Ezekiel 40:22 Meaning and Explanation
“And their windows, and their arches, and their palm trees, were after the measure of the gate that looketh toward the east; and they went up unto it by seven steps; and the arches thereof were before them.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The north gate matches the east gate in windows, arches, and palm trees; seven steps lead up to it.
The Context of Ezekiel 40:22
The north gate replicates the east gate's ornamentation and adds seven ascending steps.
What Does Ezekiel 40:22 Mean?
Windows, arches, and palm-tree decorations are identical to the eastern gate, maintaining the sanctuary's aesthetic and symbolic unity. Seven steps lead upward to enter, suggesting an ascent into increasingly holy space. The number seven carries significance—often representing completeness or divine perfection in scripture.
The phrase 'the arches thereof were before them' indicates that the arches (vaulted passages) face forward toward those approaching, a welcoming architectural feature that guides people inward.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ezekiel 40:22
What does Ezekiel 40:22 mean?
The north gate matches the east gate in windows, arches, and palm trees; seven steps lead up to it.
What is the context of Ezekiel 40:22?
The north gate replicates the east gate's ornamentation and adds seven ascending steps.