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Exodus 36:20

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And he made boards for the tabernacle of shittim wood, standing up.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

And he made upright boards for the tabernacle out of acacia wood.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes the construction of the wooden frame that would form the walls of God's portable dwelling place among the Israelites.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Exodus, after the Israelites escaped from Egypt, God provided Moses with detailed instructions for constructing the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that served as the center of worship and God's dwelling place among His people during their wilderness journey. The boards made from shittim wood, also known as acacia, were crucial structural components for the Tabernacle's framework, designed to stand upright and support the enclosure as the Israelites moved through the desert. This meticulous construction highlighted God's emphasis on precise obedience to His commands in creating a holy space.

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