Exodus 26:16
Ten cubits shall be the length of a board, and a cubit and a half shall be the breadth of one board.
Original Language Analysis
הָֽאַמָּ֔ה
and a cubit
H520
הָֽאַמָּ֔ה
and a cubit
Strong's:
H520
Word #:
2 of 10
properly, a mother (i.e., unit of measure, or the fore-arm (below the elbow), i.e., a cubit; also a door-base (as a bond of the entrance)
הָֽאַמָּ֔ה
and a cubit
H520
הָֽאַמָּ֔ה
and a cubit
Strong's:
H520
Word #:
5 of 10
properly, a mother (i.e., unit of measure, or the fore-arm (below the elbow), i.e., a cubit; also a door-base (as a bond of the entrance)
הָֽאַמָּ֔ה
and a cubit
H520
הָֽאַמָּ֔ה
and a cubit
Strong's:
H520
Word #:
7 of 10
properly, a mother (i.e., unit of measure, or the fore-arm (below the elbow), i.e., a cubit; also a door-base (as a bond of the entrance)
Historical Context
The ten-cubit height meant the boards reached from ground to the tabernacle's roof structure. The 1.5-cubit width allowed twenty boards on each side and six (possibly eight with corner pieces) on the west end, creating a 30 × 10 cubit interior.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God 'size' each believer perfectly for their place in His dwelling?
- When have you felt 'misfit' for God's purposes, only to discover His perfect placement?
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Analysis & Commentary
Each board measures 10 cubits × 1.5 cubits (approximately 15' × 27'). The height (10) suggests completeness; the width enables the boards to stand together forming walls. These uniform dimensions ensure all boards fit together perfectly—no board too short or too tall. In Christ's body, each member is perfectly sized and placed for their function (1 Corinthians 12:18). God doesn't create misfits; apparent differences serve divine design.