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Biblical Objects & Artifacts

The sacred objects, artifacts, and symbols of Scripture — from the Ark of the Covenant to the Urim and Thummim.

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The Widow’s Mite

God measures the gift by the heart, not the amount.

The two tiny coins a poor widow gave to the temple — which Jesus praised above all the rich.

The GospelsTwo small copper coins (mites)

The Writing on the Wall

God numbers the days of the proud and weighs them in the balance.

The mysterious hand that wrote Babylon’s doom on the palace wall during Belshazzar’s feast.

Exile & Return

Urim and Thummim

God’s appointed means of guidance before the prophets and the written Word.

The sacred lots kept in the high priest’s breastplate, used to discern the will of God.

Priestly Garments
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