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Exodus 40:31

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And Moses and Aaron and his sons washed their hands and their feet thereat:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Moses, Aaron, and Aaron's sons washed their hands and feet there.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is showing that Moses, Aaron, and his sons followed God's command to wash themselves before serving in the tabernacle.

📚 Historical Context

This verse describes the completion of the tabernacle, God's dwelling place among the Israelites during their wilderness journey. God had given Moses detailed instructions for building the tabernacle and establishing proper worship practices, including ceremonial washing for the priests. This washing at the bronze basin was required before Aaron and his sons could enter the Holy Place or approach the altar to offer sacrifices.

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