King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Hollow with boards shalt thou make it: as it was shewed thee in the mount, so shall they make [it].
Complete Jewish Bible:
The altar is to be made of planks and hollow inside. They are to make it just as you were shown on the mountain.
Berean Standard Bible:
Construct the altar with boards so that it is hollow. It is to be made just as you were shown on the mountain.
American Standard Version:
Hollow with planks shalt thou make it: as it hath been showed thee in the mount, so shall they make it.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Hollow{H5014} with boards{H3871} shalt thou make{H6213} it: as it was shewed{H7200} thee in the mount{H2022}, so shall they make{H6213} it.
Cross-References (KJV):
Exodus 25:40
- And look that thou make [them] after their pattern, which was shewed thee in the mount.
Exodus 25:9
- According to all that I shew thee, [after] the pattern of the tabernacle, and the pattern of all the instruments thereof, even so shall ye make [it].
Hebrews 8:5
- Who serve unto the example and shadow of heavenly things, as Moses was admonished of God when he was about to make the tabernacle: for, See, saith he, [that] thou make all things according to the pattern shewed to thee in the mount.
Colossians 2:20
- Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the rudiments of the world, why, as though living in the world, are ye subject to ordinances,
Colossians 2:23
- Which things have indeed a shew of wisdom in will worship, and humility, and neglecting of the body; not in any honour to the satisfying of the flesh.
Exodus 26:30
- And thou shalt rear up the tabernacle according to the fashion thereof which was shewed thee in the mount.
Exodus 26:37
- And thou shalt make for the hanging five pillars [of] shittim [wood], and overlay them with gold, [and] their hooks [shall be of] gold: and thou shalt cast five sockets of brass for them.
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Commentary for Exodus 27:8
1. Themes:
- Divine Blueprint: The verse emphasizes that the construction of the tabernacle, particularly the altar in this case, must follow the specific pattern revealed by God to Moses on Mount Sinai. This underscores the importance of obedience and adherence to divine instruction in the worship of God.
- Holiness and Perfection: The detailed instructions for the tabernacle's construction reflect the holiness of God and the need for perfection in the sacred space where He would dwell among His people.
- Sacrifice and Atonement: The altar, which this verse refers to, was central to the sacrificial system, through which the Israelites would atone for their sins and maintain their relationship with God.
2. Historical Context:
- Exodus from Egypt: The Israelites were in the process of transitioning from slavery in Egypt to becoming a covenant nation under God's guidance. The construction of the tabernacle was part of establishing their religious identity and practices.
- Wilderness Wanderings: The instructions for the tabernacle were given during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness, en route to the Promised Land. The portable nature of the tabernacle allowed God to symbolically dwell among His people as they traveled.
- Covenant Renewal: The detailed construction of the tabernacle and its furnishings was part of the larger narrative of God renewing His covenant with Israel, providing them with a system of worship and atonement that would foreshadow the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
In summary, Exodus 27:8 reflects the theme of divine instruction and the necessity of precise obedience in worship, with the historical context being the establishment of Israel's religious practices and identity during their journey to the Promised Land.
*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: H5014
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נָבַב
Transliteration: nâbab
Pronunciation: naw-bab'
Description: a primitive root; to pierce; to be hollow, or (figuratively) foolish; hollow, vain. - Strong's Number: H3871
There are 33 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לוּחַ
Transliteration: lûwach
Pronunciation: loo'-akh
Description: or לֻחַ; from a primitive root; probably meaning to glisten; a tablet (as polished), of stone, wood or metal; board, plate, table. - Strong's Number: H6213
There are 2286 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָשָׂה
Transliteration: ʻâsâh
Pronunciation: aw-saw'
Description: a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application; accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. - Strong's Number: H7200
There are 1212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רָאָה
Transliteration: râʼâh
Pronunciation: raw-aw'
Description: a primitive root; to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative); advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. - Strong's Number: H2022
There are 485 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: הַר
Transliteration: har
Pronunciation: har
Description: a shortened form of הָרָר; a mountain or range of hills (sometimes used figuratively); hill (country), mount(-ain), [idiom] promotion.