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A Symbol of Required Purity
Commentators explain that the bronze laver was more than a washbasin; it was a constant reminder of the holiness God requires. Its placement between the altar and the tabernacle entrance signified that purity was essential before any act of worship or service. As John Calvin notes, it taught even the priests their own unworthiness and need for cleansing before approaching God.
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Exodus
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Albert Barnes
On Exodus 30:17–21
18th Century
Theologian
(Exodus 38:8) The bronze for the “Laver of brass” and its foot was supplied from the bronze mirrors of the women who voluntarily gave u…
Charles Ellicott
On Exodus 30:18
19th Century
Bishop
THE BRAZEN LAVER.
You shall also make a laver of brass. —Rather, of bronze. (See Note on Exodus 25:3.) Wa…
John Calvin
On Exodus 30:18
16th Century
Theologian
Thou shalt also make a laver of brass. Although this oblation was a sign of the purity God required in His priests, yet, since this hollow…
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John Gill
On Exodus 30:18
17th Century
Pastor
You shall also make a laver of brass, and its foot also
of brass, to wash [withal]
For …
Matthew Henry
On Exodus 30:17–21
17th Century
Minister
A large brass basin, holding water, was to be placed near the door of the tabernacle. Aaron and his sons must wash their hands and feet at this lav…