Exodus 40:22

Authorized King James Version

And he put the table in the tent of the congregation, upon the side of the tabernacle northward, without the vail.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיִּתֵּ֤ן

H5414

And he put

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

אֶת

H853

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

הַשֻּׁלְחָן֙

H7979

the table

a table (as spread out); by implication, a meal

בְּאֹ֣הֶל

H168

in the tent

a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)

מוֹעֵ֔ד

H4150

of the congregation

properly, an appointment, i.e., a fixed time or season; specifically, a festival; conventionally a year; by implication, an assembly (as convened for

עַ֛ל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

יֶ֥רֶךְ

H3409

upon the side

the thigh (from its fleshy softness); by euphemistically the generative parts; figuratively, a shank, flank, side

הַמִּשְׁכָּ֖ן

H4908

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

צָפֹ֑נָה

H6828

northward

properly, hidden, i.e., dark; used only of the north as a quarter (gloomy and unknown)

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מִח֖וּץ

H2351

without

properly, separate by a wall, i.e., outside, outdoors

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לַפָּרֹֽכֶת׃

H6532

the vail

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

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 Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.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 this verse's literary context within Exodus chapter 40 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
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?

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