Ezekiel 46:2

"“‘The Lord GOD says: “The gate of the inner court that looks toward the east shall be shut the six working days; but on the Sabbath day it shall be opened, and on the day of the new moon it shall be opened."

Key Reflection

In Ezekiel 46:2, the Lord God delineates specific times when a particular gate in the inner court is open for worship. This gate, oriented toward the east, remains shut from Monday through Friday, reflecting the standard workdays of ancient Israel. However, on the Sabbath and during the new moon, it opens to facilitate additional religious activities, emphasizing the importance of these holy days in the spiritual life of the community.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

In the time of Solomon, priest, king, and people each took his due part in the temple-service. Of the later kings some forsook Yahweh for false gods, some encroached upon the prerogative of the priest. Now all should be set right. The prince occupies a position analogous to that of Solomon2 Chronicles 6:12-13, standing in front of the porch of the eastern gate of the inner court, and at the head of his people to lead their worship, while the priests are sacrificing before him.

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