Exodus Notes for 27:1-29:46

The Book of Exodus - Notes for 27:1-29:46

Exod. 27:1 The altar was 2.25 meters long, with the same width, and was 1.35 meters high. It was a type of cross, like the one upon which Christ offered himself, as an immaculate offering to GOD, in favor of sinners.

KINGDOM DYNAMICS
Exod. 27:1-28:43 Taking charge, LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS GOD called Moses and directly commanded him: "take charge" (from the Hebrew veatta). 1) "And you will command" (from the Hebrew veatta tezave, 27:20). The supervisor should intervene and take charge of the situation, always when the delegated leader moves in the wrong direction or there is some type of confusion. 2) "You will take with you" (from the Hebrew veatta hakrev, 28:1). Occasionally, the leader directs by putting an arm around his subordinates to affirm them, encourage them or identify with them. 3) "And you will speak to all the wise of heart" (from the Hebrew veatta tedeber, 28:3). Occasionally, to avoid misunderstandings, an administrator needs "to take charge", speaking directly to all the laborers instead of directing them through other subordinate leaders. The wise leader knows when to loosen the reins, but he won't give up full control until GOD indicates it. (Acts 1:14/Exod. 28:1,2) J.B.

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Exod. 27:1-28:43 Taking charge, LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS GOD called Moses and directly commanded him: "take charge" (from the Hebrew veatta). 1) "And you will command" (from the Hebrew veatta tezave, 27:20). The supervisor should intervene and take charge of the situation, always when the delegated leader moves in the wrong direction or there is some type of confusion. 2) "You will take with you" (from the Hebrew veatta hakrev, 28:1). Occasionally, the leader directs by putting an arm around his subordinates to affirm them, encourage them or identify with them. 3) "And you will speak to all the wise of heart" (from the Hebrew veatta tedeber, 28:3).

Occasionally, to avoid misunderstandings, an administrator needs "to take charge", speaking directly to all the laborers instead of directing them through other subordinate leaders. The wise leader knows when to loosen the reins, but he won't give up full control until GOD indicates it. (Acts 1:14/Exod. 28:1,2) J.B.

Exod. 27:9-19 The atrium around the tabernacle was 45 meters long and 22.5 meters wide, and marked the perimeter of the sacred enclosure. It offered a large space to carry out sacrifices.

Exod. 27:19 Of brass shows that while the distance was greater with respect to the Holiest Place, the value of the materials employed in the tabernacle was less.

Exod. 27:20,21 The oil to be burned in the lamps, put in order by Aaron and his sons, symbolized the Holy Spirit. The oil of crushed olives, which was better, was used in the tabernacle.

Exod. 27:21 The tabernacle of reunion is another way of designating the tabernacle.

Exod. 28:1-43 Aaron wore vestments different from the others, because he was the highest representative of the children of Israel. As high priest, Aaron fulfilled the role of head of the representatives of the people before GOD; inversely, he also represented GOD before the people.

KINGDOM DYNAMICS
Exod. 28:1,2 Authority, LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS Moses' authority came from GOD by direct revelation (33:11), while that of Aaron came from his office, through divine indication. Moses didn't have special vestments, but Aaron needed "sacred vestments", that gave him beauty and glory (28:2). Aaron's office and his attire were essentials to put his authority over the people into manifestation, while Moses didn't need any of those adornments. He was humble and modest, but in crucial moments, when clear and firm decisions were necessary, he was exacting and authoritative. This duality in the spiritual authority gave place to misunderstandings and, sometimes, to conflicts. But, we realize that no confusion exists in the divine order when we see that there are two types of leaders in the Bible, since both are necessary in a healthy and balanced church or organization. Every person who enjoys great popularity, has a strong will, or a prophetic vision, needs an Aaron, the priest who ministers most directly to the peoples' needs. The different levels of authority shouldn't be considered competitive elements, but complementary. (Exod. 27:1-28,43/Judges 4:1-5:31) J.B.

KINGDOM DYNAMICS

Exod. 28:1,2 Authority, LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS Moses' authority came from GOD by direct revelation (33:11), while that of Aaron came from his office, through divine indication. Moses didn't have special vestments, but Aaron needed "sacred vestments", that gave him beauty and glory (28:2). Aaron's office and his attire were essentials to put his authority over the people into manifestation, while Moses didn't need any of those adornments. He was humble and modest, but in crucial moments, when clear and firm decisions were necessary, he was exacting and authoritative. This duality in the spiritual authority gave place to misunderstandings and, sometimes, to conflicts. But, we realize that no confusion exists in the divine order when we see that there are two types of leaders in the Bible, since both are necessary in a healthy and balanced church or organization. Every person who enjoys great popularity, has a strong will, or a prophetic vision, needs an Aaron, the priest who ministers most directly to the peoples' needs. The different levels of authority shouldn't be considered competitive elements, but complementary. (Exod. 27:1-28,43/Judges 4:1-5:31) J.B.

Exod. 28:5-14 The ephod was an elaborate quadruple dress piece, upon which Aaron symbolically led Israel into the presence of GOD (v.12).

Exod. 28:15-30 The breastplate was a piece of very fine cloth, of double needlework, square, measuring 25 cm on each side. Twelve precious stones were placed upon it, symbolizing once again Aaron leading Israel before GOD, this time upon his heart.

Exod. 28:30 Urim and Thummim were placed on the pectoral. They were objects utilized to discover GOD's will.

LITERARY RICHES
Exod. 28:30 always (KJV-continually), tamid; Strong #8548: Constantly, continually, perpetually, perennially. It's assumed that this adverb comes from a root that means "prolong it for eternity"; "extend it forever". Tamid figures more than 100 times in the Old Testament and basically holds the idea of something incessant and permanent. In 29:42 tamid describes the burnt offering as a "continual burnt offering". The terms "permanent", "daily" or "regular" could also be used. Tamid appears in several known verses: "My eyes are always toward Jehovah" (Psa. 25:15), "His praise will be continually in my mouth" (Psa. 34:1), "Jehovah will always shepherd you, and satisfy your soul in drought" (Is. 58:11).

LITERARY RICHES

Exod. 28:30 always (KJV-continually), tamid; Strong #8548: Constantly, continually, perpetually, perennially. It's assumed that this adverb comes from a root that means "prolong it for eternity"; "extend it forever". Tamid figures more than 100 times in the Old Testament and basically holds the idea of something incessant and permanent. In 29:42 tamid describes the burnt offering as a "continual burnt offering". The terms "permanent", "daily" or "regular" could also be used. Tamid appears in several known verses: "My eyes are always toward Jehovah" (Psa. 25:15), "His praise will be continually in my mouth" (Psa. 34:1), "Jehovah will always shepherd you, and satisfy your soul in drought" (Is. 58:11).

Exod. 28:31-35 The mantle of the ephod was placed under the ephod and the pectoral to remind Aaron of the nearness of GOD.

Exod. 28:33-34 Pomegranates are sweet, round fruits with a hard rind that symbolized GOD's provision.

Exod. 28:36 Holiness to Jehovah spoke of the devotion and life style of the high priest of the people of Israel as GOD's chosen.

Exod. 28:40,41 All the priests needed special vestments to realize their authority. Those of the sons of Aaron were less ostentatious.

Exod. 28:42,43 Aaron as well as his sons used linen underclothes to cover his nudity The exposure of the genitals was common in Canaanite worship (see 20:26).

Exod. 29:1 Consecrate them: Literally means "make them holy". A priest was consecrated, that is, made holy or entirely set apart for the service of GOD, through a special ceremony.

Exod. 29:4 The cleansing rituals had to do with the external purification of a person. They anticipated the baptism of the New Testament (Rom. 6:4).

Exod. 29:10-14 It is an offering for sin: Also called guilt offering, it was presented for the sins committed intentionally or unintentionally for which there was no possible restitution. The guilt of the sin was symbolically transferred from the one who presented the offering to the animal through the laying on of hands. Then the animal was sacrificed, and the guilt was settled.

Exod. 29:15-18 The burnt offering was a symbol of the dedication of the new priest to GOD. See the notes for Leviticus 1:3 and 1:4.

Exod. 29:19,20 In the ordination ceremony, the blood of the ram was applied to the ear of the priest as a sign that he would only hear the Word of the LORD, to the thumb of the right hand as a sign that he would fulfill his duties as priest, and on the big toe of the right foot as a symbol that he would walk in the ways of righteousness.

Exod. 29:24 Wave offering: See the note for Leviticus 3:1.

Exod. 29:28 Heave offering: See the note for Leviticus 3:1.

Exod. 29:29 Here the priestly succession from Aaron is instituted.

Exod. 29:38-46 The double offering daily served to evidence that each day should begin and end with an offering of worship to GOD.

Exod. 29:42 This section emphasizes the importance of praise and devotion in the life of the people and the life of each servant of GOD.

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