Hebrews 9:2

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For there was a tabernacle prepared. In the first part were the lampstand, the table, and the show bread; which is called the Holy Place.

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The Holy Place was the first room of Israel’s tabernacle, containing the lampstand, table, and consecrated bread; beyond it lay the Most Holy Place, entered only by the high priest on the Day of Atonement. Hebrews uses this layout to contrast the old covenant’s restricted access with Christ’s decisive priestly work.

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Hebrews 9:2 mentions Holy Place and Most Holy Place.

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