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He made the altar of burnt offering of acacia wood. It was square. Its length was five cubits, its breadth was five cubits, and its height was three cubits.

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Faithful Obedience Builds Confidence

Commentators emphasize that this chapter reports the faithful fulfillment of God's commands from Exodus 27. The meticulous construction of the altar, exactly as prescribed, was essential. As John Calvin notes, this obedience gave the people confidence that their sacrifices for sin and thanksgiving would be accepted by God.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Exodus 38:1

18th Century

Theologian

For Exodus 38:1-7 and Exodus 38:9-20, see the notes to Exodus 27.

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 38:1

19th Century

Bishop

He made the altar.—From the furniture of the sanctuary, the transition is natural to the furniture of the court in which it stood.…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Exodus 38:1

16th Century

Theologian

And he made the altar of burnt-offering. The purpose of this chapter is the same as that of the last, except that the order of some parts …

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John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 38:1

17th Century

Pastor

Ver. 1-7. And he made the altar of burnt offering
That is, Exodus 38:2

(See …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 38:1–8

17th Century

Minister

In all ages of the church there have been some persons more devoted to God, more constant in their attendance upon his ordinances, and more willing…