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He made the poles of acacia wood, and overlaid them with gold, to carry the table.

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A Symbol of Spiritual Food

Matthew Henry explains that the table carried by these staves held the showbread, which symbolized the abundant spiritual provision for those who hunger and thirst after righteousness. This provision is now fully realized in the gospel, sacraments, and ordinances of the church.

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Exodus

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 37:1–24

19th Century

Bishop

This passage corresponds with Exodus 37:10-29 (derived from Exodus 25) and contains an account of the construction of the holy furniture:

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 37:15

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on Exodus 37:1).

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 37:1–29

17th Century

Minister

In the furniture of the tabernacle were emblems of a spiritual and acceptable service.

The incense represented the prayers of the saints. Th…