Exodus 36:37

Authorized King James Version

And he made an hanging for the tabernacle door of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, of needlework;

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיַּ֤עַשׂ

H6213

And he made

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

מָסָךְ֙

H4539

an hanging

a cover, i.e., veil

לְפֶ֣תַח

H6607

door

an opening (literally), i.e., door (gate) or entrance way

הָאֹ֔הֶל

H168

for the tabernacle

a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)

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

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מָשְׁזָ֑ר

H7806

and fine twined

to twist (a thread of straw)

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מַֽעֲשֵׂ֖ה

H4639

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

#12

רֹקֵֽם׃

H7551

of needlework

to variegate color, i.e., embroider; by implication, to fabricate

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

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
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?
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?

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