Ezek. 46:1–3 The whole community—prince, priests, and people—participates in the weekly and monthly observances, but the prince plays the key role. The east gate of the inner court is where these observances occur. This gate separates the most sacred and the outer court. The prince takes his place in the gateway but does not enter the inner court, which is reserved for the priests. The gateway remains open (v. 2), so the people in the outer court can see the inner sanctuary (v. 3).
Ezek. 46:8–10 The movements of prince and people are coordinated for festival gatherings. The prince’s use of the east gate is allowed only on certain occasions (v. 8). The movement of the crowd (v. 9) is clear, although no explanation is offered. Every worshiper uses the outer court. Passing by the east gate makes them aware of the holy inner court as well.
Ezek. 46:16–18 The prince’s territories are protected from permanently belonging to another family. This does not limit the prince’s generosity—servants can still receive gifts (v. 17)—but property returns to the prince in the year of liberty.
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