John 7:38
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Living Water
37On the last and greatest day of the feast, Jesus stood up and called out in a loud voice, “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink.38Whoever believes in Me, as the Scripture has said: ‘Streams of living water will flow from within him.’” 39He was speaking about the Spirit, whom those who believed in Him were later to receive. For the Spirit had not yet been given, because Jesus had not yet been glorified.
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
He that believeth on me, as the Scripture hath said - He who receives me as the Messiah, according to what the Scripture has said concerning me; my person, birth, conduct, preaching, and miracles, being compared with what is written there as ascertaining the true Messiah. Out of his belly - from his heart and soul; for in his soul shall this Spirit dwell. Living water - As a true spring is ever supplied with water from the great deep, with which it has communication, so shall the soul of the genuine believer be supplied with light, life, love, and liberty, and all the other graces of the indwelling Spirit, from the indwelling Christ. The Jews frequently compare the gifts and influences of the Holy Spirit to water in general - to rain, fountains, wells, rivers, etc., etc. The Scriptures abound in this metaphor. Psa 36:8, Psa 36:9; Isa 44:3, Isa 44:4; Joe 2:23.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
as the scripture hath said--These words belong to what follows, "Out of his belly, as the scripture hath said, shall flow," &c. referring not to any particular passage, but to such as Isa 58:11; Joe 3:18; Zac 14:8; Eze 47:1-12; in most of which the idea is that of waters issuing from beneath the temple, to which our Lord compares Himself and those who believe in Him. out of his belly--that is, his inner man, his soul, as in Pro 20:27. rivers of living water--(See on Joh 4:13). It refers primarily to the copiousness, but indirectly also to the diffusiveness, of this living water to the good of others.
John Gill Bible Commentary
But this spake he of the Spirit,.... These are the words of the evangelist, explaining the figurative expressions of Christ; showing, that by rivers of living water, he meant the Spirit in his gifts and graces; and which is the plain sense of the passages referred to by him, particularly Isa 44:3, and which, as before observed, the Jews supposed were intimated by their drawing and pouring water at the feast of tabernacles. Which they that believe on him should receive; the apostles, and others, that had believed in Christ, and had received the Spirit, as a spirit of regeneration and sanctification; as a spirit of illumination and conversion; as a spirit of faith and adoption; but on the day of Pentecost they were to receive a larger, even an extraordinary measure of his gifts and grace, to qualify them for greater work and service: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; the word "given" is not in the original text; but is very properly supplied, as it is in the Vulgate Latin, Syriac, and Persic versions. The Arabic version renders it, "for the Holy Ghost was not yet come"; he was; he was in being as a divine person, equal with the Father and Son, so he was from everlasting; and he had been bestowed in his grace upon the Old Testament saints, and rested in his gifts upon the prophets of that dispensation; but, as the Jews themselves confess (f), "after the death of the latter prophets, Haggai, Zachariah, and Malachi, the Holy Ghost removed from Israel.'' And they expressly say, be was not there in the time of the second temple. Maimonides says (g), "they made the Urim and Thummim in the second temple, to complete the eight garments (of the priests) though they did not inquire by them; and why did they not inquire by them? because the Holy Ghost was not there; and every priest that does not speak by the Holy Ghost, and the Shekinah, does not dwell upon him, they do not inquire by him.'' They observe (h) there were five things in the first temple which were not in the second, and they are these, "the ark with the mercy seat, and cherubim, the fire (from heaven), and the Shekinah, , "and the Holy Ghost", and the Urim and Thummim.'' Now, though he had removed, he was to return again; but as yet the time was not come, at least for the more plentiful donation of him: the reason of which was, because that Jesus was not yet glorified; he had not as yet gone through his state of humiliation; he had not yet suffered, and died, and rose again, and ascended, and sat down at the right hand of God; for the Holy Spirit was to come upon his departure, and in consequence of his sufferings and death, and being made sin, and a curse for his people; and through his mediation and intercession, and upon his exaltation at the Father's right hand; when being made, and declared Lord and Christ, this should be notified by the effusion of his Spirit; see Act 2:33. (f) T. Bab. Yoma, fol. 9. 2. Sota, fol. 48. 2. & Sanhedrin, fol. 11. 1. (g) Hilchot Cele Hamikdash, c. 10. sect. 10. Vid. T. Bab. Yoma, fol. 73. 2. (h) T. Bab. Yoma, fol. 21. 2. Vid. Jarchi & Kimchi in Hagg. i. 8.
John 7:38
Living Water
37On the last and greatest day of the feast, Jesus stood up and called out in a loud voice, “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink.38Whoever believes in Me, as the Scripture has said: ‘Streams of living water will flow from within him.’” 39He was speaking about the Spirit, whom those who believed in Him were later to receive. For the Spirit had not yet been given, because Jesus had not yet been glorified.
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The Holy Spirit Gives Power
By Corrie Ten Boom9.1K22:11Holy SpiritMAT 5:44MAT 22:37JHN 7:38ACT 1:8ROM 5:5EPH 5:18COL 1:11In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of relying on the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives. He shares a story of a little boy who overcame his fear by holding his father's hand, illustrating the need for us to trust in God's love and strength. The speaker also highlights the transformative power of the Holy Spirit, enabling us to love our enemies and live a life surrendered to God. He encourages believers to be willing to suffer for Christ and reminds them that Jesus is the ultimate victor in all situations. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the commandment to witness and make disciples, with the assurance that the Holy Spirit will empower believers to fulfill this calling.
From Negative to Positive
By Norman Grubb8.3K47:48PositiveMAT 9:20JHN 4:14JHN 7:38JHN 14:301CO 7:22In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of the "father's cup" and its connection to the devil. He emphasizes that going far in understanding this concept means recognizing that the devil, crucified, is the father's cup. The speaker also highlights the importance of recognizing the Lord's presence even in situations that may seem like the work of the devil. The sermon then transitions to discussing the different relationships believers have with God, comparing them to the relationships of little children, young men, and fathers. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the freedom that comes from being a slave to Christ and the ability to express His love.
Testimony - Part 2
By Corrie Ten Boom7.5K13:23TestimonyMAT 28:19JHN 7:38ACT 1:8ROM 8:14EPH 5:18PHP 3:8COL 1:11In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of relying on the power of the Holy Spirit. He shares stories to illustrate how the Holy Spirit can provide comfort and strength in times of fear and darkness. The speaker also highlights the need for obedience and surrender to God, pointing to Jesus' finished work on the cross as the answer to our redemption. He encourages believers to be right with God and with others, allowing the love of God to flow through them by the power of the Holy Spirit. The sermon concludes with a reminder that the Holy Spirit empowers believers to be witnesses and make disciples, and that it is through the Holy Spirit's work in us that we can fulfill this commandment.
I Wish That You Were Cold or Hot
By Paul Washer6.3K57:22LukewarmMAT 6:33JHN 7:38JHN 15:1ROM 2:24HEB 12:6REV 3:14REV 3:17In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the danger of losing focus on God amidst worldly success and prosperity. He highlights the story of a wealthy city that had become self-sufficient and arrogant, but God saw them as wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked. The preacher challenges the common preaching style that focuses on personal introductions and prayers, instead urging the congregation to seek God's glory and help. He quotes Jeremiah 9:23-24, reminding listeners that true boasting should come from understanding and knowing God, who exercises lovingkindness, justice, and righteousness. The sermon concludes with an exhortation to repent, overcome, and open the door for Jesus to come in and dine with believers.
The Meaning of Life - 4. From Negative to Positive Believing
By Norman Grubb5.8K47:49Meaning Of LifeGEN 50:20MAT 6:33JHN 7:38JHN 8:36JHN 10:10JHN 14:17JHN 14:23In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that humans are naturally inclined towards negativity due to the negative world we live in. They discuss how people often view their problems, difficulties, and the world in general in a negative light. However, the speaker encourages listeners to have a different perspective by recognizing their relationship with God. They explain that through faith, believers can move into a consciousness of their identity in Christ and develop a relationship with God as a little child, a young man, and a father. The speaker also highlights the importance of relying on God rather than humans and emphasizes the power of God's presence and blessings in our lives.
A Friend With God
By Bill McLeod5.7K44:58Friend Of GodJHN 7:38In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for believers to spend more time with God and in His Word. He shares a personal experience where he had to deliver a message with very little preparation time, but trusted God to provide. The speaker also highlights the contrast between Christians in North America and believers in other countries who have a deep devotion to God. He expresses his concern over the lack of time and commitment that people in North America give to God, as evidenced by their minimal prayer and Bible reading. The sermon concludes with a call to pray for revival.
The Greatest Prayer
By Leonard Ravenhill4.5K1:05:14PrayerISA 12:3MAT 12:36JHN 7:38JHN 17:9JHN 17:161PE 1:8In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the high priestly prayer of Jesus in John 17. He emphasizes the need for believers to prioritize their anger and concern for things that align with God's will. The speaker also highlights the importance of living a spirit-filled life, which is characterized by fruitfulness and beauty. He mentions that the Gospel of John provides a unique perspective on Jesus' ministry, with a focus on miracles and the deeper meaning behind them. The speaker concludes by sharing a personal story of a man who experienced the joy and transformation of salvation.
Resources Which Must Be Received
By Alan Redpath3.6K53:16ResourcesJHN 7:38ACT 1:8ACT 2:4ROM 8:91CO 2:4GAL 5:22EPH 5:17EPH 5:20In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the seriousness of the Christian life and the need for young people to understand that following Jesus is not just about having fun and games. He believes that young people should be presented with the gospel as total warfare, rather than a happy and easy life. The speaker also highlights the importance of receiving the Holy Spirit in the life of a Christian and in the church, as there is no substitute for the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit. He encourages the audience to learn the secret of steadiness in their Christian walk, even in ordinary circumstances, and to rely on God's fullness to remain steady in the midst of storms and pressures.
Tribulation
By Corrie Ten Boom3.4K47:37TribulationPSA 46:2MAT 5:13JHN 7:382TI 2:3In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of being in solitary confinement and how he found solace in singing hymns. He emphasizes the importance of memorizing and internalizing scripture, especially in times of persecution. The speaker also shares a heartbreaking story of a missionary in Africa whose students were killed for their faith, highlighting the courage and devotion of these young boys. He urges the audience to be filled with the Holy Spirit and to study and teach the Bible, as well as to prepare for times when Bibles may not be readily available.
What Christ Did for Me (Zac’s Testimony)
By Zac Poonen3.0K1:00:30EXO 22:1MAT 28:19LUK 23:43JHN 7:38ACT 2:42TI 2:151PE 2:2In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the disconnect between the captivating nature of worldly entertainment and the perceived lack of interest in church and sermons. The speaker questions why God, as the creator of intelligence, does not help make church and sermons as interesting as secular television programs. The speaker emphasizes the importance of taking God's word seriously and ignoring the opinions of others and one's own reasoning. The speaker also shares personal experiences of surrendering ambitions and giving all to God, highlighting the emptiness of worldly pursuits compared to a life dedicated to God.
Seeking God for Power - Coming to an End of Ourselves
By Zac Poonen2.6K1:01:11PowerISA 40:29HOS 10:12LUK 18:2LUK 18:8JHN 7:38ACT 3:19REV 2:4In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the idea of being filled by God. He uses the analogy of a boat being filled with fish and a net being filled with fish to illustrate this concept. The preacher also highlights the importance of waiting upon the Lord and exchanging our own human strength for God's strength. He encourages those who are tired and worn out to come to Jesus and find renewal. The sermon concludes with the message that when we come to the end of ourselves and give up all hope, that is when the Lord can fill our lives with abundance.
Seeking God for Power - Power to Love Until the End
By Zac Poonen2.4K59:21PowerMAT 5:39MAT 5:44JHN 7:38JHN 13:34ROM 5:51CO 13:2HEB 4:16In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of love and unity among believers. He challenges the idea that miracles and signs are the ultimate proof of being God's people. Instead, he argues that the greatest miracle is to love one another and remain in love until the end. The speaker references Jesus' example of loving his disciples until the very end and compares it to the miraculous act of raising the dead or healing the blind. He concludes that throughout the history of the church, the consistent and enduring love for one another is a greater miracle than any supernatural sign.
A Building
By Robert B. Thompson2.1K1:18:00ISA 12:3EZK 47:3JHN 7:38In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being a minister of the word of God. He describes the process of becoming a life-giving spirit through death to self and entering the rest of God. The preacher explains that this transformation allows believers to serve others, not to show off their spiritual muscles, but to genuinely serve. He also highlights the idea that God gives believers a trial body to see how they will handle it, similar to a father giving his son progressively more powerful weapons. Ultimately, this trial body serves as a prototype for the resurrection, which represents the finished product.
Is the Water in Your Well Drinkable
By Teresa Conlon2.1K53:48ISA 12:3MAT 6:33JHN 4:14JHN 7:38REV 21:6In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of having a good well in a dry and thirsty land. He compares the land to our total being, including our mind, heart, soul, and body. The speaker emphasizes that a good well, which represents salvation, is necessary for us to be fruitful and produce a harvest. He mentions that in the promised land, there were wells of salvation all over, and similarly, there are wells that spring up in our minds and spirits, nourishing us and causing us to be fruitful. The speaker also references Psalm 44, which highlights how God delivered his people and brought them into the promised land.
Sanctification : 2. a Renewed Soul
By Zac Poonen2.0K51:20SanctificationMAT 6:33JHN 5:14JHN 7:382CO 3:141TH 5:23In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of renewing our minds in order to be transformed into the likeness of Christ. The mind is emphasized as a crucial part of our soul, even more important than our emotions. The process of renewing our minds may initially be a struggle, but with time and discipline, it becomes almost automatic. The speaker encourages us to submit to the Holy Spirit and seek to understand God's ways, even if there are things we cannot fully explain.
Delight Thyself in the Lord
By Hans R. Waldvogel2.0K17:11Enjoying GodGrace and TransformationDelighting in GodPSA 37:4MAT 7:7JHN 1:16JHN 7:38ROM 8:322CO 5:17EPH 3:20PHP 4:19COL 2:91PE 5:7Hans R. Waldvogel emphasizes the importance of delighting in the Lord rather than in ourselves, illustrating this with the analogy of a woman struggling with an old washboard versus the ease of using a washing machine. He explains that true delight comes from knowing Jesus and experiencing His grace, which transforms our lives and desires. Waldvogel encourages believers to seek a deeper relationship with Christ, who is the source of all blessings and fulfillment, rather than focusing on their own shortcomings. He highlights that through Christ, we become new creations, and our lives should reflect His grace and love. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a shift from self-centeredness to a joyful relationship with God, who desires to bless us abundantly.
Sanctification
By Zac Poonen2.0K1:10:14SanctificationJDG 6:34MAT 6:33LUK 10:38JHN 7:381CO 3:13In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of building our lives with either wood, hay, and straw or gold, silver, and precious stones. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on our inner walk with God and allowing everything to flow from that. The speaker also highlights the difference between the old covenant and the new covenant, using the story of Mary and Martha as an example. He encourages believers to prioritize serving God and living selflessly, rather than being consumed by external actions. Additionally, the speaker mentions a booklet called "God Needs Men" that he believes was directly inspired by God and discusses the need for true discipleship in today's world.
Prayer - Fellowship With God
By Bill McLeod1.9K59:52Intimacy With GodPSA 139:23MAT 7:7JHN 7:38JHN 15:15PHP 4:131JN 1:3In this sermon, Pastor Bill shares a story about a high school teacher who told a dirty story in the classroom, highlighting the power of God to convict and transform hearts. He emphasizes the importance of seeking God's guidance and dealing with the areas of our lives that He reveals to us. Pastor Bill also discusses the disciples' journey of learning and growing under Jesus' teaching, emphasizing that it was not until they were filled with the Holy Spirit that they were truly ready to fulfill their calling. He concludes by emphasizing the need for genuine fellowship with God, which requires dedicated time spent in prayer and studying the Scriptures.
Ezekiel: Vision of the Temple
By Stephen Kaung1.9K1:12:47EzekielPSA 46:10EZK 43:7EZK 43:10JHN 7:38ACT 13:2GAL 5:22REV 22:1In this sermon, the preacher discusses the visions that God gave to the prophet Ezekiel while he was among the captives by the river Chiba. One of the visions was of the glory of the Lord, where God was on his throne carried by the children. This vision led to God commissioning Ezekiel to be a prophet and go to the children of Israel to proclaim his word. The preacher also mentions other prophets like Jeremiah, Isaiah, and Daniel, who each received different aspects of revelation from God.
From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Zechariah) ch.13 & 14
By Zac Poonen1.9K1:00:31From Babylon To JerusalemZEC 12:10ZEC 13:7MAT 6:33MRK 14:26JHN 7:38In this sermon, the preacher discusses the presence of unclean spirits in the world and the need to be aware of their influence. He highlights three main aspects of these unclean spirits: idolatry, false prophets, and deceiving spirits. The preacher emphasizes that Jesus himself warned against deception and false prophets multiple times in the New Testament. He also mentions that in the last days, deceitful spirits and false prophets will be particularly prevalent. The sermon draws attention to the importance of staying vigilant and not being misled by these deceptive forces.
(Spirit-Filled Life) Part 3: A Baptism of Power
By Zac Poonen1.8K1:03:16MAT 4:23MAT 8:16MAT 12:15JHN 7:38ACT 1:4ACT 5:16HEB 8:11In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of relying on the power of the Holy Spirit in his ministry. He emphasizes the importance of having a connection with the river of God, which is always full of water, to effectively serve in any calling. The speaker initially desired to be an evangelist but realized that God had called him to be a teacher instead. He compares his ministry to pumping water from a hand pump, requiring great effort to obtain a small amount, while desiring to experience the effortless flow of a river. The sermon also references the disciples' encounter with the risen Jesus and the receiving of the Holy Spirit, highlighting the need for believers to continually seek the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit in their lives.
Vanity, Vanity
By Chuck Smith1.7K37:47VanityPSA 107:9ECC 3:11MAT 11:28MRK 5:34JHN 7:38JHN 17:3ROM 8:20In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the cyclical nature of life and the search for meaning and purpose. He emphasizes that one generation passes and another comes, and that life seems to move in repetitive cycles. The speaker acknowledges the frustration of seeking satisfaction and purpose through material possessions, as they ultimately prove empty and fleeting. He then points to Jesus as the source of true rest, peace, and satisfaction, inviting listeners to come to Him for a deeper understanding of life's meaning and purpose.
God's River
By Jim Cymbala1.6K30:19Holy SpiritGEN 15:1ISA 41:17JHN 3:8JHN 7:38JHN 14:261CO 2:41JN 1:71JN 4:4In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the significance of Jesus' incarnation and sacrifice for humanity. He explains that Jesus came to earth as God in human form, performed miracles, and taught the word of God. Before his crucifixion, Jesus told his disciples that it was necessary for him to leave so that he could send the Holy Spirit. The preacher highlights the importance of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives, as it provides them with joy and peace even in difficult times. He then references Isaiah 41, where God promises to provide water in barren places, symbolizing the Holy Spirit's presence and provision in believers' lives.
K-450 the Royal Priesthood
By Art Katz1.5K44:39PriesthoodEXO 4:22MAT 6:33JHN 7:38ACT 13:2ROM 12:1EPH 4:11PE 2:9In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of looking beyond the physical and material things in life. He uses the example of wanting to go to the mall just to see the merchandise behind the glass displays, highlighting the desire for something more engaging to the eyes. The speaker then connects this desire to the need for adoration before God and the recognition of His majesty. He also mentions the role of angels being sent out from the throne of God and how our comprehension of God's glory leads to a deeper understanding of His will. Overall, the sermon encourages listeners to seek a deeper spiritual experience and to be prepared for the holy ministry.
Don't Draw Back
By Carter Conlon1.4K45:21ApostasyPerseveranceFaithJHN 7:38ROM 1:162CO 5:17GAL 2:20GAL 6:14EPH 3:20PHP 4:132TI 4:3HEB 10:38Carter Conlon emphasizes the importance of not drawing back from faith, urging believers to trust in the power of the cross and the supernatural work of God in their lives. He recounts a personal experience in Nigeria where, despite overwhelming fear and doubt, he was encouraged to rise up and fulfill God's calling, leading to miraculous outcomes. Conlon warns against the allure of human effort and religious trappings that can distract from the true power of faith in Christ. He encourages the church to embrace their identity as new creations in Christ and to rely on God's strength rather than their own. Ultimately, he calls for a commitment to move forward in faith, trusting in God's promises and the supernatural life He offers.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
He that believeth on me, as the Scripture hath said - He who receives me as the Messiah, according to what the Scripture has said concerning me; my person, birth, conduct, preaching, and miracles, being compared with what is written there as ascertaining the true Messiah. Out of his belly - from his heart and soul; for in his soul shall this Spirit dwell. Living water - As a true spring is ever supplied with water from the great deep, with which it has communication, so shall the soul of the genuine believer be supplied with light, life, love, and liberty, and all the other graces of the indwelling Spirit, from the indwelling Christ. The Jews frequently compare the gifts and influences of the Holy Spirit to water in general - to rain, fountains, wells, rivers, etc., etc. The Scriptures abound in this metaphor. Psa 36:8, Psa 36:9; Isa 44:3, Isa 44:4; Joe 2:23.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
as the scripture hath said--These words belong to what follows, "Out of his belly, as the scripture hath said, shall flow," &c. referring not to any particular passage, but to such as Isa 58:11; Joe 3:18; Zac 14:8; Eze 47:1-12; in most of which the idea is that of waters issuing from beneath the temple, to which our Lord compares Himself and those who believe in Him. out of his belly--that is, his inner man, his soul, as in Pro 20:27. rivers of living water--(See on Joh 4:13). It refers primarily to the copiousness, but indirectly also to the diffusiveness, of this living water to the good of others.
John Gill Bible Commentary
But this spake he of the Spirit,.... These are the words of the evangelist, explaining the figurative expressions of Christ; showing, that by rivers of living water, he meant the Spirit in his gifts and graces; and which is the plain sense of the passages referred to by him, particularly Isa 44:3, and which, as before observed, the Jews supposed were intimated by their drawing and pouring water at the feast of tabernacles. Which they that believe on him should receive; the apostles, and others, that had believed in Christ, and had received the Spirit, as a spirit of regeneration and sanctification; as a spirit of illumination and conversion; as a spirit of faith and adoption; but on the day of Pentecost they were to receive a larger, even an extraordinary measure of his gifts and grace, to qualify them for greater work and service: for the Holy Ghost was not yet given; the word "given" is not in the original text; but is very properly supplied, as it is in the Vulgate Latin, Syriac, and Persic versions. The Arabic version renders it, "for the Holy Ghost was not yet come"; he was; he was in being as a divine person, equal with the Father and Son, so he was from everlasting; and he had been bestowed in his grace upon the Old Testament saints, and rested in his gifts upon the prophets of that dispensation; but, as the Jews themselves confess (f), "after the death of the latter prophets, Haggai, Zachariah, and Malachi, the Holy Ghost removed from Israel.'' And they expressly say, be was not there in the time of the second temple. Maimonides says (g), "they made the Urim and Thummim in the second temple, to complete the eight garments (of the priests) though they did not inquire by them; and why did they not inquire by them? because the Holy Ghost was not there; and every priest that does not speak by the Holy Ghost, and the Shekinah, does not dwell upon him, they do not inquire by him.'' They observe (h) there were five things in the first temple which were not in the second, and they are these, "the ark with the mercy seat, and cherubim, the fire (from heaven), and the Shekinah, , "and the Holy Ghost", and the Urim and Thummim.'' Now, though he had removed, he was to return again; but as yet the time was not come, at least for the more plentiful donation of him: the reason of which was, because that Jesus was not yet glorified; he had not as yet gone through his state of humiliation; he had not yet suffered, and died, and rose again, and ascended, and sat down at the right hand of God; for the Holy Spirit was to come upon his departure, and in consequence of his sufferings and death, and being made sin, and a curse for his people; and through his mediation and intercession, and upon his exaltation at the Father's right hand; when being made, and declared Lord and Christ, this should be notified by the effusion of his Spirit; see Act 2:33. (f) T. Bab. Yoma, fol. 9. 2. Sota, fol. 48. 2. & Sanhedrin, fol. 11. 1. (g) Hilchot Cele Hamikdash, c. 10. sect. 10. Vid. T. Bab. Yoma, fol. 73. 2. (h) T. Bab. Yoma, fol. 21. 2. Vid. Jarchi & Kimchi in Hagg. i. 8.