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The word type is a theology word taken directly from the Greek wording written by Paul in 1 Corinthians 10:11 – Type in Easton’s Bible Dictionary defines it as “…a ‘model’ or ‘pattern’ or ‘mold’ into which clay or wax was pressed, that it might take the figure or exact shape of the mold. The word ‘type’ is generally used to denote a resemblance between something present and something future…”. Therefore, the things of the Old Testament that served as a “model” or “pattern” for the things of the New Testament would be considered type. There are many great examples of types and shadows throughout Scripture. Adam serves as a type of Christ, in that just as through Adam’s actions all of humanity was affected (sin and death), the same is true of Christ (though in righteousness and life) (see Romans 5:14-19). Jonah’s experience in the great fish is a shadow of Jesus’ burial and resurrection. The list could go on and on. These are just some of the main types in the Old Testament, which also include the tabernacle and the temple, the sacrificial system, the Feasts, and more.