King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And he overlaid the boards with gold, and made their rings [of] gold [to be] places for the bars, and overlaid the bars with gold.
Complete Jewish Bible:
He overlaid the planks with gold, made gold rings for them through which the crossbars could pass and overlaid the crossbars with gold.
Berean Standard Bible:
And he overlaid the frames with gold and made gold rings to hold the crossbars. He also overlaid the crossbars with gold.
American Standard Version:
And he overlaid the boards with gold, and made their rings of gold for places for the bars, and overlaid the bars with gold.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And he overlaid{H6823} the boards{H7175} with gold{H2091}, and made{H6213} their rings{H2885} of gold{H2091} to be places{H1004} for the bars{H1280}, and overlaid{H6823} the bars{H1280} with gold{H2091}.
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Commentary for Exodus 36:34
**Themes:**
Exodus 36:34 is part of the narrative describing the construction of the Tabernacle, the portable dwelling place for God among the Israelites during their journey in the wilderness. The verse highlights several key themes:
1. **Divine Instruction:** The meticulous craftsmanship and use of precious materials reflect God's detailed instructions for the Tabernacle, emphasizing the importance of following divine directives.
2. **Holiness and Beauty:** The use of gold, a valuable and lustrous metal, signifies the holiness and glory of God, as well as the honor due to the divine presence.
3. **Preparation for Worship:** The construction of the Tabernacle was essential for the establishment of a central place of worship and sacrifice, which was foundational to Israelite religious life.
4. **Craftsmanship as Service:** The skilled work and dedication of the artisans, such as Bezalel and Oholiab, are depicted as acts of service to God and the community.
**Historical Context:**
The verse is set in the context of the Israelites' exodus from Egypt, where they had been enslaved. After God miraculously delivered them from bondage, He gave Moses the blueprint for the Tabernacle on Mount Sinai. The Israelites, led by Moses, were camped at the foot of the mountain when they began constructing the Tabernacle according to God's instructions.
During this time, the people contributed various materials, including gold, which was used for overlaying the boards and making the rings and bars for the Tabernacle structure. This gold was likely part of the wealth they took with them when they left Egypt, as God had promised and delivered. The construction of the Tabernacle took place around the 13th century BCE and was a pivotal moment in the formation of Israel's religious identity and practices.
The verse specifically mentions the overlaying of the wooden boards with gold and the crafting of gold rings and bars, which were essential components of the Tabernacle's framework. These details reflect the historical reality of the time, where such materials and craftsmanship were indicative of wealth and status, and in this case, were dedicated to sacred use.
*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: H6823
There are 39 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צָפָה
Transliteration: tsâphâh
Pronunciation: tsaw-faw'
Description: a primitive root (probably identical with צָפָה through the idea of expansion in outlook, transferring to action); to sheet over (especially with metal); cover, overlay. - Strong's Number: H7175
There are 34 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קֶרֶשׁ
Transliteration: qeresh
Pronunciation: keh'-resh
Description: from an unused root meaning to split off; a slab or plank; by implication, a deck of aship; bench, board. - Strong's Number: H2091
There are 336 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: זָהָב
Transliteration: zâhâb
Pronunciation: zaw-hawb'
Description: from an unused root meaning to shimmer; gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e. yellow), as oil, a clear sky; gold(-en), fair weather. - 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: H2885
There are 38 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: טַבַּעַת
Transliteration: ṭabbaʻath
Pronunciation: tab-bah'-ath
Description: from טָבַע; properly, a seal (as sunk into the wax), i.e. signet (for sealing); hence (generally) a ring of any kind; ring. - Strong's Number: H1004
There are 1718 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בַּיִת
Transliteration: bayith
Pronunciation: bah'-yith
Description: probably from בָּנָה abbreviated; a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.); court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). - Strong's Number: H1280
There are 37 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בְּרִיחַ
Transliteration: bᵉrîyach
Pronunciation: ber-ee'-akh
Description: from בָּרַח; a bolt; bar, fugitive.