King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And for the gate of the court [shall be] an hanging of twenty cubits, [of] blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, wrought with needlework: [and] their pillars [shall be] four, and their sockets four.
Complete Jewish Bible:
"For the gateway of the courtyard there is to be a screen thirty feet long made of blue, purple and scarlet yarn and finely woven linen. It should be in colors, the work of a weaver. It is to be on four posts in four sockets.
Berean Standard Bible:
The gate of the courtyard shall be twenty cubits long, with a curtain embroidered with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and finely spun linen. It shall have four posts and four bases.
American Standard Version:
And for the gate of the court shall be a screen of twenty cubits, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, the work of the embroiderer; their pillars four, and their sockets four.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And for the gate{H8179} of the court{H2691} shall be an hanging{H4539} of twenty{H6242} cubits{H520}, of blue{H8504}, and purple{H713}, and scarlet{H8144}{H8438}, and fine twined{H7806} linen{H8336}, wrought with needlework{H7551}{H4639}: and their pillars{H5982} shall be four{H702}, and their sockets{H134} four{H702}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Exodus 26:36
- And thou shalt make an hanging for the door of the tent, [of] blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, wrought with needlework.
Psalms 45:14
- She shall be brought unto the king in raiment of needlework: the virgins her companions that follow her shall be brought unto thee.
Exodus 28:39
- And thou shalt embroider the coat of fine linen, and thou shalt make the mitre [of] fine linen, and thou shalt make the girdle [of] needlework.
Exodus 39:29
- And a girdle [of] fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, [of] needlework; as the LORD commanded Moses.
Exodus 36:37
- And he made an hanging for the tabernacle door [of] blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, of needlework;
Judges 5:30
- Have they not sped? have they [not] divided the prey; to every man a damsel [or] two; to Sisera a prey of divers colours, a prey of divers colours of needlework, of divers colours of needlework on both sides, [meet] for the necks of [them that take] the spoil?
Exodus 26:31
- ¶ And thou shalt make a vail [of] blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen of cunning work: with cherubims shall it be made:
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Commentary for Exodus 27:16
1. **Themes:**
- **Divine Detail:** The verse reflects God's precise instructions for the construction of the tabernacle court's gate, emphasizing the importance of beauty and craftsmanship in the house of worship.
- **Sacred Space:** The gate's design with specific colors and materials signifies a boundary between the sacred and the profane, highlighting the sanctity of the space where God would meet with His people.
- **Inclusivity and Exclusivity:** The gate serves as the sole entry point to the court, symbolizing controlled access to God's presence, which was exclusive to the priests in the performance of their duties.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **The Exodus Era:** The verse is part of the detailed instructions given to Moses by God on Mount Sinai after the Israelites' exodus from Egypt, around the 15th century BCE.
- **Wilderness Tabernacle:** The Israelites were wandering in the Sinai desert at this time, and the tabernacle was to be their portable worship center until they reached the Promised Land.
- **Cultic Practice:** The tabernacle and its court were central to Israelite religious life, with the court's gate symbolizing entry into the presence of God through the rituals and sacrifices ordained by Him.
- **Craftsmanship:** The mention of fine twined linen and needlework indicates a high level of textile craftsmanship, which was likely influenced by the skills acquired by the Israelites during their time in Egypt.
In summary, Exodus 27:16 encapsulates the meticulous care and holiness associated with the tabernacle's construction, reflecting the religious and cultural practices of the Israelites during their journey to Canaan, and underscoring the significance of the tabernacle as the locus of divine worship.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H8179
There are 302 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שַׁעַר
Transliteration: shaʻar
Pronunciation: shah'-ar
Description: from שָׁעַר in its original sense; an opening, i.e. door or gate; city, door, gate, port ([idiom] -er). - Strong's Number: H2691
There are 163 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חָצֵר
Transliteration: châtsêr
Pronunciation: khaw-tsare'
Description: (masculine and feminine); from חָצַר in its original sense; a yard (as inclosed by a fence); also a hamlet (as similarly surrounded with walls); court, tower, village. - Strong's Number: H4539
There are 25 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מָסָךְ
Transliteration: mâçâk
Pronunciation: maw-sawk'
Description: from סָכַךְ; a cover, i.e. veil; covering, curtain, hanging. - Strong's Number: H6242
There are 281 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֶשְׂרִים
Transliteration: ʻesrîym
Pronunciation: es-reem'
Description: from עֶשֶׂר; twenty; also (ordinal) twentieth; (six-) score, twenty(-ieth). - Strong's Number: H520
There are 240 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַמָּה
Transliteration: ʼammâh
Pronunciation: am-maw'
Description: prolonged from אֵם; properly, a mother (i.e. unit of measure, or the fore-arm (below the elbow), i.e. a cubit; also a door-base (as a bond of the entrance); cubit, [phrase] hundred (by exchange for מֵאָה), measure, post. - Strong's Number: H8504
There are 49 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: תְּכֵלֶת
Transliteration: tᵉkêleth
Pronunciation: tek-ay'-leth
Description: probably for שְׁחֶלֶת; the cerulean mussel, i.e. the color (violet) obtained therefrom or stuff dyed therewith; blue. - Strong's Number: H713
There are 465 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַרְגָּמָן
Transliteration: ʼargâmân
Pronunciation: ar-gaw-mawn'
Description: of foreign origin; purple (the color or the dyed stuff); purple. - Strong's Number: H8144
There are 42 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שָׁנִי
Transliteration: shânîy
Pronunciation: shaw-nee'
Description: of uncertain derivation; crimson, properly, the insect or its color, also stuff dyed with it; crimson, scarlet (thread). - Strong's Number: H8438
There are 43 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: תּוֹלָע
Transliteration: tôwlâʻ
Pronunciation: to-law'
Description: and (feminine) תּוֹלֵעָה; or תּוֹלַעַת; or תֹּלַעַת; from יָלַע; a maggot (as voracious); specifically (often with ellipsis of שָׁנִי); the crimson-grub, but used only (in this connection) of the colorfrom it, and cloths dyed therewith; crimson, scarlet, worm. - Strong's Number: H7806
There are 21 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שָׁזַר
Transliteration: shâzar
Pronunciation: shaw-zar'
Description: a primitive root; to twist (a thread of straw); twine. - Strong's Number: H8336
There are 37 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֵׁשׁ
Transliteration: shêsh
Pronunciation: shaysh
Description: or (for alliteration with מֶשִׁי) שְׁשִׁי; for שַׁיִשׁ; bleached stuff, i.e. white linen or (by analogy) marble; [idiom] blue, fine (twined) linen, marble, silk. - Strong's Number: H7551
There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רָקַם
Transliteration: râqam
Pronunciation: raw-kam'
Description: a primitive root; to variegate color, i.e. embroider; by implication, to fabricate; embroiderer, needlework, curiously work. - Strong's Number: H4639
There are 221 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מַעֲשֶׂה
Transliteration: maʻăseh
Pronunciation: mah-as-eh'
Description: from עָשָׂה; an action (good or bad); generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product (specifically, a poem) or (generally) property; act, art, [phrase] bakemeat, business, deed, do(-ing), labor, thing made, ware of making, occupation, thing offered, operation, possession, [idiom] well, (handy-, needle-, net-) work(ing, -manship), wrought. - Strong's Number: H5982
There are 84 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עַמּוּד
Transliteration: ʻammûwd
Pronunciation: am-mood'
Description: or עַמֻּד; from עָמַד; a column (as standing); also a stand, i.e. platform; [idiom] apiece, pillar. - Strong's Number: H702
There are 383 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַרְבַּע
Transliteration: ʼarbaʻ
Pronunciation: ar-bah'
Description: masculine אַרְבָּעָה; from רָבַע; four; four. - Strong's Number: H134
There are 124 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶדֶן
Transliteration: ʼeden
Pronunciation: eh'-den
Description: from the same as אָדוֹן (in the sense of strength); a basis (of a building, a column, etc.); foundation, socket.