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Exodus 26:4

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And thou shalt make loops of blue upon the edge of the one curtain from the selvedge in the coupling; and likewise shalt thou make in the uttermost edge of another curtain, in the coupling of the second.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Make loops of blue yarn along the edge of one curtain where it will be joined to another. Do the same thing on the edge of the other curtain where the two will be connected together.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is giving Moses detailed instructions for making loops that will connect the curtains of the tabernacle together.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Exodus, God is giving detailed instructions to Moses for the construction of the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that the Israelites used during their wilderness wanderings after leaving Egypt. This verse specifically deals with the curtains that formed the outer covering of the Tabernacle, emphasizing the need for precise craftsmanship to ensure the pieces fit together properly. These instructions highlight the importance of order and holiness in worship as the Israelites prepared a sacred space for God's presence.

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