Matthew Henry Commentary Hebrews 9:1-5

"Now even a first [covenant] had ordinances of divine service, and its sanctuary, [a sanctuary] of this world. For there was a tabernacle prepared, the first, wherein [were] the candlestick, and the table, and the showbread; which is called the Holy place. And after the second veil, the tabernacle which is called the Holy of holies; having a golden altar of incense, and the ark of the covenant overlaid round about with gold, wherein [was] a golden pot holding the manna, and Aaron`s rod that budded, and the tables of the covenant; and above it cherubim of glory overshadowing the mercy-seat; of which things we cannot now speak severally." — Hebrews 9:1-5 (ASV)

The apostle shows the Hebrews the typical reference of their ceremonies to Christ. The tabernacle was a movable temple, foreshadowing the unsettled state of the church on earth and the human nature of the Lord Jesus Christ, in whom the fulness of the Godhead dwelt bodily.

The typical meaning of these things has been shown in former remarks. The ordinances and articles of the Mosaic covenant point to Christ as our Light, and as the Bread of life to our souls. They also remind us of His Divine Person, His holy priesthood, perfect righteousness, and all-prevailing intercession.

Thus, the Lord Jesus Christ was all and in all from the beginning. And as interpreted by the gospel, these things are a glorious representation of the wisdom of God and confirm faith in Him who was prefigured by them.