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It shall be made of a talent of pure gold, with all these accessories.
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An Offering of Great Value
Commentators consistently highlight the immense value of the materials used. A "talent of pure gold" weighed between 94 and 120 pounds, with a modern estimated value of over $500,000. This significant cost underscores the preciousness of God's presence and the importance of giving our very best in worship and service to Him.
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Exodus
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Exodus 25:31: A candlestick of pure gold - (). A lampstand rather than a candlestick. Its purpose was to support seven …
19th Century
Anglican
Of a talent of pure gold. —There are various estimates of the value and weight of the Hebrew gold talent, but none of them places …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Of a talent of pure gold shall he make it, with all these vessels . The common talent…
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The candlestick represents the light of God's word and Spirit, in and through Christ Jesus, given in this dark world to his believing people, to di…
