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Exodus 35

Exodus 35:17

The Skilled Craftsmen · Exodus 35:10–19
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Translations

Modern
…the curtains of the courtyard with its posts and bases, and the curtain for the gate of the courtyard;
Traditional
The hangings of the court, his pillars, and their sockets, and the hanging for the door of the court,
Literal
…the hangings of the court, its pillars and its bases, and the screen of the gate of the court;
Latin
…cortinas atrii cum columnis et basibus, tentorium in foribus vestibuli,

Original

Hebrew
English
…the curtains of the courtyard with its posts and bases, and the curtain for the gate of the courtyard;

Notes

Exodus 35:4–36:7

At the creation of the gold calf, Aaron asked only for earrings (see study note on 32:2–4). Here, Moses invites the people to bring various gifts (35:4–9). They gave as their hearts and spirits inspired them (35:21). Everyone could contribute something and the giving was voluntary. So, the people ended up giving too much and Moses had to stop them (36:4–7).

Exodus 35:1–40:38

Much of the report about building the Tent of Meeting repeats what 25:1–31:18 said. There is a change from the imperative mood to the indicative, and there are certain changes in the order.

This repetition emphasizes that the work was done exactly as God commanded (see 40:16). The people had tried to secure God's presence their own way with the gold calf, which led to disaster. Now, by following God's way, they received blessings (40:34–38).

Glossary

Biblical Concept of Law Book of Exodus Deuteronomy, Book of History of Israel Leviticus, Book of Offerings and Sacrifices Tabernacle Tanned, Tanner, Tanning

Topics

Liberality: General Scriptures Concerning Tabernacle: Materials For, Voluntarily offered Tabernacle: The Curtains of The Theocracy: or Immediate Government by God: Consisted in His: Exacting Tribute