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Lamp
Wilson's Dictionary of Bible Types
or Genesis 15:17 (c) Here we find a picture of the experience of Israel in Egypt. They were to have terrible oppression and suffering which was described as a smoking furnace, but in the midst of this they were to have the Word of GOD and the teaching of GOD's truth which is represented by the burning lamp. GOD never failed even in the darkest hour to send the light of His truth to the people.
Exodus 25:37 (c) The lampstand had seven branches, and these are generally taken to represent the seven-fold Spirit of GOD who is the Spirit of light. It is also taken by some to represent the perfect testimony of the Word of GOD. Others think that they represent the ministry of the church which gives out the light of the Gospel. All three may be true, for certainly these golden lamps do represent all these three sources of light.
Judges 7:16 (c) In this account the pitcher probably represents the believer. The lamp probably represents the light that is in the believer, the indwelling Spirit of GOD, and the wonderful light- giving Word of GOD. the pitcher must be broken that the light may shine out. The believer must be broken in spirit, humble and contrite, that the light may shine from him. Nothing earthly must interfere.
1 Kings 15:4 (b) Here is a figure of the testimony and life of King David. These were left to his children. They were to exhibit the faith which David had and to carry on the testimony which David maintained. (See also Psalm 132:17).
Job 12:5 (b) This lamp represents the Word of GOD and the counsel of the Lord. That person who is ready to leave the path of righteousness and walk with the world does not want counselor advice either from the Word of GOD, or from the child of GOD. He despises both.
Job 41:19 (c) Probably this is just a poetic way of telling of the terror produced by the hideous noises that come from the mouths of enraged animals. It may have a counterpart somehow in describing the vile and wicked expressions that come from the mouths of the ungodly who seek to destroy much good.
Psalm 119:105 (a) The Word of GOD is the lamp which lights the way through life and illuminates the path to glory. Those who walk in the light of the Word of GOD live godly, consecrated lives which are fruitful, helpful and pleasant. (See also Proverbs 6:23).
Proverbs 13:9 (b) The Lord tells us in this passage, as well as in other portions, that the influence of the wicked, and the memory of them, as well as their public testimony, will be blotted out, for they have no value to GOD. (See also Proverbs 20:20).
Isaiah 62:1 (a) The Gospel of GOD's grace began at Jerusalem with our Lord JESUS and has spread throughout the world. Thus this Scripture has been fulfilled.
Ezekiel 1:13 (a) The living creatures represent four aspects of the Lord JESUS CHRIST. The fire represents the judgment that emanates from Him as the Judge of all the earth. The lamps represent the Holy Spirit of GOD in His seven aspects, and as coming from the Lord JESUS who is the giver of the Holy Spirit.
Daniel 10:6 (a) This may be another representation of the Lord JESUS CHRIST whose eyes shine with the glory of GOD, and penetrate the heart and soul of those with whom He deals.
Matthew 25:1 (a) It is generally believed that these lamps refer to the testimony of these virgins. Some testimonies are beautiful explanations and expressions of human experiences, but which lack the Spirit of Life. Others give testimonies in which it is clear to be seen that the Holy Spirit indicted both the experience and the expression. The oil represents the presence of the Holy Spirit Himself, and when He is present the testimony of the one who speaks savors of Heaven and presents a spiritual tone which is absent in other testimonies.
Revelation 4:5 (a) The passage tells us that these lamps do represent the Holy Spirit in His wonderful sevenfold aspect. The Spirit gives light and life. He directs the way. He teaches the truth of GOD. He anoints for service. He reveals wicked ways and evil doctrines. He guides the feet in the way of peace. He illuminates the soul with the light of Heaven.
Revelation 8:10 (a) The lamp which fell from Heaven was either an angel or a superman. The lamp represents the testimony and the message which that unusual person brought to the earth. The message which he gave was bitter as wormwood and deadly in its effect on the souls of men.
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Watson, Walter. Entry for 'Lamp'. Wilson's Dictoinary of Bible Types. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/wdt/l/lamp.html. 1957.
