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An Unbroken Presence
Commentators describe a fascinating ritual for changing the showbread. To fulfill the command for it to be 'continually' before the Lord, priests would simultaneously remove the old loaves and set down the new ones. This careful act ensured the table was never empty, symbolizing God's constant provision and the people's perpetual worship.
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Leviticus
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Albert Barnes
On Leviticus 24:1–9
18th Century
Theologian
The oil for the lamps of the tabernacle and the meal for the showbread were to be offerings from the Congregation, like the meal for the Pentecosta…
Charles Ellicott
On Leviticus 24:8
19th Century
Bishop
Every sabbath he shall set it in order.—That is, Aaron is to carry out these instructions in the first instance, as we ar…
John Gill
On Leviticus 24:8
17th Century
Pastor
Every sabbath he shall set it in order before the Lord
continually
That is, the pries…
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Matthew Henry
On Leviticus 24:1–9
17th Century
Minister
The loaves of bread typify Christ as the Bread of life, and the food of the souls of his people. He is the Light of his church, the Light of the wo…