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He cast four rings of gold for it, in its four feet; even two rings on its one side, and two rings on its other side.
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Emblems of Spiritual Truth
While commentaries are sparse on the rings themselves, Matthew Henry notes that all the tabernacle furniture served as emblems of spiritual truth. The items collectively represented the work of Christ, the prayers of the saints, and the ministry of the Holy Spirit. The builders' precision in following God's instructions is presented as a model for our own obedience.
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Exodus
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19th Century
Anglican
This passage corresponds with Exodus 37:10-29 (derived from Exodus 25) and contains an account of the construction of the holy furniture:
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on Exodus 37:1).
Presbyterian
In the furniture of the tabernacle were emblems of a spiritual and acceptable service.
The incense represented the prayers of the saints. Th…
