Topical Encyclopedia The Tabernacle, often referred to as the "Tabernacle of the Lord," holds a significant place in the religious and cultural history of the Israelites as described in the Old Testament. It served as the portable earthly dwelling place of Yahweh among the people of Israel during their journey through the wilderness after the Exodus from Egypt.Biblical Description and Construction The instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle are detailed in the Book of Exodus. God commanded Moses to build the Tabernacle as a sanctuary so that He might dwell among His people. The divine blueprint for the Tabernacle is given in Exodus 25:8-9 : "Then have them make a sanctuary for Me, so that I may dwell among them. You must make it according to all that I will show you—the pattern of the tabernacle as well as the pattern of all its furnishings." The Tabernacle was a tent-like structure, designed to be dismantled and transported as the Israelites moved. It was constructed with precise measurements and materials, including acacia wood, gold, silver, bronze, fine linen, and various colored yarns. The structure consisted of the Outer Court, the Holy Place, and the Most Holy Place (Holy of Holies), where the Ark of the Covenant was kept. Significance and Function The Tabernacle served as the central place of worship and sacrifice for the Israelites. It was the focal point of their religious life, where priests performed rituals and offerings to atone for the sins of the people and to maintain their covenant relationship with God. The presence of God was symbolically represented by the Shekinah glory, which dwelt above the mercy seat of the Ark of the Covenant in the Holy of Holies. The Tabernacle was also a place of divine revelation. It was here that God communicated His laws and commandments to Moses, guiding the Israelites in their spiritual and communal life. The Tabernacle's design and function foreshadowed the coming of Jesus Christ, who is seen as the ultimate fulfillment of God's presence among His people. Biblical References The Tabernacle is frequently mentioned throughout the Pentateuch and other Old Testament books. In Exodus 40:34-35 , the completion of the Tabernacle is marked by the descent of the glory of the Lord: "Then the cloud covered the Tent of Meeting, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. Moses was unable to enter the Tent of Meeting because the cloud had settled on it, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle." In the New Testament, the Tabernacle is referenced as a symbol of the temporary and preparatory nature of the Old Covenant, pointing to the eternal and perfect work of Christ. Hebrews 9:11 states, "But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that have come, He went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle that is not made by hands, that is, not of this creation." Theological Implications The Tabernacle of the Lord represents God's desire to dwell among His people and to establish a covenant relationship with them. It underscores the holiness of God and the need for atonement and mediation between God and humanity. The Tabernacle's intricate design and sacrificial system highlight the seriousness of sin and the provision of grace through divine instruction. The Tabernacle also serves as a typological precursor to the Temple in Jerusalem and ultimately to the incarnation of Jesus Christ, who "tabernacled" among us (John 1:14). It is a profound testament to God's faithfulness and His plan of redemption, which unfolds throughout the biblical narrative. Torrey's Topical Textbook Joshua 22:19Notwithstanding, if the land of your possession be unclean, then pass you over to the land of the possession of the LORD, wherein the LORD's tabernacle dwells, and take possession among us: but rebel not against the LORD, nor rebel against us, in building you an altar beside the altar of the LORD our God. Torrey's Topical Textbook 1 Kings 2:28 1 Chronicles 16:39 Library The Dissolution of Our Tabernacle Consistent with the Resurrection ... The Mystic Meaning of the Tabernacle and Its Furniture. The First Sermon in the Tabernacle The True Tabernacle, and Its Glory of Grace and Peace What is the Sanctuary? What is the Sanctuary? Following the Cloud. The Angels with the Seven vials. Every Inch a King. 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