And the clothes of service— From Numbers 4:6 it appears, that by the clothes of service are meant the covering of blue for the ark, &c. when the camp removed. Houbigant thinks, that hereby are meant all the curtains and coverings of the tabernacle, of whatever sort.
REFLECTIONS.—The work was described in the former Chapter s: the workmen now are also divinely appointed; and God, who appoints the persons, qualifies them for the work. Learn, 1. When God has work to do, he will find instruments, and fit them for their employment. 2. All skill and excellence in every business is me gift of God, and should be acknowledged to his glory. 3. When we admire the instruments God makes use of, we must beware of ascribing too much to the man, and too little to his Master. 4. They who are employed in the service of the tabernacle or church of God, under a Divine call, may with comfort and confidence enter upon it. He who calls them to the work will support and own them in it.