Exodus39
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Study Guide
Public-domain commentary and original-language notes for Exodus 39.
Chapter Summary
In this chapter: The priests' garments. (1–31). The tabernacle completed. (32–43).
vv1-31
The priests' garments were rich and splendid. The church in its infancy was thus taught by shadows of good things to come; but the substance is Christ, and the grace of the gospel. Christ is our great High Priest. When he undertook the work of our redemption, he put on the clothes of service, he arrayed himself with the gifts and graces of the Spirit, girded himself with resolution to go through the undertaking, took charge of all God's spiritual Israel, laid them near his heart, engraved them on the palms of his hands, and presented them to his Father. And he crowned himself with holiness to the Lord, consecrating his whole undertaking to the honour of his Father's holiness. True believers are spiritual priests. The clean linen with which all their clothes of service must be made, is the righteousness of saints, Re 19:8.
vv32-43
The tabernacle was a type or emblem of Jesus Christ. As the Most High dwelt visibly within the sanctuary, even on the ark, so did he reside in the human nature and tabernacle of his dear Son; in Christ dwelt all the fulness of the Godhead bodily, Col 2:9. The tabernacle was a symbol of every real Christian. In the soul of every true follower of the Saviour the Father dwells, the object of his worship, and the author of his blessings. The tabernacle also typified the church of the Redeemer. The meanest and the mightiest are alike dear to the Father's love, freely exercised through faith in Christ. The tabernacle was a type and emblem of the heavenly temple, Re 21:3. What, then, will be the splendour of His appearance, when the cloud shall be withdrawn, and his faithful worshippers shall see him as he is!
Key Words
תְּכֵלֶת: the cerulean mussel, i.e. the color (violet) obtained therefrom or stuff dyed therewith
אַרְגָּמָן: purple (the color or the dyed stuff)
עָשָׂה: to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
שְׂרָד: stitching (as pierced with a needle)
בֶּגֶד: a covering, i.e. clothing; also treachery or pillage
שָׁרַת: to attend as a menial or worshipper; figuratively, to contribute to
קֹדֶשׁ: a sacred place or thing; rarely abstract, sanctity
אַהֲרוֹן: Aharon, the brother of Moses
צָוָה: (intensively) to constitute, enjoin
מֹשֶׁה: Mosheh, the Israelite lawgiver
Cross References
Exodus 39The original divine instructions for making the blue robe of the ephod.
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The original command to engrave 'HOLINESS TO THE LORD' on the golden plate.
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The explicit commandment and pattern for Aaron's holy garments of service, which are here executed.
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The precise instructions for fabricating the high priest's ephod, coupled at the shoulderpieces.
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The detailed instructions for making the double breastplate of judgment with its four rows of stones.
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The foundational command to build all tabernacle items according to the pattern shown on the mount.
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The presentation of the finished tabernacle components corresponds to the public call for materials.
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Moses inspects the completed work and pronounces it good, echoing God's creation inspection.
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Earlier designation of the clothes of service and holy garments for Aaron's priestly ministry.
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The final summary lists these completed clothes of service brought before Moses for inspection.
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The onyx stones on the shoulders serve as a memorial, typifying Christ bearing His people.
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Aaron bearing the names of Israel for a memorial, typifying Christ presenting His church.
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The precious stones of the breastplate parallel the gemstone foundations of the New Jerusalem.
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The specific directive to alternate golden bells and pomegranates along the robe's hem.
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The original instructions for the fine linen coats, mitres, and breeches for Aaron's sons.
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Prophetic expansion where 'HOLINESS UNTO THE LORD' is written even on bells of horses.
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New Testament confirmation that Moses made everything precisely according to the heavenly pattern.
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New Testament explanation of the ark of the covenant and the mercy seat.
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Connects back to the initiation of the priestly garments made for service.
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Corresponds to the original command concerning the holy garments and clothes of service.
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Parallels the subsequent blessing of the people by Moses and Aaron upon completion of setup.
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The actual investiture ceremony where Aaron is dressed in these completed garments.
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The pattern for the curious girdle of the ephod made of identical materials.
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Instructions for engraving the onyx stones like signets with the names of Israel's sons.
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The directive to make the breastplate of judgment with skilled, artistic work.
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Mandate that the twelve stones correspond to the twelve tribes of Israel.
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The requirement for wreathen chains of pure gold to secure the breastplate.
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Parallel summary statement recording that Moses fully finished the work of the tabernacle.
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The original instruction for the dyed rams' skins and badger skins tabernacle coverings.
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The command for setting the lamps of the pure candlestick in order before the Lord.
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The actual fabrication of the holy anointing oil and pure sweet incense.
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The original directive for the pins and cords of the court tabernacle service.
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Direct thematic parallel of Moses executing everything according to God's command.
Another historical milestone where Israel's leader blesses the people for obedient service.
David blesses the people after finishing the placement of the ark.
Eden's precious stones match the specific list of gems on the high priest's breastplate.
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