Exodus 36:27

Authorized King James Version

And for the sides of the tabernacle westward he made six boards.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וּֽלְיַרְכְּתֵ֥י
And for the sides
properly, the flank; but used only figuratively, the rear or recess
#2
הַמִּשְׁכָּ֖ן
of the tabernacle
a residence (including a shepherd's hut, the lair of animals, figuratively, the grave; also the temple); specifically, the tabernacle (properly, its w
#3
יָ֑מָּה
westward
a sea (as breaking in noisy surf) or large body of water; specifically (with the article), the mediterranean sea; sometimes a large river, or an artif
#4
עָשָׂ֖ה
he made
to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application
#5
שִׁשָּׁ֥ה
six
six (as an overplus beyond five or the fingers of the hand); as ordinal, sixth
#6
קְרָשִֽׁים׃
boards
a slab or plank; by implication, a deck of a ship

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Exodus. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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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