The Position of the Laver

And thou shalt put it between the tent of the congregation and the altar, ver. 18.) The progress of the soul in drawing near to God is thus set forth. The soul first realizing pardon at the sin offering without the camp.
Secondly, acceptance at the brazen altar within the court.
Thirdly, sanctification at the brazen laver.
Fourthly, nearness in worship at the golden altar.
Fifthly, entrance into the holiest through the value of the blood, and of the sweet incense from the golden censer, carried by the High Priest within the vail.