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Exodus 26:18

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And thou shalt make the boards for the tabernacle, twenty boards on the south side southward.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

You must make the wooden frames for the tabernacle, twenty frames for the south side.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is giving Moses detailed instructions for building the wooden framework that will form the walls of the tabernacle.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Exodus, God was providing detailed instructions to Moses for building the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that served as the center of worship for the Israelites during their wilderness journey after escaping Egypt. This verse specifically outlines the construction of the wooden boards that formed the Tabernacle's framework, specifying twenty boards for the south side to ensure the structure was sturdy and symmetrical. These precise directions reflected God's desire for a holy space where He could dwell among His people, emphasizing order and obedience in their worship practices.

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