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The Ark Finds Its Home
Commentators explain that placing the ark in the Most Holy Place marked a major shift in Israel's worship. The poles used to carry the ark were drawn out, symbolizing that its journey was over. Unlike the mobile Tabernacle, the Temple provided a permanent, stationary dwelling place for the symbol of God's presence.
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1 Kings
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Kings 8:6–8
19th Century
Bishop
And the priests brought in the ark. — It is clear from this description that the ark was placed lengthwise between the ch…
John Gill
On 1 Kings 8:6
17th Century
Pastor
And the priests brought in the ark of the covenant of the Lord
unto his place
Destined…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Kings 8:1–11
17th Century
Minister
The bringing in the ark is the end that must crown the work. This was done with great solemnity.
The ark was fixed in the place appointed fo…