⁸ The Holy Spirit was showing^(A) by this that the way^(B) into the Most Holy Place had not yet been disclosed as long as the first tabernacle was still functioning. ⁹ This is an illustration^(C) for the present time, indicating that the gifts and sacrifices being offered^(D) were not able to clear the conscience^(E) of the worshiper. ¹⁰ They are only a matter of food^(F) and drink^(G) and various ceremonial washings^(H)—external regulations^(I) applying until the time of the new order.