Contradiction with Matthew 7:13
Contrasts the idea of expansive gates with the concept of the narrow gate that leads to life, highlighting the spiritual significance rather than physical dimensions.
Matthew 7:13: Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide [is] the gate, and broad [is] the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: [strait: or, narrow]
Contradiction with John 10:1
Talks about entering by the door rather than an unauthorized way, contradicting the concept of simply describing architectural gates.
John 10:1: Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that entereth not by the door into the sheepfold, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber.
Contradiction with Genesis 28:17
Refers to the "gate of heaven" as a sacred entry, which differs from the more physical and structural descriptions of gates in Ezekiel's vision.
Genesis 28:17: And he was afraid, and said, How dreadful [is] this place! this [is] none other but the house of God, and this [is] the gate of heaven.
Contradiction with Revelation 21:12
Describes the gates of New Jerusalem with twelve angels and names of the twelve tribes, providing a symbolic view that contrasts with the literal measurement focus in Ezekiel.
Revelation 21:12: And had a wall great and high, [and] had twelve gates, and at the gates twelve angels, and names written thereon, which are [the names] of the twelve tribes of the children of Israel: