the Week of Proper 28 / Ordinary 33
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Pillar
Wilson's Dictionary of Bible Types
or Exodus 33:9 (a) This wonderful cloud so mysterious in its composition, and its actions undoubtedly represents the Holy Spirit. He went with Israel, guiding them before, and protecting them behind. This pillar is more fully revealed as the Holy Spirit in the book of Ezekiel. (See also Psalm 99:7).
Job 9:6 (b) This probably represent the uncertainty of life. In this figurative language, Job is describing the mighty power of GOD. In the midst of his own unusual losses, he is realizing that GOD can shake the Heaven and the earth, and break all laws that pertain to the hanging of the earth in space. (See also Psalm 75:3).
Proverbs 9:1 (a) The seven pillars mentioned here probably are knowledge, discretion, judgment, understanding, equity, righteousness, justice. It is upon these substantial, basic principles that our civilization rests secure and progress is made possible.
Song of Solomon 3:6 (c) This peculiar figure may represent the case and the certainty of the presence of GOD in one's life. The pillar of smoke drifts easily, without noise, and without effort. So we realize the loving presence of the living GOD.
Song of Solomon 5:15 (a) It is said that athletes must have firm, substantial legs in order to endure whether it be in wrestling or prize fighting or on the track. Our Lord must be telling us here that the legs of marble represent the stability, firmness and untiring endurance of the Lord JESUS in all His ministry for us, to us, and with us.
Joel 2:30 (b) The chronology of this passage is uncertain. It probably refers to the time of the end when GOD's judgment will be poured out on the physical earth, and it will be burned up with terrific heat because of the wickedness of rebellious men.
Galatians 2:9 (a) This is a symbol of the substantial and stalwart character of the man of GOD who occupies a prominent and responsible place in the church.
Revelation 3:12 (a) Here we see a type of the blessed position and condition which will be granted to the Christian who lives for GOD, honors His Name, and fulfills His requirements as mentioned in this passage.
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Watson, Walter. Entry for 'Pillar'. Wilson's Dictoinary of Bible Types. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/wdt/p/pillar.html. 1957.
