Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary

Verses 35—38

In the building of a house there is a great deal of work about the doors and partitions. In the tabernacle these were answerable to the rest of the fabric; there were curtains for doors, and veils for partitions. 1. There was a veil made for a partition between the holy place, and the most holy, Exodus 36:35, 36:36. This signified the darkness and distance of that dispensation, compared with the New Testament, which shows us the glory of God more clearly and invites us to draw near to it; and the darkness and distance of our present state, in comparison with heaven, where we shall be ever with the Lord and see him as he is. 2. There was a veil made for the door of the tabernacle, Exodus 36:37, 36:38. At this door the people assembled, though forbidden to enter; for, while we are in this present state, we must get as near to God as we can. MHBCC 87.6