The Mishkan is full of messages about Romemus (exaltedness) and striving for greatness. The word Teruma (offering) comes from the root meaning to elevate. When one donates to the Mishkan, both the object and the giver are elevated. Every aspect of the Mishkan—its materials, structure, and vessels—symbolizes growth, royalty, purity, and joy, all related to greatness.
Tcheiles (blue wool) represents Malchus Shamayim (Heavenly Kingship), Argaman (purple) is the royal color, and Tola'as Shani (red) symbolizes Malchus Beis Dovid. The use of Shitim wood, as explained by RSRH, represents constant, vigorous growth and strength. The Avos are called mountains, symbolizing their greatness. The vessels of the Mishkan were anointed with oil, which always rises to the top, symbolizing spiritual elevation. The Mizbeach (altar) had horns (karnot) and a ramp, both pointing upward, representing the call to moral heights.
The Shulchan, Aron, and Mizbeach had crowns, and the Menorah's flames reached upward, symbolizing fervor and spirit. The K'ruvim (cherubs) in the Holy of Holies had wings, encouraging us to "fly high" spiritually. Even the coverings of the Mishkan were made from beautiful materials, teaching us to enhance and beautify Hashem's creations. The Adanim (silver sockets) held up the beams, symbolizing the foundation that supports everyone, like Moshe Rabbeinu's humility.
