King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And thou shalt put it before the vail that [is] by the ark of the testimony, before the mercy seat that [is] over the testimony, where I will meet with thee.
Complete Jewish Bible:
"Place it in front of the curtain by the ark for the testimony, in front of the ark-cover that is over the testimony, where I will meet with you.
Berean Standard Bible:
Place the altar in front of the veil that is before the ark of the Testimony—before the mercy seat that is over the Testimony—where I will meet with you.
American Standard Version:
And thou shalt put it before the veil that is by the ark of the testimony, before the mercy-seat that is over the testimony, where I will meet with thee.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And thou shalt put{H5414} it before{H6440} the vail{H6532} that is by the ark{H727} of the testimony{H5715}, before{H6440} the mercy seat{H3727} that is over the testimony{H5715}, where I will meet{H3259} with thee.
Cross-References (KJV):
Exodus 25:21
- And thou shalt put the mercy seat above upon the ark; and in the ark thou shalt put the testimony that I shall give thee.
Exodus 25:22
- And there I will meet with thee, and I will commune with thee from above the mercy seat, from between the two cherubims which [are] upon the ark of the testimony, of all [things] which I will give thee in commandment unto the children of Israel.
Exodus 40:26
- And he put the golden altar in the tent of the congregation before the vail:
Matthew 27:51
- And, behold, the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, and the rocks rent;
Exodus 30:36
- And thou shalt beat [some] of it very small, and put of it before the testimony in the tabernacle of the congregation, where I will meet with thee: it shall be unto you most holy.
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:
Exodus 26:35
- And thou shalt set the table without the vail, and the candlestick over against the table on the side of the tabernacle toward the south: and thou shalt put the table on the north side.
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Commentary for Exodus 30:6
**Exodus 30:6** is part of the instructions given by God to Moses for the construction of the Tabernacle, which was the portable dwelling place for God's presence among the Israelites during their wilderness wanderings after the exodus from Egypt. The verse specifically refers to the placement of the incense altar within the Tabernacle.
**Themes:**
1. **Holiness and Presence of God:** The Tabernacle was designed to be a sacred space where God's glory could dwell among His people. The placement of the incense altar "before the vail" and "before the mercy seat" emphasizes the sanctity of the space and the ritual practices that would take place there.
2. **Worship and Ritual:** The incense altar was used for burning incense twice daily, symbolizing prayer and worship ascending to God. This daily ritual was an essential part of the priestly duties and the worship of the Israelite community.
3. **Atonement and Mercy:** The mercy seat, located in the Holy of Holies, was the gold cover of the Ark of the Covenant and symbolized God's throne and the place of atonement. Once a year, on the Day of Atonement, the high priest would sprinkle blood on the mercy seat to atone for the sins of the people.
**Historical Context:**
- **Post-Exodus Period:** The verse is set after the Israelites' escape from Egypt, as they are camped at the foot of Mount Sinai. God is establishing His covenant with them and instructing them on how to build a sanctuary for His presence.
- **Covenant Relationship:** The detailed instructions for the Tabernacle's construction reflect the covenantal relationship between God and Israel, with the Tabernacle serving as the focal point of their religious life and worship.
- **Priestly System:** The verse is part of a larger section outlining the roles and responsibilities of the priesthood, particularly the high priest, who had unique access to the Holy of Holies.
In summary, Exodus 30:6 is situated within the broader narrative of God establishing a dwelling place among His people, with the Tabernacle's design and rituals reflecting themes of divine presence, worship, atonement, and the unique covenant relationship between God and Israel.
*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: H5414
There are 1816 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נָתַן
Transliteration: nâthan
Pronunciation: naw-than'
Description: a primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.); add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. - Strong's Number: H6440
There are 1890 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פָּנִים
Transliteration: pânîym
Pronunciation: paw-neem'
Description: plural (but always as singular) of an unused noun פָּנֶה; from פָּנָה); the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposition (before, etc.); [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. - Strong's Number: H6532
There are 23 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פֹּרֶכֶת
Transliteration: pôreketh
Pronunciation: po-reh'-keth
Description: feminine active participle of the same as פֶּרֶךְ; a separatrix, i.e. (the sacred) screen; vail. - Strong's Number: H727
There are 467 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָרוֹן
Transliteration: ʼârôwn
Pronunciation: aw-rone'
Description: or אָרֹן; from אָרָה (in the sense of gathering); a box; ark, chest, coffin. - Strong's Number: H5715
There are 57 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֵדוּת
Transliteration: ʻêdûwth
Pronunciation: ay-dooth'
Description: feminine of עֵד; testimony; testimony, witness. - Strong's Number: H3727
There are 22 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כַּפֹּרֶת
Transliteration: kappôreth
Pronunciation: kap-po'-reth
Description: from כָּפַר; a lid (used only of the cover of the sacred Ark); mercy seat. - Strong's Number: H3259
There are 29 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָעַד
Transliteration: yâʻad
Pronunciation: yaw-ad'
Description: a primitive root; to fix upon (by agreement or appointment); by implication, to meet (at a stated time), to summon (to trial), to direct (in a certain quarter or position), to engage (for marriage); agree,(maxke an) appoint(-ment, a time), assemble (selves), betroth, gather (selves, together), meet (together), set (a time).