Exodus 35:20 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And all the congregation of the children of Israel departed from the presence of Moses.

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Then all the people of Israel left Moses and went away.

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This verse shows the Israelites leaving after Moses had given them important instructions about building the tabernacle.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Exodus, the Israelites were encamped at Mount Sinai after their miraculous deliverance from slavery in Egypt. Moses had just finished relaying God's specific instructions to the congregation about building the Tabernacle and observing the Sabbath as part of their covenant relationship. The departure of the people from Moses' presence indicates the conclusion of this gathering and the beginning of their preparation to carry out these divine commands.

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