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He made for the altar a grating of a network of brass, under the ledge around it beneath, reaching halfway up.

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Faithful Repetition

Scholarly commentary on this specific verse is very limited. The primary observation is that this account of building the altar's grating closely follows the instructions given in Exodus 27. Commentators note that the repetition, with minor clarifications, underscores the theme of obedience and the faithful execution of God's specific commands for His dwelling place.

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Exodus

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 38:1–9

19th Century

Bishop

This passage corresponds to Exodus 38:1-8 of Exodus 27:1-8 in all main particulars, but is somewhat differently worded. The order of the clauses in…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 38:4

17th Century

Pastor

(See Gill on Exodus 38:1).

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…