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All the gold that was used for the work in all the work of the sanctuary, even the gold of the offering, was twenty-nine talents, and seven hundred thirty shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary.
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An Astonishingly Valuable Gift
Commentators emphasize the immense value of the gold used—over 29 talents. Modern estimates range from £130,000 to £320,000 in historical British currency, equivalent to many millions of dollars today. This staggering sum highlights the people's incredible generosity and their desire to build a dwelling for God worthy of His glory.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Of the holy place - Rather, of the sanctuary. The gold was employed not only in the holy place, but in the most holy place and in the entran…
19th Century
Anglican
All the gold that was used for the Work. —Rather, that was made use of for the work.
The gold of the offeri…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
All the gold that was occupied for the work, in all the work of the [place] That was …
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