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What does the fire on the altar represent?

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The fire on the altar symbolizes God's holy justice and the necessity of atonement for sin.

The fire that is commanded to burn perpetually on the altar represents the unending holiness and justice of God. It signifies that God's wrath against sin is a serious matter, requiring a continual atonement. In Leviticus 6:8-13, we are reminded that the fire must never go out, signifying God's relentless justice; it is an emblem of the severe reality of sin's consequences and the need for a sacrifice, ultimately fulfilled in Christ. The fire consuming the offering foreshadows Christ consuming the wrath of God on our behalf.
Scripture References: Leviticus 6:13, Hebrews 13:10

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