The Golden Altar, or the Altar of Incense, signifies Christ's intercession for His people and represents a perpetual offering to God.
The Golden Altar, as described in Exodus 30:1-10, is a significant piece of furniture that represents Christ's intercession and mediatorial work. It was made of shirim wood and overlaid with gold, symbolizing both Christ's humanity and His deity. This altar was positioned just outside the veil of the Most Holy Place, suggesting its importance in the ritual of worship. The incense burned upon it represents the prayers and intercessions of Christ on behalf of His people, indicating the continuous nature of His mediatorial role. The altar was only to be used for sacred purposes, reinforcing the idea that Christ alone, through His blood, creates access to God.
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