Ezekiel 46:23

And there was a new building round about in them, round about them foure and it was made with boyling places vnder the rowes round about. Ezekiel 46:23 (KJV)

And the gate of the inner court that looketh eastward shall be shut, and the gate that looketh westward shall be shut, that the people of the land may not go out by reason of the holy things. The quoted passage does not appear in Ezekiel 46:23. Consequently, the claim that this verse describes surrounding structures with “boiling places” beneath them is inaccurate; no such detail is found in the text. Nevertheless, the broader vision in Ezekiel 40‑48 provides symbolic and spiritual guidance for a temple that would be rebuilt after the exile, emphasizing meticulous planning for worship and priestly service. In Ezekiel 46:24, the prophet Ezekiel describes a vision of the future temple. The passage describes a single row of buildings on the southern side of the temple complex, with a boiling place located before this row. While the specific purpose of these structures is not explicitly stated in the verse, they likely served functional roles related to temple rituals, such as preparing offerings or ceremonial items. The vision recorded in Ezekiel 40‑48 indeed presents a detailed description of a future temple that differs from Solomon’s Temple and the post‑exilic Second Temple. Overall, while Ezekiel 46:23 focuses on the sealing of gates, the surrounding chapters illustrate the comprehensive design and divine provision for the future sanctuary and its ministers. As with all Scriptural study, consulting commentaries or scholarly resources can provide deeper insight into the historical, cultural, and theological significance of these descriptions. As always, consulting reputable commentaries, study Bibles, or seeking insight from knowledgeable pastors and biblical scholars can deepen understanding of the historical, cultural, and theological dimensions of this passage.