Exodus 27:16 - Exposition

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.