Saint Ambrose Bishop of Milan, Italy (339 – April 4, 397 A.D.) – Ambrose diligently investigated both the events of Emperor Julian’s building attempt of the 3rd Temple (362 A.D.) in Jerusalem and also confirmed that the original Eastern Gate (Golden Gate, Beautiful Gate Acts 3:2) of the Temple Mount (still visible at the time of Saint Ambrose) was indeed closed & sealed.
The second and current wall was rebuilt and also closed in 1541 A.D. the original wall and closed gate is buried beneath the newer sealed Eastern Gate and East Wall on the Temple Mount.
East Gate Prophecy
Ezekiel 10:18–19
Ezekiel 11:23
Ezekiel 43:1–5
Eternal Christendom with Joshua Charles Ep. 28
While historical accounts and religious texts discuss Emperor Julian’s attempt to rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem and the sealing of the Eastern Gate, there are some nuances to consider regarding the claims presented.
Emperor Julian and the Temple:
It is historically documented that Emperor Julian, who reigned from 361 to 363 A.D. and was known for his efforts to revive paganism, did indeed attempt to rebuild the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem. This effort was likely part of his broader policy to undermine Christianity. However, his project was reportedly halted by unforeseen circumstances, including an earthquake and fires. Christian sources often interpret these events as divine intervention, preventing the Temple’s reconstruction.
The comparison of Julian to the Antichrist is a theological interpretation, primarily found in Christian tradition, given his opposition to Christianity and his attempt to rebuild the Temple, which some eschatological interpretations associate with the Antichrist.
Saint Ambrose and the Eastern Gate:
Saint Ambrose, Bishop of Milan, was a prominent figure in the 4th century A.D. It is plausible that he would have been aware of and commented on significant events like Julian’s Temple rebuilding attempt. His confirmation of the Eastern Gate being closed and sealed is consistent with historical observations.
The Eastern Gate, also known as the Golden Gate or Beautiful Gate, holds significant religious importance in both Jewish and Christian traditions. Its closure and sealing are often interpreted through prophetic lenses.
The Eastern Gate’s History:
The claim that “the second and current wall was rebuilt and also closed in 1541 A.D. the original wall and closed gate is buried beneath the newer sealed Eastern Gate and East Wall on the Temple Mount” is generally accurate. The current sealed Eastern Gate on the Temple Mount was indeed rebuilt and sealed by the Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in 1541. Archaeological and historical evidence suggests that earlier gates existed beneath the current structure, and these gates were also sealed at various times throughout history.
East Gate Prophecy (Ezekiel):
The passages from Ezekiel you cited are indeed central to the “East Gate Prophecy” in Christian and some Jewish eschatology:
• Ezekiel 10:18-19 and Ezekiel 11:23: These verses describe the glory of the Lord departing from the Temple, specifically moving from the cherubim to the threshold of the temple and then to the mountain east of the city.
• Ezekiel 43:1-5: This prophecy describes the return of the glory of the Lord to the Temple through the gate facing east.
These prophecies are interpreted by many as indicating that the Messiah (in Christian belief, Jesus Christ) will enter Jerusalem through the Eastern Gate upon his return, and that the gate will remain sealed until that time.
In summary, the information you’ve provided aligns with historical accounts and religious interpretations surrounding Emperor Julian’s attempt to rebuild the Temple, Saint Ambrose’s observations, the historical sealing of the Eastern Gate, and the associated prophecies in the Book of Ezekiel.
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