What was the brazen altar in the tabernacle?

What was the brazen altar in the tabernacle?

The brazen altar, also known as the altar of burnt offerings, was a bronze-covered altar in the tabernacle where sacrifices were made. It symbolized judgment for sin and pointed to Christ's ultimate sacrifice.

What was the Babylonian captivity / Babylonian exile?

What was the Babylonian captivity / Babylonian exile?

The Babylonian captivity refers to the time the Babylonians conquered the southern kingdom of Israel, Judah, and took its people into exile because Judah had disobeyed the Lord. The Babylonian captivity warns us of the dangers of idolatry and teaches us the faithfulness of God even in His justice.