THEOSISWlastow G.K.
The altar of incense (vv. 1-4) presents a unique aspect as it is not mentioned in chapter 25 alongside the table of showbread and the lampstand. Instead, it is introduced here after the guidelines for the ordination of ministers. Its significance stems from the fact that this altar, from which incense—symbolic of prayers—was offered, warranted inclusion following the establishment of the dedication statutes. The altar of incense is referred to as an altar of sacrifice rather than a table, leading commentators, including Dom. Calmet and O. Gerlach, to conclude that it resembled the traditional structure of altars, with its sides extending to the ground.
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This altar was overlaid with pure gold and featured protrusions at each corner, known as horns, similar to the altar for burnt offerings, along with a twisted border adorning its edge. On each side of the altar, specifically described as being on the corners or, according to a precise interpretation of the Hebrew text, on the ribs, there was a ring for transporting the altar with poles.