KJV ORIGINAL
And I will set my tabernacle among you: and my soul shall not abhor you.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
I will place my dwelling among you, and I will not reject you or turn away from you in disgust.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is promising to live close to his people and never reject them with disgust or hatred.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from God's covenant promises to Israel in Leviticus, where He outlines the blessings for obedience. The tabernacle was the portable sanctuary where God's presence dwelt among the Israelites during their wilderness journey. This promise assured them that God desired to remain close to them rather than distance himself due to their failures.
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