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The cubit on the one side, and the cubit on the other side, of that which remains in the length of the curtains of the tent, shall hang over the sides of the tent on this side and on that side, to cover it.

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Humble Exterior, Inner Glory

Matthew Henry suggests a powerful spiritual metaphor in the Tabernacle's layers. The plain, durable outer coverings hiding the precious, glorious inner sanctuary represents Christ and the Church. Outwardly humble, they possess an inner glory and preciousness that is seen by God.

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Exodus

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Exodus 26:1–37

18th Century

Theologian

(). The tabernacle was to comprise three main parts: the tabernacle (Exodus 26:1–6), more strictly speaking; its tent ([Reference Exodu…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 26:7–13

19th Century

Bishop

2. THE GOATS' HAIR TENT-CLOTH.

An awning such as that described in Exodus 26:1-6 would have neither kept out sun no…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 26:13

17th Century

Pastor

And a cubit on the one side, and a cubit on the other side o
that which remains in the length of the cur…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 26:7–14

17th Century

Minister

The curtains of inferior materials, being made both longer and broader, covered the others, and were protected by coverings of skins. The whole rep…