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He made the ten lampstands of gold according to the ordinance concerning them; and he set them in the temple, five on the right hand, and five on the left.

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Following God's Pattern

Scholars explain that the phrase 'according to the ordinance' means the ten golden candlesticks were made following the specific, prescribed pattern God had given to Moses. This highlights the importance of adhering to God's instructions for worship, rather than relying on human invention.

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2 Chronicles

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On 2 Chronicles 4:7

18th Century

Theologian

According to their form — Rather, this means “after their manner” (compare 2 Chronicles 4:20). There is no allusion to the shape…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On 2 Chronicles 4:7

19th Century

Bishop

THE TEN GOLDEN CANDLESTICKS, THE TEN TABLES, THE HUNDRED GOLDEN BOWLS, AND THE COURTS (2 Chronicles 4:7–9).

Thi…

John Gill

John Gill

On 2 Chronicles 4:7

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on 2 Chronicles 3:1).

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On 2 Chronicles 4:1–22

17th Century

Minister

Here is a further account of the furniture of God's house. Both outside and inside, there was that which typified the grace of the gospel and fores…