There appears to be a consistent theme of “silver, gold and clothings” throughout the Bible. The first mention of these items is when they were given to Rebekah as (bridal) gifts. Silver speaks of redemption in the Bible. In the Old Testament, God’s people knew Him as their Great Redeemer. This was exemplified in their deliverance from the hands of Pharaoh and the Egyptians. We also witnessed how God “redeemed” His people from many trials and difficulties. In the new covenant, the redeeming work of Christ goes deeper as He redeems us from iniquities as well as the curse of law. The price He paid was His own blood. From the building of the tabernacle in the wilderness, we understand the importance of “redemption” as the foundation of God’s dwelling place. Furthermore, this is not just a concept or idea in our minds. It should be a personal experience of Christ Himself as our kinsman-redeemer. The story of Ruth beautifully illustrated this truth to us.
Exodus 30:11-16, Exodus 38:26-27, Leviticus 25:25, 47-49,