In the biblical context, "furnishing" refers to the items and materials used to equip and adorn spaces, particularly those of religious and domestic significance. The concept of furnishing is deeply embedded in the cultural and spiritual life of the Israelites, as seen in the detailed descriptions of the Tabernacle, the Temple, and various domestic settings throughout Scripture.

Tabernacle Furnishings

The Tabernacle, as described in the Book of Exodus, was the portable sanctuary used by the Israelites during their wanderings in the wilderness. God provided Moses with specific instructions for its construction and furnishing. The furnishings of the Tabernacle included the Ark of the Covenant, the Table of Showbread, the Golden Lampstand, and the Altar of Incense, among others. Each item had a specific purpose and symbolic meaning, reflecting the holiness and presence of God among His people.

· Ark of the Covenant: The Ark was the most sacred item, representing God's throne on earth. It was made of acacia wood and overlaid with gold, containing the stone tablets of the Law (Exodus 25:10-22).
· Table of Showbread: This table held the bread of the Presence, symbolizing God's provision and fellowship with His people (Exodus 25:23-30).
· Golden Lampstand: Also known as the Menorah, it provided light within the Holy Place and symbolized the light of God (Exodus 25:31-40).
· Altar of Incense: Positioned before the veil, it was used for burning incense, representing the prayers of the people ascending to God (Exodus 30:1-10).

Temple Furnishings

Solomon's Temple, a permanent structure built in Jerusalem, expanded upon the design and furnishings of the Tabernacle. The Temple's furnishings were more elaborate, reflecting the wealth and stability of the Israelite kingdom at that time.

· Bronze Altar: Used for burnt offerings, it was larger than the Tabernacle's altar and made of bronze (1 Kings 8:64).
· Sea of Cast Metal: A large basin for ceremonial washing, symbolizing purification (1 Kings 7:23-26).
· Golden Lampstands: Multiple lampstands were used, indicating the increased grandeur of the Temple (1 Kings 7:49).

Domestic Furnishings

In addition to religious settings, the Bible also provides glimpses into the domestic furnishings of ancient Israelite homes. These items were often simple and functional, reflecting the agrarian lifestyle of the people.

· Beds and Bedding: Mentioned in various passages, beds were typically mats or low platforms (Proverbs 7:16).
· Tables and Chairs: Used for dining and social gatherings, though often low to the ground (1 Samuel 20:25).
· Lamps: Essential for lighting homes, oil lamps are frequently mentioned (Matthew 5:15).

Symbolic and Spiritual Significance

Furnishings in the Bible often carry symbolic meanings, pointing to spiritual truths. For example, the Ark of the Covenant signifies God's covenant and presence, while the Lampstand represents His guidance and revelation. The meticulous attention to detail in the construction and furnishing of sacred spaces underscores the importance of worship and reverence for God.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of furnishing takes on a spiritual dimension. Believers are described as the temple of the Holy Spirit, with their lives being furnished with virtues and spiritual gifts. The Apostle Paul writes, "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control" (Galatians 5:22-23), indicating the qualities that should adorn a believer's life.

Overall, the theme of furnishing in the Bible highlights the importance of preparation, order, and beauty in both physical and spiritual realms, reflecting God's character and His desire for a relationship with His people.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Furnish.1100. glossa -- the tongue, a language
... This sign was repeated in Ac 10:46, 19:6 -- furnishing proof ( attestations) that
the Lord had incorporated all believers into Christ's (mystical) body (1 Cor ...
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4200. porismos -- a providing, a means of gain
... gain. From a derivative of poros (a way, ie Means); furnishing (procuring), ie
(by implication) money-getting (acquisition) -- gain. (porismon) -- 1 Occurrence. ...
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2677. katartismos -- a preparing, an equipping
... perfecting. From katartizo; complete furnishing (objectively) -- perfecting. see
GREEK katartizo. (katartismon) -- 1 Occurrence. 2676, 2677. ...
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2793. choresh -- wood, wooded height
... bough, forest, shroud, wood. From charash; a forest (perhaps as furnishing the material
for fabric) -- bough, forest, shroud, wood. see HEBREW charash. ...
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6329. puq -- to bring out, furnish, promote
... Word Origin a prim. root Definition to bring out, furnish, promote NASB Word Usage
furnishing (1), gains (1), give (1), obtain (1), obtains (2), promote (1). ...
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5414. nathan -- to give, put, set
... 2), entrusted* (1), establish (1), established (1), exchange (1), execute (1), executes
(2), fasten (2), fastened (1), find (1), furnishing (1), gave (293 ...
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In Memoriam.
... Dr. Douglas"assisted in every possible way; and to both in this line am I indebted
for what was the most important furnishing in the first instance for every ...
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Grant that Beauty be not to be Feared: Still it is to be Shunned ...
... [163] Are women who think that, in furnishing to their neighbour that which is demanded
of beauty, they are furnishing it to themselves also, to augment that ...
/.../tertullian/on the apparel of women/chapter iii grant that beauty be.htm

Rusty Money.
... completely lost. It is furnishing food for moths when it was meant to be furnishing
food for men, bread of wheat and bread of life. There ...
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On the Prophetical Office of Christ
... to be considered both the imposition of the office, and the discharge of it.1. The
imposition has sanctification, instruction or furnishing, inauguration, and ...
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Epistle xv. To Marinianus, Bishop of Ravenna.
... rule also must be no less carefully observed; that against the will of the abbot
of such monastery monks be not removed thence for furnishing other monasteries ...
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Import of the Great Commission.
... that many, and perhaps most, must aid in the work by proxy"by training up others,
by sending them forth, by encouraging them, and by furnishing the necessary ...
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Whether the Trinity of the Divine Persons Can be Known by Natural ...
... Reply to Objection 2: Reason may be employed in two ways to establish a point: firstly,
for the purpose of furnishing sufficient proof of some principle, as in ...
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The Church of God.
... What is necessary for the building and furnishing of the church of God is not necessary
in the formation and organization of a man-made ecclesiasticism. ...
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Methodist Book Concern
... in the districts, while the Concern was increasing its liabilities by being obliged
to pay the expense of those already on hand, and for furnishing a fresh ...
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From the Close of the General Conference of 1808, to the ...
... result of this good work was, that in the course of a few months about thirty of
these prisoners were formed into a society, furnishing satisfactory evidence ...
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Furnishing (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Furnish. Multi-Version
Concordance Furnishing (3 Occurrences). 2 Corinthians 5:12 ...
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Tyre (59 Occurrences)
... Leontes (Litany) passing through it to the sea, about 5 miles N. of Tyre, and the
copious fountain of Ras el-`Ain, 3 miles to the South, furnishing an abundant ...
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Furnishings (22 Occurrences)

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Old (3966 Occurrences)
... above. Nature is kindly and responsive, furnishing, fruits ready to his hand,
and requiring only that he "dress and keep" the garden. ...
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Year (4027 Occurrences)
... compare 25:25-28); moreover, it should exclude the possibility of selling any piece
of land permanently (Leviticus 25:23), the next verse furnishing the motive ...
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Numbers (136 Occurrences)
... This book is of special historical interest as furnishing us with details as to
the route of the Israelites in the wilderness and their principal encampments. ...
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Worth (36 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Valuable; of worthy; estimable; also, worth while. 3. (a.) Equal in value
to; furnishing an equivalent for; proper to be exchanged for. ...
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Instruction (117 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) The act of instructing, teaching, or
furnishing with knowledge; information. 2. (n.) That which ...
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Furniture (24 Occurrences)
... table, a seat, and lampstand. This was doubtless the furnishing of most
bedrooms when it could be afforded. The prophet Amos had ...
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Fall (522 Occurrences)
... It is referred to by our Lord and his apostles not only as being true, but as
furnishing the ground of all God's subsequent dispensations and dealings with the ...
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