The order of topics in 40 through 48 follows generally those of the priestly writings of the Pentateuch (Ex 25-31;33-40; Lv; Nm 1-10; 32; 34-35). The temple plan follows generally the latest form of the Solomonic Temple but with an emphasis on safeguarding the sanctity of the temple from profane contact. For example, the eastern gate ("the gate which faced the east," 40,5) is a military gate, like gates found in Gezer, Hazor, and Megiddo, which contain four successive recesses so that guards can interrupt chariots rushing the gate. The nearness of the king's palace to the temple in the old system is vigorously criticized (43,6-12). The Lord returns to the temple (43,1-5), and Ezekiel sees "that the temple was filled with the glory of the Lord" (v.5).
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