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The Rich Symbol of the Oil
Commentators explain this is not just any oil, but the specific, holy anointing oil used to consecrate the high priest. This oil symbolizes joy, holiness, a pleasing fragrance, and sacred dedication. Several scholars see it as a powerful metaphor for the Holy Spirit's anointing, which flows from Christ, the Head, to all believers in His church.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 133:2
18th Century
Theologian
It is like the precious ointment upon the head - This refers to the ointment that was poured upon the head of the high priest when …
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 133:2
19th Century
Bishop
It is like. —The italics of the Authorized Version are wrongly inserted. Unity could not be said to flow down. T…
John Gill
On Psalms 133:2
17th Century
Pastor
[It is] like the precious ointment upon the head
The composition which Moses was ordered to make of the principal sp…
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Matthew Henry
On Psalms 133:1–3
17th Century
Minister
We cannot say too much; it would be well if enough could be said to persuade people to live together in peace. It is good for us, for our honour an…