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Exodus 36:11

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And he made loops of blue on the edge of one curtain from the selvedge in the coupling: likewise he made in the uttermost side of another curtain, in the coupling of the second.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

He made blue loops along the edge of one curtain where it would be joined to another. He did the same thing on the edge of the other curtain that would be connected to it.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The craftsmen are carefully making matching loops on curtain edges so they can be properly joined together in building God's tabernacle.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Exodus, after the Israelites escaped from Egypt, God gave Moses detailed instructions for building the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary where His presence would dwell among His people. This verse specifically describes the work of skilled artisans like Bezalel and Oholiab as they followed God's blueprint, making loops on the curtains to join them together for the Tabernacle's structure. Such precise craftsmanship highlighted the importance of obedience and holiness in creating a space for worship.

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