Άγιοι Τόποι

The inner sanctuary opens behind richly patterned curtains embroidered with golden cherubim, revealing the Ark of the Covenant beneath the radiant presence of God. The mercy seat is overshadowed by outstretched wings, while the tablets of the covenant, the golden jar of manna, and Aaron’s budding rod rest within the sacred chest. This is the Most Holy Place, the hidden chamber of the tabernacle where the Lord promised to meet with Israel above the mercy seat between the cherubim. The scene emphasizes covenant, holiness, atonement, and divine presence, drawing from the sanctuary instructions given to Moses and the later biblical reflection on the Holy of Holies in Hebrews.