King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And he spread abroad the tent over the tabernacle, and put the covering of the tent above upon it; as the LORD commanded Moses.
Complete Jewish Bible:
He spread the tent over the tabernacle and put the covering of the tent above it, as ADONAI had ordered Moshe.
Berean Standard Bible:
Then he spread the tent over the tabernacle and put the covering over the tent, just as the LORD had commanded him.
American Standard Version:
And he spread the tent over the tabernacle, and put the covering of the tent above upon it; as Jehovah commanded Moses.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And he spread abroad{H6566} the tent{H168} over the tabernacle{H4908}, and put{H7760} the covering{H4372} of the tent{H168} above{H4605} upon it; as the LORD{H3068} commanded{H6680} Moses{H4872}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Exodus 36:8
- ¶ And every wise hearted man among them that wrought the work of the tabernacle made ten curtains [of] fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: [with] cherubims of cunning work made he them.
Exodus 36:19
- And he made a covering for the tent [of] rams' skins dyed red, and a covering [of] badgers' skins above [that].
Exodus 26:1
- ¶ Moreover thou shalt make the tabernacle [with] ten curtains [of] fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: [with] cherubims of cunning work shalt thou make them.
Exodus 26:14
- And thou shalt make a covering for the tent [of] rams' skins dyed red, and a covering above [of] badgers' skins.
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Commentary for Exodus 40:19
1. **Themes:**
- **Divine Instruction and Obedience:** Exodus 40:19 emphasizes the importance of following God's commands as Moses sets up the tabernacle exactly as instructed by the Lord. This obedience is a central theme in the relationship between God and His people.
- **Completion and Dedication:** The verse marks the completion of the tabernacle, a sacred space dedicated to the worship and presence of God among the Israelites. It signifies the establishment of a formal structure for religious observance and sacrificial worship.
- **God's Presence:** The tabernacle was designed to be the dwelling place of God on earth, and the spreading of the tent over it symbolizes God's protection and presence with His people during their journey in the wilderness.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Exodus from Egypt:** The Israelites were led out of slavery in Egypt by Moses, guided by God's power and promises. After leaving Egypt, they wandered in the Sinai desert.
- **The Tabernacle:** During this time, God gave Moses detailed instructions on Mount Sinai for building the tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that would serve as a place of worship until the Israelites reached the Promised Land.
- **Wilderness Wanderings:** Exodus 40:19 is part of the narrative that concludes the Book of Exodus, which details the construction of the tabernacle near the end of the Israelites' year-long stay at Mount Sinai.
- **Covenant Relationship:** The tabernacle was an integral part of the covenant relationship between God and Israel, providing a means for the people to approach God through the priesthood and sacrifices.
In summary, Exodus 40:19 reflects the themes of obedience to divine command, the establishment of a dedicated space for worship, and the assurance of God's abiding presence with His people. It occurs within the historical context of the Israelites' journey from Egypt to Canaan, with the tabernacle serving as a central fixture of their religious life during their wilderness wanderings.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H6566
There are 66 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פָּרַשׂ
Transliteration: pâras
Pronunciation: paw-ras'
Description: a primitive root; to break apart, disperse, etc.; break, chop in pieces, lay open, scatter, spread (abroad, forth, selves, out), stretch (forth, out). - 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: 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: H7760
There are 550 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שׂוּם
Transliteration: sûwm
Pronunciation: soom
Description: or שִׂים; a primitive root; to put (used in a great variety of applications, literal, figurative, inferentially, and elliptically); [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring, call (a name), care, cast in, change, charge, commit, consider, convey, determine, [phrase] disguise, dispose, do, get, give, heap up, hold, impute, lay (down, up), leave, look, make (out), mark, [phrase] name, [idiom] on, ordain, order, [phrase] paint, place, preserve, purpose, put (on), [phrase] regard, rehearse, reward, (cause to) set (on, up), shew, [phrase] stedfastly, take, [idiom] tell, [phrase] tread down, (over-)turn, [idiom] wholly, work. - Strong's Number: H4372
There are 12 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִכְסֶה
Transliteration: mikçeh
Pronunciation: mik-seh'
Description: from כָּסָה; a covering, i.e. weatherboarding; covering. - Strong's Number: H4605
There are 134 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מַעַל
Transliteration: maʻal
Pronunciation: mah'al
Description: from עָלָה; properly, the upper part, used only adverbially with prefix upward, above, overhead, from the top, etc.; above, exceeding(-ly), forward, on ([idiom] very) high, over, up(-on, -ward), very. - Strong's Number: H3068
There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהֹוָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה. - Strong's Number: H6680
There are 475 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צָוָה
Transliteration: tsâvâh
Pronunciation: tsaw-vaw'
Description: a primitive root; (intensively) to constitute, enjoin; appoint, (for-) bid, (give a) charge, (give a, give in, send with) command(-er, -ment), send a messenger, put, (set) in order. - Strong's Number: H4872
There are 704 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מֹשֶׁה
Transliteration: Môsheh
Pronunciation: mo-sheh'
Description: from מָשָׁה; drawing out (of the water), i.e. rescued; Mosheh, the Israelite lawgiver; Moses.