How does altar develop through the rest of Scripture?

Altars mark the patriarchs' encounters with God (Genesis 12:7), are regulated in the tabernacle and temple, and are fulfilled at the cross—the true altar where Christ is offered (Hebrews 13:10).

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Where Does the Bible First Mention Altar?

Q: Where does the Bible first mention altar?

The Bible first mentions altar in Genesis 8:20, using the original word mizbeach (מזבח). Noah builds the first altar after the flood—an act of grateful worship that ties the altar from the beginning to sacrifice, thanksgiving, and meeting with God.

The Bible first mentions altar in Genesis 8:20, from the original word mizbeach (מזבח). Noah builds the first altar after the flood—an act of grateful worship that ties the altar from the beginning to sacrifice, thanksgiving, and meeting with God.

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The first altar rises out of gratitude for deliverance.

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