Moses was unable to enter the tabernacle because the glory of the Lord filled it, symbolizing that the law cannot enter where grace abides (Exodus 40:35).
Moses was not able to enter the tent of the congregation because it was filled with the glory of the Lord. This illustrates a profound theological truth: the law, represented by Moses, could not enter the space of grace provided by God. The tabernacle was constructed according to God's commands and served as a foreshadowing of Christ, where grace and mercy would be fully revealed. In this context, Moses' inability to enter signifies that the old covenant of law does not hold the same place as the new covenant of grace through Jesus Christ, who is able to enter and mediate on behalf of His people.
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