Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

Therefore thy gates shall be open continually; they shall not be shut day nor night; that men may bring unto thee the forces of the Gentiles, and that their kings may be brought.

Bible References

Thy gates

Nehemiah 13:19
As the Sabbath approached and it began to get dark at the gates of Jerusalem, I gave word to shut the gates, charging that they should not be opened until after the Sabbath. I stationed some of my men at the gates to ensure that no loads would be brought in on the Sabbath day.
Revelation 21:25
Its gates will never be shut at the end of the day because there will be no night there.

General references

Isaiah 25:3
Therefore strong nations will glorify you; cities of ruthless nations will revere you.
Isaiah 61:5
Strangers will stand and feed your flocks, and foreigners will work your land and dress your vines.
Ezekiel 48:31
are to be the gates of the city. Named after the tribes of Israel, three gates are to serve the north site: one named the Reuben Gate, one named the Judah Gate, and one named the Levi Gate.

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