Exodus 36:35

Authorized King James Version

And he made a vail of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen: with cherubims made he it of cunning work.

Word-by-Word Analysis

עָשָׂ֥ה

H6213

And he made

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

הַפָּרֹ֔כֶת

H6532

a vail

a separatrix, i.e., (the sacred) screen

תְּכֵ֧לֶת

H8504

of blue

the cerulean mussel, i.e., the color (violet) obtained therefrom or stuff dyed therewith

וְאַרְגָּמָ֛ן

H713

and purple

purple (the color or the dyed stuff)

וְתוֹלַ֥עַת

H8438

a maggot (as voracious); specifically (often with ellipsis of h8144) the crimson-grub, but used only (in this connection) of the color from it, and cl

שָׁנִ֖י

H8144

and scarlet

crimson, properly, the insect or its color, also stuff dyed with it

וְשֵׁ֣שׁ

H8336

linen

bleached stuff, i.e., white linen or (by analogy) marble

מָשְׁזָ֑ר

H7806

and fine twined

to twist (a thread of straw)

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מַֽעֲשֵׂ֥ה

H4639

work

an action (good or bad); generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product (specifically, a poem) or (generally) property

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חֹשֵׁ֛ב

H2803

he it of cunning

properly, to plait or interpenetrate, i.e., (literally) to weave or (generally) to fabricate; figuratively, to plot or contrive (usually in a maliciou

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עָשָׂ֥ה

H6213

And he made

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

#13

אֹתָ֖הּ

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

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כְּרֻבִֽים׃

H3742

with cherubims

a cherub or imaginary figure

Analysis

Within the broader context of Exodus, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. 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.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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