Exode - Caput 27

Exode 27.1 facies et altare de lignis setthim quod habebit quinque cubitos in longitudine et totidem in latitudine id est quadrum et tres cubitos in altitudine Exode 27.2 cornua autem per quattuor angulos ex ipso erunt et operies illud aere Exode 27.3 faciesque in usus eius lebetas ad suscipiendos cineres et forcipes atque fuscinulas et ignium receptacula omnia vasa ex aere fabricabis Exode 27.4 craticulamque in modum retis aeneam per cuius quattuor angulos erunt quattuor anuli aenei Exode 27.5 quos pones subter arulam altaris eritque craticula usque ad altaris medium Exode 27.6 facies et vectes altaris de lignis setthim duos quos operies lamminis aeneis Exode 27.7 et induces per circulos eruntque ex utroque latere altaris ad portandum Exode 27.8 non solidum sed inane et cavum intrinsecus facies illud sicut tibi in monte monstratum est Exode 27.9 facies et atrium tabernaculi in cuius plaga australi contra meridiem erunt tentoria de bysso retorta centum cubitos unum latus tenebit in longitudine Exode 27.10 et columnas viginti cum basibus totidem aeneis quae capita cum celaturis suis habebunt argentea Exode 27.11 similiter in latere aquilonis per longum erunt tentoria centum cubitorum columnae viginti et bases aeneae eiusdem numeri et capita earum cum celaturis suis argentea Exode 27.12 in latitudine vero atrii quod respicit ad occidentem erunt tentoria per quinquaginta cubitos et columnae decem basesque totidem Exode 27.13 in ea quoque atrii latitudine quae respicit ad orientem quinquaginta cubiti erunt Exode 27.14 in quibus quindecim cubitorum tentoria lateri uno deputabuntur columnaeque tres et bases totidem Exode 27.15 et in latere altero erunt tentoria cubitos obtinentia quindecim columnas tres et bases totidem Exode 27.16 in introitu vero atrii fiet tentorium cubitorum viginti ex hyacintho et purpura coccoque bis tincto et bysso retorta opere plumarii columnas habebit quattuor cum basibus totidem Exode 27.17 omnes columnae atrii per circuitum vestitae erunt argenti lamminis capitibus argenteis et basibus aeneis Exode 27.18 in longitudine occupabit atrium cubitos centum in latitudine quinquaginta altitudo quinque cubitorum erit fietque de bysso retorta et habebit bases aeneas Exode 27.19 cuncta vasa tabernaculi in omnes usus et caerimonias tam paxillos eius quam atrii ex aere facies Exode 27.20 praecipe filiis Israhel ut adferant tibi oleum de arboribus olivarum purissimum piloque contusum ut ardeat lucerna semper Exode 27.21 in tabernaculo testimonii extra velum quod oppansum est testimonio et conlocabunt eam Aaron et filii eius ut usque mane luceat coram Domino perpetuus erit cultus per successiones eorum a filiis Israhel

Exode : Caput 27

Reflections on Exodus Chapter 27 Exodus chapter 27 continues its detailed description of the instructions for the Tabernacle, a sacred place where worship of God is celebrated. This text invites us to meditate on how the altar and the atrium contribute to divine worship. In particular, it mentions the altar of burnt offering, the courtyard, and the oil for the lampstand. Through these elements, we address fundamental themes such as sacrifice, access to God, and spiritual enlightenment. Exodus 27 highlights the importance of each component in the liturgy, reminding us that each detail has profound significance in our relationship with the Creator. We invite you to meditate together on five biblical passages that resonate with the practical and spiritual aspects of this liturgical chapter.

Biblical passages to meditate on

Hebrews 13:10: "We have an altar on which those who serve in the tabernacle may not eat." This passage refers to the altar described in Exodus 27, comparing it to the Christian spiritual altar, thus emphasizing the continuity between the Old and New Testaments.

Revelation 8:3: "Another angel came and stood at the altar, bearing a golden censer. And there was given him much incense to offer with the prayers of all the saints on the golden altar which was before the throne." This heavenly vision echoes the description of the altar of incense in Exodus 27, establishing a link between our prayers and heavenly worship.

Romans 12:1: "Therefore, brethren, I beseech you by the mercies of God, that you offer yourselves a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God; this is your proper service." The apostle Paul uses the sacrificial terminology associated with the altar of Exodus 27 to describe our Christian life as an act of devotion.

1 Peter 2:5: "You also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ." The apostle Peter evokes the language of the tabernacle and the altar of Exodus 27, illustrating the universal priesthood of believers.

Matthew 5:14-16: "You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hidden. Also, no one lights a lamp and puts it under a bowl. Instead, put it in its proper place and give light to everyone in the house. Let your light so shine before others, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven." In this passage, Jesus uses the metaphor of light, reminiscent of the menorah described in Exodus 27, to define the luminous role of his disciples in the world.

In conclusion, contemplating these passages helps us understand how each element of worship, as described in Exodus 27, resonates in our daily lives as Christians. Let us reflect on these truths and seek to apply them in our spiritual commitment and our witness in the world.