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Exodus 36:37

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And he made an hanging for the tabernacle door of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, of needlework;
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

He made a curtain for the entrance of the tabernacle out of blue, purple, and red fabric, and fine twisted linen, with beautiful embroidered designs.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The craftsman created a beautiful, colorfully embroidered curtain to hang at the entrance of God's dwelling place among the Israelites.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Exodus, after the Israelites were freed from slavery in Egypt, God gave Moses detailed instructions for constructing the Tabernacle, a portable sanctuary that served as a place for God's presence among His people during their wilderness journey. This verse specifically describes the skilled work of the artisans in making the hanging for the tabernacle door, using high-quality materials like blue, purple, scarlet, and fine linen as commanded, to reflect the holiness and beauty God required. These elements underscore the importance of precise obedience in creating a space for divine worship.

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