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Exodus 36:19

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And he made a covering for the tent of rams’ skins dyed red, and a covering of badgers’ skins above that.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

He made a covering for the tent out of ram skins that were dyed red, and put another covering made of fine leather on top of that.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The craftsman made two protective layers of covering for the tabernacle - one of red-dyed ram skins and another of fine leather on top.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Exodus, God provided detailed instructions to Moses 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 specifically describes the outer layers of covering for the Tabernacle, made from rams' skins dyed red and what is traditionally understood as badgers' skins, which were practical materials chosen for their protective qualities in the harsh desert environment. These elements highlight the meticulous care and divine specifications given to ensure the Tabernacle was a holy and durable dwelling place for God's presence among His people.

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