Exodus 35:14
The candlestick also for the light, and his furniture, and his lamps, with the oil for the light,
Original Language Analysis
וְאֶת
H853
וְאֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
1 of 10
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
הַמָּאֽוֹר׃
also for the light
H3974
הַמָּאֽוֹר׃
also for the light
Strong's:
H3974
Word #:
3 of 10
properly, a luminous body or luminary, i.e., (abstractly) light (as an element); figuratively, brightness, i.e.,cheerfulness; specifically, a chandeli
וְאֶת
H853
וְאֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
4 of 10
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
כֵּלֶ֖יהָ
and his furniture
H3627
כֵּלֶ֖יהָ
and his furniture
Strong's:
H3627
Word #:
5 of 10
something prepared, i.e., any apparatus (as an implement, utensil, dress, vessel or weapon)
וְאֶת
H853
וְאֶת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
6 of 10
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
נֵֽרֹתֶ֑יהָ
and his lamps
H5216
נֵֽרֹתֶ֑יהָ
and his lamps
Strong's:
H5216
Word #:
7 of 10
a lamp (i.e., the burner) or light (literally or figuratively)
וְאֵ֖ת
H853
וְאֵ֖ת
Strong's:
H853
Word #:
8 of 10
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
Historical Context
The veil was approximately 30 feet high and hung on four pillars of acacia wood overlaid with gold. Its thickness and weight prevented accidental entry into God's presence. Jewish tradition suggests it was a handbreadth (about 4 inches) thick.
Questions for Reflection
- How does the tearing of the veil at Christ's crucifixion demonstrate the completeness of His atoning work?
- What does the cherubim-embroidered veil teach about the holiness barrier created by sin at the Fall?
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Analysis & Commentary
The veil (פָּרֹכֶת, parokhet) separating the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place represents the barrier between sinful humanity and God's holiness. Made of fine linen with cherubim embroidered in blue, purple, and scarlet, it symbolizes heaven's guarded entrance (Genesis 3:24). Only the high priest could pass through once yearly with atoning blood. At Christ's death, this veil tore top to bottom (Matthew 27:51), signifying direct access to God through Christ's sacrifice (Hebrews 10:19-20).