Ex 25:31–40. Seven branches with almond-blossom cups. Christ fulfillment: Light of the World (John 8:12; 9:5). Cross-link to Rev 1:12–13: Christ stands among seven golden lampstands (the seven churches).
Lampstand (Menorah) — light
Hammered from a single talent of pure gold, ~75 lb, formed from one solid piece.
Primary passage:Exodus 25:31 →
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John Calvin
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2. Speak unto the children of Israel. If any caviller should raise a question as to the time in which I have thought fit to introduce this history, although I would not pertinaciously contend with him, still I have not only a probable, but a sure reason for my opinion.…
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