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How do we know that Christ is represented by the Lampstand?

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The construction and placement of the Lampstand in the Holy Place signifies Christ as the source of spiritual light and fellowship for His people.

The representation of Christ through the Lampstand is evident in its design and location within the Tabernacle. According to Exodus 25:31-36, the Lampstand was made of pure gold and crafted into a beautiful, symmetrical design, which symbolizes the divine glory of Christ. It was unique amongst the Tabernacle's furnishings as it was made of beaten work, illustrating the suffering and glorification of Christ for our salvation. Each of the seven lamps supported by the Lampstand corresponds to the perfection of Christ, emphasizing His role as the brightness of God's glory (Hebrews 1:3).

Furthermore, the fact that the Lampstand is located in the Holy Place, accessible only to the priestly family, indicates that it represents Christ as the source of light and fellowship exclusively provided to those in communion with Him. The significance is further exemplified in the fact that the Lampstand sheds light on the Table of Showbread and the Incense Altar, demonstrating that it is through Christ alone that believers can nourish their spiritual lives and offer acceptable worship, thus affirming His integral role in the ministry of the Spirit to His people.
Scripture References: Exodus 25:31-36, Hebrews 1:3

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The Lampstand
Arthur W. Pink · Sep 26, 2011
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