5 pairs
2 Chronicles 4:1 describes the construction of the bronze altar for Solomon's Temple, which follows the pattern given for the altar in the Tabernacle as detailed in Exodus 27:1-8.
Thematic focusWorship, Sacrifice, Continuity of Worship Practices.
2 Chronicles 4:2 describes the making of the 'Sea' of cast metal, a large basin for the priests' ritual washing, which is also detailed in 1 Kings 7:23-26.
Thematic focusPurification, Priestly Duties, Temple Furnishings.
2 Chronicles 4:6 mentions the ten basins used for washing, which echoes the instructions for the bronze laver in the Tabernacle found in Exodus 30:17-21.
Thematic focusCleansing, Ritual Purity, Continuity of Worship.
2 Chronicles 4:7 describes the ten golden lampstands, which are reminiscent of the single lampstand described in the Tabernacle in Exodus 25:31-40.
Thematic focusLight, Divine Presence, Worship.
2 Chronicles 4:19 lists the furnishings of the Temple, which are later referenced in Hebrews 9:2-5 as part of the earthly sanctuary, symbolizing heavenly realities.
Thematic focusHeavenly Reality, Worship, Symbolism.