Exodus 35:4 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Moses spake unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, saying, This is the thing which the LORD commanded, saying,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Moses spoke to the entire community of Israelites and said, 'This is what the LORD has commanded:'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Moses is preparing to share God's specific instructions with all the people of Israel.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs after Moses returned from Mount Sinai with the second set of stone tablets, following the golden calf incident. Moses is now addressing the entire Israelite community in the wilderness to relay God's commands about building the tabernacle. This moment represents a fresh start in their relationship with God after their earlier disobedience.

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