Exodus 27:15

Authorized King James Version

And on the other side shall be hangings fifteen cubits: their pillars three, and their sockets three.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְלַכָּתֵף֙
side
the shoulder (proper, i.e., upper end of the arm; as being the spot where the garments hang); figuratively, side-piece or lateral projection of anythi
#2
הַשֵּׁנִ֔ית
And on the other
properly, double, i.e., second; also adverbially, again
#3
חְמֵ֥שׁ
fifteen
five
#4
עֶשְׂרֵ֖ה
ten (only in combination), i.e., -teen; also (ordinal) -teenth
#5
קְלָעִ֑ים
shall be hangings
a (door) screen (as if slung across), or the valve (of the door) itself
#6
עַמֻּֽדֵיהֶ֣ם
cubits their pillars
a column (as standing); also a stand, i.e., platform
#7
שְׁלֹשָֽׁה׃
three
three; occasionally (ordinal) third, or (multiple) thrice
#8
וְאַדְנֵיהֶ֖ם
and their sockets
a basis (of a building, a column, etc.)
#9
שְׁלֹשָֽׁה׃
three
three; occasionally (ordinal) third, or (multiple) thrice

Analysis

Within the broader context of Exodus, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Exodus.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Exodus Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

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