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What does the Bible say about the Mercy-seat?

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The Mercy-seat is described in Exodus 25:17-22 as the lid of the Ark of the Covenant, where God meets His people and where the blood of propitiation is sprinkled.

According to Exodus 25:17-22, the Mercy-seat serves as the cover for the Ark of the Covenant. It is made entirely of pure gold and is flanked by two cherubim that signify God's presence. This sacred seat represents where God meets with His people, emphasizing His mercy in the context of divine justice. The blood sprinkled on the Mercy-seat during the Day of Atonement symbolizes God's acceptance of the sacrifice that atones for the sins of His people, showcasing the intimate relationship between God's justice and mercy.
Scripture References: Exodus 25:17-22, Romans 3:25, Exodus 25:10-22, 1 John 2:2, Exodus 25:22, Jeremiah 17:12, Hebrews 9:5, Romans 3:24-25, Romans 5:19, Leviticus 16:14-15, Hebrews 9:1-5, Hebrews 9:12, Romans 8:32, Hebrews 4:16, 1 John 2:1-2, Romans 3:24-26, 1 John 4:10, Hebrews 9:1-12, Hebrews 9:14

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