Exodus 35:17
Exodus 35:17 in Multiple Translations
the curtains of the courtyard with its posts and bases, and the curtain for the gate of the courtyard;
The hangings of the court, his pillars, and their sockets, and the hanging for the door of the court,
the hangings of the court, the pillars thereof, and their sockets, and the screen for the gate of the court;
The hangings for the open space, its pillars and their bases, and the curtain for the doorway;
the curtains of the courtyard with its posts and bases, and the curtain for the courtyard entrance;
The hangings of the court, his pillars and his sockets, and the vaile of the gate of the court,
'The hangings of the court, its pillars, and their sockets, and the covering of the gate of the court,
the hangings of the court, its pillars, their sockets, and the screen for the gate of the court;
The hangings of the court, its pillars, and their sockets, and the hanging for the door of the court,
The curtains of the court with the pillars and the sockets, the hanging in the doors of the entry,
the curtains to surround the courtyard and the posts and bases for the posts from which to hang the curtains, the curtain for the entrance to the courtyard,
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 35:17
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Exodus 35:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֵ֚ת
קַלְעֵ֣י
הֶ/חָצֵ֔ר
אֶת
עַמֻּדָ֖י/ו
וְ/אֶת
אֲדָנֶ֑י/הָ
וְ/אֵ֕ת
מָסַ֖ךְ
שַׁ֥עַר
הֶ/חָצֵֽר
אֵ֚ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
קַלְעֵ֣י
qelaʻ
H7050
sling
N-mp
הֶ/חָצֵ֔ר
châtsêr
H2691
court
Art | N-cs
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
עַמֻּדָ֖י/ו
ʻammûwd
H5982
pillar
N-mp | Suff
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
אֲדָנֶ֑י/הָ
ʼeden
H134
socket
N-mp | Suff
וְ/אֵ֕ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מָסַ֖ךְ
mâçâk
H4539
covering
N-ms
שַׁ֥עַר
shaʻar
H8179
gate
N-ms
הֶ/חָצֵֽר
châtsêr
H2691
court
Art | N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 35:17
אֵ֚ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
קַלְעֵ֣י
qelaʻ
H7050
"sling"
N-mp
A curtain or hanging screen is what this word describes, like the ones used in the tabernacle or Solomon's temple to separate sacred spaces.
Definition: sling, slingstones
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: hanging, leaf, sling. See also: Exodus 27:9; Exodus 38:18; Zechariah 9:15.
הֶ/חָצֵ֔ר
châtsêr
H2691
"court"
Art | N-cs
A village in the Bible is a small settlement surrounded by walls. In Matthew 21:2, Jesus sends his disciples to a village to find a donkey, while in Mark 6:6, Jesus travels from village to village teaching.
Definition: 1) court, enclosure 1a) enclosures 1b) court
Usage: Occurs in 163 OT verses. KJV: court, tower, village. See also: Genesis 25:16; 2 Chronicles 24:21; Psalms 10:8.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
עַמֻּדָ֖י/ו
ʻammûwd
H5982
"pillar"
N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to a pillar or column, often used as a symbol of strength or support. It can also describe a platform or a stand, like a column of smoke rising into the air. The word is used in various contexts, including architecture and nature.
Definition: 1) pillar, column 1a) pillar 1b) column, upright 1c) column (of smoke)
Usage: Occurs in 84 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] apiece, pillar. See also: Exodus 13:21; 1 Kings 7:3; Psalms 75:4.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אֲדָנֶ֑י/הָ
ʼeden
H134
"socket"
N-mp | Suff
Eden means a strong foundation or base, like a pedestal or socket. It is used to describe the earth's foundation and the bases of the tabernacle. The word signifies a firm and strong base.
Definition: 1) base, pedestal, socket (strong, firm) 1a) pedestals of gold on which marble pillars were set 1b) pedestals of the earth, foundation of the earth 1c) pedestals, bases, or sockets on which tabernacle stood
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: foundation, socket. See also: Exodus 26:19; Exodus 36:38; Song of Solomon 5:15.
וְ/אֵ֕ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מָסַ֖ךְ
mâçâk
H4539
"covering"
N-ms
This term means a cover or veil, like the screen of the tabernacle, used for hiding or protection.
Definition: 1) covering, rag, screen 1a) covering 1b) screen (of the tabernacle)
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: covering, curtain, hanging. See also: Exodus 26:36; Exodus 40:8; Psalms 105:39.
שַׁ֥עַר
shaʻar
H8179
"gate"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a gate or door, often referring to city entrances or temple doors, like in Genesis and Exodus. It can also symbolize a meeting place or marketplace. The word is used to describe important locations in the Bible.
Definition: : gate 1) gate 1a) gate (of entrance) 1b) gate (of space inside gate, i.e. marketplace, public meeting place) 1b1) city, town 1c) gate (of palace, royal castle, temple, court of tabernacle) 1d) heaven
Usage: Occurs in 302 OT verses. KJV: city, door, gate, port ([idiom] -er). See also: Genesis 19:1; 1 Chronicles 9:18; Psalms 9:14.
הֶ/חָצֵֽר
châtsêr
H2691
"court"
Art | N-cs
A village in the Bible is a small settlement surrounded by walls. In Matthew 21:2, Jesus sends his disciples to a village to find a donkey, while in Mark 6:6, Jesus travels from village to village teaching.
Definition: 1) court, enclosure 1a) enclosures 1b) court
Usage: Occurs in 163 OT verses. KJV: court, tower, village. See also: Genesis 25:16; 2 Chronicles 24:21; Psalms 10:8.
Study Notes — Exodus 35:17
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- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:17
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:17
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 35:17
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:17
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:17
- Sermons on Exodus 35:17
Context — The Skilled Craftsmen
15the altar of incense with its poles; the anointing oil and fragrant incense; the curtain for the doorway at the entrance to the tabernacle;
16the altar of burnt offering with its bronze grate, its poles, and all its utensils; the basin with its stand;
17the curtains of the courtyard with its posts and bases, and the curtain for the gate of the courtyard;
18the tent pegs for the tabernacle and for the courtyard, along with their ropes; 19and the woven garments for ministering in the holy place—both the holy garments for Aaron the priest and the garments for his sons to serve as priests.”Cross References
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| 1 | 2 Samuel 7:2 | he said to Nathan the prophet, “Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the ark of God remains in a tent.” |
| 2 | Exodus 38:9–20 | Then he constructed the courtyard. The south side of the courtyard was a hundred cubits long and had curtains of finely spun linen, with twenty posts and twenty bronze bases, and with silver hooks and bands on the posts. The north side was also a hundred cubits long, with twenty posts and twenty bronze bases. The hooks and bands of the posts were silver. The west side was fifty cubits long and had curtains, with ten posts and ten bases. The hooks and bands of the posts were silver. And the east side, toward the sunrise, was also fifty cubits long. The curtains on one side of the entrance were fifteen cubits long, with three posts and three bases. And the curtains on the other side were also fifteen cubits long, with three posts and three bases as well. All the curtains around the courtyard were made of finely spun linen. The bases for the posts were bronze, the hooks and bands were silver, and the plating for the tops of the posts was silver. So all the posts of the courtyard were banded with silver. The curtain for the entrance to the courtyard was embroidered with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and finely spun linen. It was twenty cubits long and, like the curtains of the courtyard, five cubits high, with four posts and four bronze bases. Their hooks were silver, as well as the bands and the plating of their tops. All the tent pegs for the tabernacle and for the surrounding courtyard were bronze. |
| 3 | Exodus 27:9–19 | You are also to make a courtyard for the tabernacle. On the south side of the courtyard make curtains of finely spun linen, a hundred cubits long on one side, with twenty posts and twenty bronze bases, and silver hooks and bands on the posts. Likewise there are to be curtains on the north side, a hundred cubits long, with twenty posts and twenty bronze bases, and with silver hooks and bands on the posts. The curtains on the west side of the courtyard shall be fifty cubits wide, with ten posts and ten bases. The east side of the courtyard, toward the sunrise, is to be fifty cubits wide. Make the curtains on one side fifteen cubits long, with three posts and three bases, and the curtains on the other side fifteen cubits long, with three posts and three bases. The gate of the courtyard shall be twenty cubits long, with a curtain embroidered with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and finely spun linen. It shall have four posts and four bases. All the posts around the courtyard shall have silver bands, silver hooks, and bronze bases. The entire courtyard shall be a hundred cubits long and fifty cubits wide, with curtains of finely spun linen five cubits high, and with bronze bases. All the utensils of the tabernacle for every use, including all its tent pegs and the tent pegs of the courtyard, shall be made of bronze. |
Exodus 35:17 Summary
Exodus 35:17 describes the curtains of the courtyard, which were an essential part of the tabernacle's structure, providing a sense of separation and boundary between the holy place and the outside world (as seen in Exodus 26:33). The posts and bases supported these curtains, while the curtain for the gate marked the entrance to the holy place, reminding us to approach God with reverence and respect (Leviticus 10:3, Psalm 100:4). This verse reminds us that God is a God of order and detail, and that our obedience to His instructions is crucial (Exodus 35:1-19). By reflecting on this verse, we can deepen our understanding of God's presence in our lives and our role in building His kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the purpose of the curtains of the courtyard in Exodus 35:17?
The curtains of the courtyard served as a boundary and a means of separation between the holy place and the outside world, as seen in Exodus 35:17, and were also a symbol of God's presence among His people, similar to the curtain in the tabernacle mentioned in Exodus 26:33.
Why were the posts and bases important for the curtains of the courtyard?
The posts and bases were necessary to support the curtains and provide a stable structure for the courtyard, much like the poles and bases mentioned in Exodus 26:32, which held up the curtains of the tabernacle.
What is the significance of the curtain for the gate of the courtyard?
The curtain for the gate of the courtyard, mentioned in Exodus 35:17, marked the entrance to the holy place and served as a reminder of the importance of approaching God with reverence and respect, as seen in Leviticus 10:3 and Psalm 100:4.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of the tabernacle and its furnishings?
Exodus 35:17 is part of the larger narrative of the construction of the tabernacle, which symbolizes God's dwelling among His people, as seen in Exodus 25:8 and Hebrews 9:1-5, and highlights the importance of obedience to God's instructions, as emphasized in Exodus 35:1-19.
Reflection Questions
- As I reflect on the curtains of the courtyard, what boundaries or separations do I need to establish in my own life to maintain a sense of holiness and reverence for God?
- How can I apply the principle of obedience to God's instructions, as seen in Exodus 35:17, to my own life and relationships?
- What does the image of the curtain for the gate of the courtyard evoke in my heart, and how can I use this imagery to deepen my understanding of God's presence in my life?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites, contribute to the building of God's kingdom and the establishment of His presence in my community?
- How does the attention to detail in Exodus 35:17, with its focus on posts, bases, and curtains, challenge me to be more mindful of the details in my own life and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:17
The hangings of the court,.... Of the tabernacle, the outward court, which were of fine twined linen, a hundred cubits long on each side, north and south, and fifty cubits broad, east and west; see
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:17
And Moses spake unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, saying, This is the thing which the LORD commanded, saying, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:17
(10-19) And every wise hearted among you.—The first appeal is to all; all may contribute something towards the materials of the sacred structure. But the second appeal is to some only. The “wise-hearted” alone can take part in the actual construction, and “make all that the Lord hath commanded.” On the expression “wise – hearted,” see Note on Exodus 28:3. It includes skill of various kinds and degrees, even that of poor women, who “did spin with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, both of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine linen” (Exodus 35:25). In enumerating the things to be constructed, Moses follows, not the order of the revelations made to him, but what may be called the natural order: first, the Tabernacle as a whole; then its various parts (Exodus 35:11); after this, its contents—those of the Holy of Holies (Exodus 35:12), of the Holy Place (Exodus 35:13-15), and of the Court (Exodus 35:16-18); finally, the dress to be worn by those who conducted the services (Exodus 35:19). On the Tabernacle and its parts, see Exodus 26:1-37; on the Ark, the staves, and the mercy-seat, Exodus 25:10-15; on the “veil of the covering,” Exodus 26:31; on the table and the candlestick, Exodus 25:23-30; on the incense altar, Exodus 30:1-10; on the anointing oil, Exodus 30:23-25; on the sweet incense, Exodus 30:34-35; on the hanging for the door, Exodus 26:36; on the altar of burnt offering, Exodus 27:1-8; on the laver and its foot, Exodus 30:17-21; on the hangings of the Court, its pillars, sockets, pins, &c., Exodus 27:9-19; and on “the cloths of service,” Exodus 28:2-42. (On the true meaning of the expression, “cloths of service,” see Note on Exodus 31:10.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 35:17
Verse 17. The hangings of the court] See Exodus 27:9.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:17
10–19. All skilled workmen among the people invited to assist in the task of making the objects prescribed. There is nothing in chs. 25–31 corresponding to this invitation: Exodus 28:3 relates to the priestly vestments alone. The enumeration of things to be made begins with the Dwelling, and then proceeds in order from the Holy of holies to the Court, ending with the vestments for the priests.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:17
11-19. The tabernacle, etc. — These different parts of the sanctuary and the sacred vessels are illustrated in notes on chaps. 25-28.
Sermons on Exodus 35:17
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Through the Bible - 2 Samuel by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not grabbing or taking things for ourselves, but instead waiting for God's timing and provision. He uses the example of Ja |
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(Exodus) Exodus 37:1-29 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the structure and symbolism of the tabernacle in the Bible. The tabernacle had three compartments and three entrances: the outer court, the ho |
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(Exodus) Exodus 38:9-11 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of the tabernacle and its symbolism in relation to the gospel. The outer court, surrounded by a fence, represents the separat |
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Through the Bible - Exodus - Part 2 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the tabernacle described in the book of Exodus. He explains that the tabernacle is a picture of the body of Christ, with believers closely hel |
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Study Notes - the Tabernacle by Walter Beuttler | Walter Beuttler preaches on the purpose and typology of the tabernacle, highlighting how God used offerings and rituals to mend the broken fellowship with sinful man. The tabernacl |