Sanctification: Tabernacle Sanctified by God's Presence
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The concept of sanctification in the context of the Tabernacle is deeply rooted in the biblical narrative, where the presence of God is the ultimate sanctifying force. The Tabernacle, also known as the Tent of Meeting, served as the dwelling place of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness. It was a sacred space, meticulously constructed according to divine instructions given to Moses on Mount Sinai.

Divine Instructions and Construction

The instructions for building the Tabernacle are detailed in the Book of Exodus. God commanded Moses, "And they are to make a sanctuary for Me, so that I may dwell among them" (Exodus 25:8). The Tabernacle was to be a portable sanctuary, reflecting the holiness and glory of God. Its construction involved specific materials and dimensions, symbolizing purity and divine order.

The Sanctification Process

The sanctification of the Tabernacle involved several key elements. Firstly, the anointing of the Tabernacle and its furnishings with sacred oil was essential. Exodus 40:9 states, "Take the anointing oil and anoint the tabernacle and everything in it; consecrate it and all its furnishings, and it will be holy." This act of anointing set apart the Tabernacle for God's exclusive use, marking it as holy.

Secondly, the consecration of the priests, particularly Aaron and his sons, was crucial for the sanctification process. They were to serve as mediators between God and the people. Exodus 29:44 declares, "So I will consecrate the Tent of Meeting and the altar, and will consecrate Aaron and his sons to serve Me as priests." The priests' sanctification was integral to maintaining the holiness of the Tabernacle.

God's Presence as the Ultimate Sanctifier

The most profound aspect of the Tabernacle's sanctification was the indwelling presence of God. The Shekinah glory, a visible manifestation of God's presence, filled the Tabernacle upon its completion. Exodus 40:34-35 records, "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."

This divine presence was the ultimate sanctifying force, transforming the Tabernacle into a holy space. The cloud by day and the fire by night signified God's continual presence and guidance, as noted in Exodus 40:38: "For the cloud of the LORD was over the tabernacle by day, and fire was in the cloud by night, in the sight of all the house of Israel during all their travels."

Symbolism and Theological Significance

The sanctification of the Tabernacle by God's presence holds profound theological significance. It symbolizes God's desire to dwell among His people and His provision of a means for them to approach Him. The Tabernacle foreshadows the ultimate sanctification through Jesus Christ, who is described as the true Tabernacle in the New Testament. John 1:14 states, "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth."

In summary, the sanctification of the Tabernacle by God's presence underscores the holiness required for communion with God and prefigures the greater reality of God's presence with humanity through Christ. The Tabernacle serves as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of divine holiness and the call for God's people to be set apart for His purposes.
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Exodus 29:43
And there I will meet with the children of Israel, and the tabernacle shall be sanctified by my glory.
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Exodus 40:34,35
Then a cloud covered the tent of the congregation, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle.
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Psalm XLVI.
... "The Most High hath sanctified His tabernacle:" since then there followeth the mention
of Sanctification, it is ... Holy Spirit, by whom is sanctified every godly ...
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What is Sanctification?
... example of the sanctification of the tabernacle and its ... of scripture teach us that
sanctification is a ... Jesus prayed that His disciples might become sanctified. ...
/.../byers/sanctification/chapter i what is sanctification.htm

Consecration to God --Illustrated by Abraham's Circumcision
... At the Metropolitan Tabernacle,. ... holiness is a flower, not a root; it is not
sanctification that saves ... eyes." But this is the mark of the truly sanctified man ...
/.../spurgeons sermons volume 14 1868/consecration to godillustrated by abrahams.htm

The Relation of the Will of God to Sanctification
... could be sanctified, an altar, a tabernacle, gold and ... end of all things is in
sanctification through faith ... "By the which will ye are sanctified." Between these ...
//christianbookshelf.org/drummond/the ideal life/the relation of the will.htm

Twenty-Seventh Day. Holiness and Service.
... The tabernacle was holy, to serve as a dwelling for the ... us root deeper and deeper
in Christ our sanctification, in whom ... A sanctified soul God will use to save. ...
/.../murray/holy in christ/twenty-seventh day holiness and service.htm

Twenty-Third Day. Holiness and the Body.
... members as servants of righteousness unto sanctification.' Saviour ... 1. In the tabernacle
and temple, the material ... by God's word, quickened and sanctified by the ...
/.../murray/holy in christ/twenty-third day holiness and the.htm

"If So be that the Spirit of God Dwell in You. Now if any Man have ...
... rebellious nature behoved to be first sanctified this way ... Spirit enlightens, so he
enlivens this tabernacle or temple ... not only a Spirit of sanctification, but of ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon xxiv if so be.htm

Scriptural Types.
... and his sons were consecrated and the people sanctified, and when ... as that did the
sin-offering in the sanctification of the ... (1.) The Mosaic tabernacle was, as ...
/.../barrows/companion to the bible/chapter xxxvii scriptural types.htm

The Epistle to the Hebrews
... the Jews as embodied in the Tabernacle or Temple ... been much discussion as to what
sanctification in such ... The people were sanctified, not when they were raised ...
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The New Covenant.
... of the sanctuary, and of the true tabernacle, which the ... Epistle to the Romans appears
here as sanctification. ... We have actually been thus sanctified through the ...
/.../chapter viii the new covenant.htm

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