King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
The hangings of the court, his pillars, and his sockets, and the hanging for the court gate, his cords, and his pins, and all the vessels of the service of the tabernacle, for the tent of the congregation,
Complete Jewish Bible:
the tapestries for the courtyard, with their posts and sockets; the screen for the entrance to the courtyard, with its ropes and tent pegs; all the utensils for the service in the tabernacle, the tent of meeting;
Berean Standard Bible:
the curtains of the courtyard with its posts and bases; the curtain for the gate of the courtyard, its ropes and tent pegs, and all the equipment for the service of the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting;
American Standard Version:
the hangings of the court, its pillars, and its sockets, and the screen for the gate of the court, the cords thereof, and the pins thereof, and all the instruments of the service of the tabernacle, for the tent of meeting;
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
The hangings{H7050} of the court{H2691}, his pillars{H5982}, and his sockets{H134}, and the hanging{H4539} for the court{H2691} gate{H8179}, his cords{H4340}, and his pins{H3489}, and all the vessels{H3627} of the service{H5656} of the tabernacle{H4908}, for the tent{H168} of the congregation{H4150},
Cross-References (KJV):
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 27:16
- 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.
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Commentary for Exodus 39:40
1. **Themes:**
- **Divine Detail:** Exodus 39:40 emphasizes the meticulous attention to detail in the construction of the Tabernacle, which was to be the dwelling place of God among the Israelites.
- **Holiness and Separation:** The specifications for the court, its hangings, pillars, and vessels, all point to the theme of holiness and the separation of the sacred from the profane.
- **Obedience and Faithfulness:** The verse reflects the Israelites' obedience to God's commands as given to Moses, showcasing their faithfulness in constructing the Tabernacle exactly as prescribed.
- **Preparation for Worship:** The verse is part of a larger narrative detailing the preparation of the Tabernacle for worship, sacrifice, and the presence of God.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Era of Moses:** This verse is set during the time of Moses, after the Israelites' exodus from Egypt and while they were wandering in the Sinai desert.
- **Covenant Relationship:** The Tabernacle was a central aspect of the covenant relationship between God and Israel, serving as a portable sanctuary where God would meet with His people.
- **Cultic Function:** The detailed description of the Tabernacle's components reflects their cultic significance in the rituals and worship practices of the ancient Israelites.
- **Craftsmanship:** The verse indicates the completion of the Tabernacle's construction, which was carried out by skilled craftsmen among the Israelites, using materials donated by the people.
- **Transition to Priestly Service:** Following the completion of the Tabernacle, the narrative moves toward the consecration of the priesthood and the initiation of sacrificial services, marking a new phase in Israel's religious life.
In summary, Exodus 39:40 encapsulates the careful construction of the Tabernacle according to divine instruction, reflecting themes of divine presence, holiness, and the establishment of a unique worship tradition among the Israelites as they prepared to enter 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: 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). - Strong's Number: H4340
There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מֵיתָר
Transliteration: mêythâr
Pronunciation: may-thar'
Description: from יָתַר; (compare יֶתֶר); a cord (of a tent); or the string (of a bow); cord, string. - Strong's Number: H3489
There are 19 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָתֵד
Transliteration: yâthêd
Pronunciation: yaw-thade'
Description: from an unused root meaning to pin through or fast; a peg; nail, paddle, pin, stake. - Strong's Number: H3627
There are 276 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כְּלִי
Transliteration: kᵉlîy
Pronunciation: kel-ee'
Description: from כָּלָה; something prepared, i.e. any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon); armour(-bearer), artillery, bag, carriage, [phrase] furnish, furniture, instrument, jewel, that is made of, [idiom] one from another, that which pertaineth, pot, [phrase] psaltery, sack, stuff, thing, tool, vessel, ware, weapon, [phrase] whatsoever. - Strong's Number: H5656
There are 125 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֲבֹדָה
Transliteration: ʻăbôdâh
Pronunciation: ab-o-daw'
Description: or עֲבוֹדָה; from עָבַד; work of any kind; act, bondage, [phrase] bondservant, effect, labour, ministering(-try), office, service(-ile, -itude), tillage, use, work, [idiom] wrought. - Strong's Number: H4908
There are 129 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִשְׁכָּן
Transliteration: mishkân
Pronunciation: mish-kawn'
Description: from שָׁכַן; a residence (including a shepherd's hut, the lair of animals, figuratively, the grave; also the Temple); specifically, the Tabernacle (properly, its wooden walls); dwelleth, dwelling (place), habitation, tabernacle, tent. - Strong's Number: H168
There are 369 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֹהֶל
Transliteration: ʼôhel
Pronunciation: o'-hel
Description: from אָהַל; a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance); covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. - Strong's Number: H4150
There are 213 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מוֹעֵד
Transliteration: môwʻêd
Pronunciation: mo-ade'
Description: or מֹעֵד; or (feminine) מוֹעָדָה; (2 Chronicles 8:13), from יָעַד; properly, an appointment, i.e. a fixed time or season; specifically, a festival; conventionally ayear; by implication, an assembly (as convened for a definite purpose); technically the congregation; by extension, the place of meeting; also a signal (as appointed beforehand); appointed (sign, time), (place of, solemn) assembly, congregation, (set, solemn) feast, (appointed, due) season, solemn(-ity), synogogue, (set) time (appointed).