262. 5827. But "wavings" were also shown in another way, as how the things portrayed by changes of their shape were turned into true images or shapes, so that evils and wrongs did not appear, but were removed so as to perish entirely and become nothing. Therefore, this is in agreement with the uplifting we read about in [Exod. 35:] verse 24, namely: "Every one that lifts a heave offering of silver or of brass." Hence, nothing reached God the Messiah but what is meant by "gold," that is, goodness, holiness, love.* * But these matters are entirely mystical to those who do not understand what portrayals are all about. Such an infinity of secrets lie hidden in them that no one could comprehend it, etc. etc. * This last sentence is emphasized in the original by the word "Obs." written in the margin.