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Exodus 30:17

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse introduces another instruction that God is about to give Moses for the Israelites.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Exodus, God is giving Moses detailed instructions on Mount Sinai for the construction and use of the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that represented His presence among the Israelites during their wilderness journey. This verse serves as an introduction to God's specific commands about the bronze laver, a basin used for the priests' ritual washing to maintain purity in worship. These instructions were part of a larger covenant relationship, emphasizing holiness and obedience as the Israelites prepared to leave Sinai.

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