What is the meaning of 2 Chronicles 3:14?

He made the veil

The craftsman appointed by King Solomon “made the veil,” echoing the instructions first given to Moses (Exodus 26:31-33).

• This veil physically separated the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place, underscoring God’s holiness and humanity’s need for atonement.

• It points forward to the moment “the veil of the temple was torn in two” at Christ’s death (Matthew 27:51), showing that the barrier to God’s presence has been removed for believers (Hebrews 10:19-20).

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of blue, purple, and crimson yarn

• Blue often signified the heavens and reminded worshipers that true authority and purity come from above (Numbers 15:38-39).

• Purple, a royal color, highlighted the Kingly majesty of the LORD (Judges 8:26).

• Crimson (or scarlet) called attention to sacrifice and cleansing, anticipating the shed blood that alone can cover sin (Isaiah 1:18).

Together the colors declare God’s heavenly rule, His royal sovereignty, and His redemptive plan culminating in Christ’s sacrifice.

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and fine linen

• Fine linen was costly and pure, reserved for priestly garments and sacred furnishings (Exodus 39:27-29).

• Its inclusion in the veil emphasizes purity and righteousness as prerequisites for entering God’s presence (Revelation 19:8).

• Linen’s durability mirrors the enduring faithfulness of God’s covenant promises.

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with cherubim woven into it

• Cherubim first appear guarding Eden (Genesis 3:24); their woven images remind worshipers that sin keeps humanity from the unmediated glory of God.

• In the tabernacle and temple, cherubim signify the heavenly throne room where the LORD “sits enthroned between the cherubim” (1 Samuel 4:4).

• Their presence on the veil teaches that worship on earth mirrors the reality of heaven, preparing hearts for the ultimate High Priest who would open the way to that throne (Hebrews 9:24).

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summary

Every thread of Solomon’s veil—its construction, colors, fabric, and cherubim—proclaims God’s holiness, kingship, and redemptive love. While it once cautioned that sinful people could approach only through sacrifice, its fulfillment in Christ now invites all who trust Him to draw near with confident faith.