Translations
Modern
When the prince enters, he shall go in through the portico of the gateway, and he shall go out the same way.
Traditional
And when the prince shall enter, he shall go in by the way of the porch of that gate, and he shall go forth by the way thereof.
Literal
And in the coming in of the prince, he shall come in by way of the portico of the gateway, and the same way he shall go out.
Latin
Cumque ingressurus est princeps, per viam vestibuli portæ ingrediatur, et per eamdem viam exeat.
Original
Hebrew
English
When the prince enters, he shall go in through the portico of the gateway, and he shall go out the same way.
Notes
Ezekiel described the prince's duties during special celebrations, including Sabbaths and new moon events. The prince represented the people in worship. He joined them in a procession through the temple and had the unique ability to approach the sacred area for them.
Theme notes and profiles
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Events
- Prophecies of Ezekielc. 593 BC
Glossary
Baptism of Jesus Book of Revelation Ezekiel (Person) Ezekiel, Book of Judaism New Jerusalem Pentecost Sadducees Son of Man Temple Theocracy