Exodus 26:17 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Two tenons shall there be in one board, set in order one against another: thus shalt thou make for all the boards of the tabernacle.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Each board should have two wooden pegs that fit together properly, one positioned against the other. Make all the boards for the tabernacle this same way.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is giving specific instructions for how to connect the wooden boards of the tabernacle so they fit together securely and uniformly.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Exodus, God provided Moses with detailed instructions for constructing the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that served as the center of worship for the Israelites during their exodus from Egypt and wilderness wanderings. This verse is part of the specific blueprints for the Tabernacle's framework, describing how wooden boards should be fitted together with tenons for stability and order. These plans reflect God's desire for a holy, well-ordered space where He could dwell among His people.

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