King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
The hangings of the court, his pillars, and their sockets, and the hanging for the door of the court,
Complete Jewish Bible:
the tapestries for the courtyard, with their posts and sockets; the screen for the gateway of the courtyard;
Berean Standard Bible:
the curtains of the courtyard with its posts and bases, and the curtain for the gate of the courtyard;
American Standard Version:
the hangings of the court, the pillars thereof, and their sockets, and the screen for the gate of the court;
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
The hangings{H7050} of the court{H2691}, his pillars{H5982}, and their sockets{H134}, and the hanging{H4539} for the door{H8179} of the court{H2691},
Cross-References (KJV):
2 Samuel 7:2
- That the king said unto Nathan the prophet, See now, I dwell in an house of cedar, but the ark of God dwelleth within curtains.
Exodus 38:9
- ¶ And he made the court: on the south side southward the hangings of the court [were of] fine twined linen, an hundred cubits:
Exodus 38:20
- And all the pins of the tabernacle, and of the court round about, [were of] brass.
Exodus 27:9
- ¶ And thou shalt make the court of the tabernacle: for the south side southward [there shall be] hangings for the court [of] fine twined linen of an hundred cubits long for one side:
Exodus 27:19
- All the vessels of the tabernacle in all the service thereof, and all the pins thereof, and all the pins of the court, [shall be of] brass.
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Commentary for Exodus 35:17
Exodus 35:17 is a verse that falls within the narrative of the construction of the Tabernacle, which is the portable dwelling place for God that the Israelites were commanded to build during their wilderness journey after the exodus from Egypt. This verse specifically lists some of the components of the Tabernacle courtyard: "the hangings of the court, his pillars, and their sockets, and the hanging for the door of the court."
In its historical context, this verse reflects the detailed instructions God gave to Moses for the Tabernacle's construction, ensuring that it would be a sanctuary where God's presence would dwell among His people. The "hangings of the court" refer to the linen curtains that enclosed the courtyard, creating a sacred space set apart from the rest of the Israelite camp. "His pillars" and "their sockets" denote the structural supports and bases that held up these curtains, forming the perimeter of the courtyard. Lastly, "the hanging for the door of the court" would have been the entrance curtain to this sacred area.
The themes present in this verse include holiness, obedience, and the importance of creating a space for worship and communion with God. The meticulous attention to detail in the construction of the Tabernacle emphasizes the sanctity of the space and the reverence with which the Israelites were to approach their religious duties. Additionally, the verse underscores the communal effort required for the Tabernacle's erection, as all the Israelites were invited to contribute to its construction through their skills and resources, demonstrating their collective commitment to God's covenant. The Tabernacle itself serves as a precursor to the later Temples in Jerusalem and is rich with symbolism, pointing towards the ultimate dwelling of God with humanity through Jesus Christ, as described in the New Testament.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H7050
There are 22 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קֶלַע
Transliteration: qelaʻ
Pronunciation: keh'-lah
Description: from קָלַע; a sling; also a (door) screen (as if slung across), or the valve (of the door) itself; hanging, leaf, sling. - 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: 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: 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. - 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: 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).