It is observable, that the size of this altar was but half that mentioned by Ezekiel, Ezekiel 41:22. perhaps on account of the imperfection of this dispensation. Observe this also was of gold: the perfect worship in gospel times was to be spiritual. Malachi 1:11.
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Exodus 30:2-3
2 A cubit shall be the length thereof, and a cubit the breadth thereof; foursquare shall it be: and two cubits shall be the height thereof: the horns thereof shall be of the same.
3 And thou shalt overlay it with pure gold, the topa thereof, and the sides thereof round about, and the horns thereof; and thou shalt make unto it a crown of gold round about.