Tabernacle part 1
Purpose of Altar of Sacrifice?
Used for animal sacrifice. Animal sacrifices were symbolic of the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ
What is the veil in the tabernacle?
Where is it located?
What colors were on it?
The veil divided the holy place from the Holy of Holies. It was made of dyed blue, purple, and scarlet linen and was embroidered with the image of cherubim.
The veil symbolized the “separation between God and man.” Once a year, on the Day of Atonement, the high priest would pass through the veil to enter the Holy of Holies, which represented God’s presence
How is the tabernacle a type of Christ?
The Tabernacle is a central type of Christ as the place where God dwells among His people. Just as the Tabernacle was the center of the camp for God's presence, Jesus can dwelt among us also
Laver of water, what is its purpose?
Here the priests washed their hands and feet before entering the tabernacle or officiating at the altar of sacrifice
This was a reminder for the Israelites of the need to be clean as they participated in sacred ordinances and prepared to enter the Lord’s presence
What is the Ark of the covenant?
Where is it located, what is it made out of?
The ark of the covenant was the only object in the Holy of Holies. It was a large box made of fine wood overlaid with gold. The lid, called the mercy seat, was made of gold and had two angels called cherubim on top. The mercy seat represented the throne of God
After the Lord gave Moses instructions for creating the ark of the covenant, He promised, “There I will meet with thee, and I will commune with thee from above the mercy seat.”
How do the materials for the Tabernacle, which the people are instructed to bring in Exodus 35:6, represent different aspects of Christ’s nature?
What is the table of Shewbread?
Where is it located?
Each Sabbath, the priests would place 12 loaves of unleavened bread on the table of shewbread (pronounced showbread).
Bread is used throughout the scriptures as a symbol of Jesus Christ.
Additionally, the 12 loaves represented the twelve tribes of Israel.
What did the ark of the covenant co tain?
The tablets that contained the law given to Moses on Mount Sinai were placed inside the ark of the covenant. Throughout the years other sacred relics were added, including a pot of manna, Aaron’s rod, and a scroll of the law.
How is the holy of holiest a type of Christ?
The Holy of Holies is a type (foreshadowing) of Christ because it was the exclusive, sacred dwelling place of God’s presence on earth,
What is the candlestick? (Menorah)
Where does it go?
Placed across from the table of shewbread in the tabernacle.
Its seven lamps burned pure olive oil to provide light to the holy place. Light is a symbol of Jesus Christ, who is “the light of the world.
The light from the lamps can also symbolize other sources of light the Lord has blessed us with, including the Holy Ghost and the scriptures
Olive oil can be a symbol for purity, the influence of the Holy Ghost, and the atoning blood of Jesus Christ.
How is the cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night a type of Christ?
The cloud and fire that filled and guided the Tabernacle signify Christ, who is the manifestation of God’s glory.
Guidance He is the Way
Protection (The Shelter)
Illumination (The Light)
Constant Dependability The pillar never left the people; likewise, Jesus promises to be with believers always
What is the Altar of incense?
Where is it located?
The altar of incense was placed in front of the veil leading to the Holy of Holies. The high priest burned incense each morning and night at this altar. The smoke from the incense represented the prayers of the faithful ascending to God.
How was the construction of the tabernacle a type of Christ?
Obedience in Construction (Exodus 36-39): The artisans, led by Bezalel and Oholiab, created everything exactly as the Lord commanded Moses, illustrating Christ’s perfect obedience to the Father's will.