The Pulpit Commentary on Exodus 27:16

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public domain

For the gate. The word used is the common one for "gate;" but here it rather signifies "entrance." Strictly speaking, there was no "gate;" the worshippers entered by drawing aside the curtain. This was a hanging of similar material, colours, and workmanship to that which hung in front of the tabernacle (Exodus 26:36).

By its contrast with the white linen screen which surrounded the rest of the court, it would show very clearly where men were to enter.

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