KJV ORIGINAL
And the middle bar in the midst of the boards shall reach from end to end.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The middle crossbar that goes through the center of the boards should stretch all the way from one end to the other end.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes how the middle support beam of the tabernacle should span the entire length of the wall for maximum strength and stability.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's detailed instructions to Moses for building the tabernacle, a portable sanctuary where God would dwell among the Israelites during their wilderness journey. The tabernacle was constructed with wooden boards held together by bars, creating a sturdy yet moveable structure that could be assembled and disassembled as the people traveled.
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