward 1d7) to turn against 1d8) to bring back to mind 1d9) to show a turning away 1d10) to reverse, revoke 1e) (Hophal) to be returned, be restored, be brought back 1f) (Pulal) brought back
Usage: Occurs in 953 OT verses. KJV: ((break, build, circumcise, dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge, make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) [idiom] again, (cause to) answer ([phrase] again), [idiom] in any case (wise), [idiom] at all, averse, bring (again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back), cease, [idiom] certainly, come again (back), [idiom] consider, [phrase] continually, convert, deliver (again), [phrase] deny, draw back, fetch home again, [idiom] fro, get (oneself) (back) again, [idiom] give (again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see) more, [idiom] needs, be past, [idiom] pay, pervert, pull in again, put (again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh, relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve, (cause to, make to) return, reverse, reward, [phrase] say nay, send back, set again, slide back, still, [idiom] surely, take back (off), (cause to, make to) turn (again, self again, away, back, back again, backward, from, off), withdraw. See also: Genesis 3:19; Numbers 8:25; Judges 8:13.
אֹתִ֗/י
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
דֶּ֣רֶךְ
derek
H1870
"way"
N-cs
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
שַׁ֤עַר
shaʻar
H8179
"gate"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a gate or door, often referring to city entrances or temple doors, like in Genesis and Exodus. It can also symbolize a meeting place or marketplace. The word is used to describe important locations in the Bible.
Definition: : gate 1) gate 1a) gate (of entrance) 1b) gate (of space inside gate, i.e. marketplace, public meeting place) 1b1) city, town 1c) gate (of palace, royal castle, temple, court of tabernacle) 1d) heaven
Usage: Occurs in 302 OT verses. KJV: city, door, gate, port ([idiom] -er). See also: Genesis 19:1; 1 Chronicles 9:18; Psalms 9:14.
הַ/מִּקְדָּשׁ֙
miqdâsh
H4720
"sanctuary"
Art | N-ms
A sanctuary or holy place, like a temple or palace, set apart for God or idols, a sacred space.
Definition: 1) sacred place, sanctuary, holy place 1a) sanctuary 1a1) of the temple 1a2) of the tabernacle 1a3) of Ezekiel's temple 1a4) of Jehovah
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: chapel, hallowed part, holy place, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 15:17; Lamentations 1:10; Psalms 68:36.
הַֽ/חִיצ֔וֹן
chîytsôwn
H2435
"outer"
Art | Adj
This word means outer or external, describing something outside or secular. It is used in Ezekiel 40:5 to describe the outer wall of a building.
Definition: outer, external, outward
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: outer, outward, utter, without. See also: 1 Kings 6:29; Ezekiel 40:37; Ezekiel 46:21.
הַ/פֹּנֶ֖ה
pânâh
H6437
"Corner (Gate)"
Art | V-Qal
This Hebrew word means to turn or face something, like looking at a corner or a gate. It appears in descriptions of daily life and interactions, like in Genesis and Psalms. It's about changing direction or focus.
Definition: This name means corner, to turn, to turn back Another spelling of pin.nah (פִּנָּה "Corner( Gate)" H6438)
Usage: Occurs in 128 OT verses. KJV: appear, at (even-) tide, behold, cast out, come on, [idiom] corner, dawning, empty, go away, lie, look, mark, pass away, prepare, regard, (have) respect (to), (re-) turn (aside, away, back, face, self), [idiom] right (early). See also: Genesis 18:22; 2 Kings 13:23; Psalms 25:16.
קָדִ֑ים
qâdîym
H6921
"east"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means the direction east or the east wind, often used to describe geographical locations or the direction of the wind.
Definition: 1) east, east wind 1a) east (of direction) 1b) east wind
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: east(-ward, wind). See also: Genesis 41:6; Ezekiel 43:17; Psalms 48:8.
וְ/ה֖וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Conj | Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
סָגֽוּר
çâgar
H5462
"to shut"
V-Qal-Inf-c
To shut means to close something, like a door or a container. In the Bible, this word is used to describe surrendering or giving something up, like in the book of Ezra where the Israelites shut themselves in to pray.
Definition: 1) to shut, close 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to shut 1a2) to close, close up 1a3) closed up, closely joined, shut up 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be shut up 1b2) to be shut or closed 1c) (Piel) to shut up, deliver up 1d) (Pual) to be shut up 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to deliver up 1e2) to shut up, imprison 2) pure gold Aramaic equivalent: se.gar (סְגַר "to shut" H5463)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: close up, deliver (up), give over (up), inclose, [idiom] pure, repair, shut (in, self, out, up, up together), stop, [idiom] straitly. See also: Genesis 2:21; 1 Kings 11:27; Psalms 17:10.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 44:1
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- Context
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- Ezekiel 44:1 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 44:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 44:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 44:1
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 44:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 44:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 44:1
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 44:1
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 44:1
- Sermons on Ezekiel 44:1
Context — The East Gate Assigned to the Prince
1The man then brought me back to the outer gate of the sanctuary that faced east, but it was 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. 3Only the prince himself may sit inside the gateway to eat in the presence of the LORD. He must enter by way of the portico of the gateway and go out the same way.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 43:1 | Then the man brought me back to the gate that faces east, |
| 2 | Ezekiel 40:17 | Then he brought me into the outer court, and there were chambers and a pavement laid out all around the court. Thirty chambers faced the pavement, |
| 3 | Ezekiel 42:14 | Once the priests have entered the holy area, they must not go out into the outer court until they have left behind the garments in which they minister, for these are holy. They are to put on other clothes before they approach the places that are for the people.” |
| 4 | Ezekiel 40:6 | Then he came to the gate facing east and climbed its steps. He measured the threshold of the gate to be one rod deep. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 20:5 | Then Jehoshaphat stood in the assembly of Judah and Jerusalem in the house of the LORD in front of the new courtyard |
| 6 | Ezekiel 43:4 | and the glory of the LORD entered the temple through the gate facing east. |
| 7 | Acts 21:28–30 | crying out, “Men of Israel, help us! This is the man who teaches everywhere against our people and against our law and against this place. Furthermore, he has brought Greeks into the temple and defiled this holy place.” For they had previously seen Trophimus the Ephesian with him in the city, and they assumed that Paul had brought him into the temple. The whole city was stirred up, and the people rushed together. They seized Paul and dragged him out of the temple, and at once the gates were shut. |
| 8 | 2 Chronicles 33:5 | In both courtyards of the house of the LORD, he built altars to all the host of heaven. |
| 9 | 2 Chronicles 4:9 | He made the courtyard of the priests and the large court with its doors, and he overlaid the doors with bronze. |
| 10 | Ezekiel 46:1 | “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. |
Ezekiel 44:1 Summary
The outer gate of the sanctuary in Ezekiel 44:1 was shut, which means it was closed and nobody could go through it. This gate was special because the Lord, the God of Israel, had entered through it, and now it was to remain closed as a sign of respect and reverence for the Lord's presence, similar to the way we are called to reverence God in Psalm 95:6 and Hebrews 12:28-29. The shut gate reminds us that we must approach God with humility and respect, recognizing His holiness and majesty, as seen in Isaiah 6:1-5 and 1 Peter 1:15-16. By keeping the gate shut, the Lord was teaching the people about the importance of reverence and respect in their worship and approach to Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the outer gate of the sanctuary shut in Ezekiel 44:1?
The gate was shut because the Lord, the God of Israel, had entered through it, as we see in Ezekiel 44:2, and it was to remain closed as a sign of reverence and respect for the Lord's presence, similar to the way the Holy of Holies was restricted in Exodus 26:33-34 and Hebrews 9:3-5.
What is the significance of the outer gate facing east in Ezekiel 44:1?
The outer gate facing east may symbolize the direction from which the Lord's glory returns to the temple, as seen in Ezekiel 43:1-5, where the glory of the Lord enters from the east, similar to the vision in Ezekiel 10:18-19 and Isaiah 43:5-6.
Is the outer gate of the sanctuary in Ezekiel 44:1 a literal or symbolic gate?
While the gate may have been a literal entrance to the temple, its shut status also holds symbolic meaning, representing the exclusivity of the Lord's presence and the need for reverence and respect in approaching Him, as seen in Psalm 100:4 and Isaiah 6:1-5.
How does the shut gate in Ezekiel 44:1 relate to our personal walk with God?
The shut gate reminds us that our approach to God must be with reverence and humility, recognizing His holiness and majesty, as seen in Leviticus 11:44-45 and 1 Peter 1:15-16, and that we must come to Him through the prescribed means, such as through faith in Jesus Christ, as seen in John 14:6 and Acts 4:12.
Reflection Questions
- What does the image of the shut gate evoke in my heart, and how can I apply this to my own approach to worship and prayer?
- How can I balance the desire for intimacy with God with the need for reverence and respect, as represented by the shut gate in Ezekiel 44:1?
- In what ways can I, like the prince in Ezekiel 44:3, find ways to sit in the presence of the Lord and eat in His presence, symbolizing communion and fellowship with Him?
- What are the 'gates' in my life that need to be shut or restricted in order to prioritize my relationship with God and maintain a sense of reverence and respect for Him?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 44:1
Then he brought me back the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary,.... The prophet was brought by his divine guide, from the altar of burnt offerings, which stood before the house, where he had
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 44:1
Then he brought me back the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary which looketh toward the east; and it was shut. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 44:1
EZEKIEL CHAPTER 44 The east gate assigned only to the prince, . The people reproved for steering strangers to pollute the sanctuary, . Idolaters declared incapable of the priest’ s office, . The sons of Zadok are accepted thereto, ,16. Ordinances for the priests, . Then; when the altar was measured, and directions given for consecrating it at first, and for the perpetual use of it for future. Back; from the inner court, where be had been viewing the altar, to the outer part of the same court, and to the east gate thereof: others say it was to the templegate eastward and that the temple is called outward sanctuary, in respect of the holy of holies. It was shut; when, or by whom, the prophet says not, but he found it shut.
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 44:1
Ezekiel 44:1 Then he brought me back the way of the gate of the outward sanctuary which looketh toward the east; and it [was] shut.Ver. 1. Then he brought me back.] From the east gate, which was found shut, to the north gate, where the prophet received large instructions. Christ must be followed, though he seem to lead us in and out, backward and forward, as if we were treading a maze.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 44:1
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 in Ezekiel 44:3, and in Ezekiel 46
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Ezekiel 44:1
CHAPTER XLIV This chapter gives an account of the glory of God having returned to the temple, 14. The Jews reproved for suffering idolatrous priests to pollute it with their ministrations, 5-8. Ordinances respecting the conduct of the priests, and the maintenance due to them, 9-31. NOTES ON CHAP. XLIV Verse 1. The outward sanctuary] In opposition to the temple itself, which was the inner sanctuary.
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 44:1
Outward sanctuary - The court of the priests, as distinguished from the temple itself. This gate was reserved for the prince, to whom it was opened on certain days.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 44:1
THE OF THE .1-3. The prophet is now conducted “to the outer gate of the sanctuary” (R.V.), facing the east, which he had formerly seen open (Ezekiel 43:1), but which was now shut because the glory of
Sermons on Ezekiel 44:1
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Commentary Notes - Ezekiel by Walter Beuttler | Walter Beuttler preaches on the book of Ezekiel, focusing on the impending siege of Jerusalem and the prophet's visions, experiences, and messages. He highlights Ezekiel's lineage, |
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Ever Increasing River by Dennis Kinlaw | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a generous person who donated a large sum of money to a missionary organization. Despite lacking formal education and considering h |
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Studies in Zechariah 13 Zechariah 14: by John W. Bramhall | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the coming glory and victory of the light that will overcome the world's darkest night of history. He emphasizes that there will be physical |
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Holy Moments by Dennis Kinlaw | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the scripture lesson from the seventh chapter of the Gospel of John. Jesus speaks on the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles, inviting thos |
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(Through the Bible) Ezekiel by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the book of Ezekiel, highlighting the prophet's messages of warning, hope, and restoration for God's people. It emphasizes the importance of humility, holin |
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What Is Christianity by Robert B. Thompson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of dining with the Lord and not going into battle on an empty stomach. He highlights the desire of the Lord to be rich in our |
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Ezekiel 43:1 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the theme of the restoration of God's glory, tracing the journey of Israel from the initial presence of God's glory in the tabernacle and temple to its depar |