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Exodus 40:4

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And thou shalt bring in the table, and set in order the things that are to be set in order upon it; and thou shalt bring in the candlestick, and light the lamps thereof.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Bring in the table and arrange everything that belongs on it in its proper place. Then bring in the lampstand and light its lamps.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is giving Moses specific instructions for setting up the holy furniture and lighting in the tabernacle.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is from the book of Exodus, where God provides Moses with precise instructions for assembling the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that the Israelites used during their wilderness wanderings after leaving Egypt. The table likely refers to the Table of Showbread, which held bread as a symbol of God's provision, and the candlestick is the golden lampstand that provided light in the Holy Place, representing God's guidance. These elements were part of a sacred setup designed to foster worship and signify God's dwelling among His people.

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