Exodus 37:10

Exodus 37:10 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

He also made the table of acacia wood two cubits long, a cubit wide, and a cubit and a half high.

King James Version KJV

¶ And he made the table of shittim wood: two cubits was the length thereof, and a cubit the breadth thereof, and a cubit and a half the height thereof:

American Standard Version ASV

And he made the table of acacia wood: two cubits was the length thereof, and a cubit the breadth thereof, and a cubit and a half the height thereof.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And he made the table of hard wood, two cubits long, a cubit wide and a cubit and a half high;

Free Bible Version FBV

Then he made the table of acacia wood two cubits long by a cubit wide by a cubit and a half high.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Also he made ye Table of Shittim wood: two cubites was the length thereof, and a cubite the breadth thereof, and a cubite and an halfe the height of it.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And he maketh the table of shittim wood; two cubits its length, and a cubit its breadth, and a cubit and a half its height,

World English Bible WEB

He made the table of acacia wood. Its length was two cubits, and its width was a cubit, and its height was a cubit and a half.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And he made the table of shittim wood: two cubits was its length, and a cubit its breadth, and a cubit and a half its hight:

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

He made also the table of setim wood, in length two cubits, and in breadth one cubit, and in height it was a cubit and a half.

Translation for Translators T4T

Bezalel made a table from acacia wood. It was ◄36 in./88 cm.► long, ◄18 in./44 cm.► wide, and ◄27 in./66 cm.► high.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 37:10

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Exodus 37:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יַּ֥עַשׂ אֶת הַ/שֻּׁלְחָ֖ן עֲצֵ֣י שִׁטִּ֑ים אַמָּתַ֤יִם אָרְכּ/וֹ֙ וְ/אַמָּ֣ה רָחְבּ֔/וֹ וְ/אַמָּ֥ה וָ/חֵ֖צִי קֹמָתֽ/וֹ

וַ/יַּ֥עַשׂ ʻâsâh H6213 to make Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM

הַ/שֻּׁלְחָ֖ן shulchân H7979 table Art | N-ms

עֲצֵ֣י ʻêts H6086 tree N-mp

שִׁטִּ֑ים shiṭṭâh H7848 acacia N-fp

אַמָּתַ֤יִם ʼammâh H520 cubit N-fd

אָרְכּ/וֹ֙ ʼôrek H753 length N-ms | Suff

וְ/אַמָּ֣ה ʼammâh H520 cubit Conj | N-fs

רָחְבּ֔/וֹ rôchab H7341 width N-ms | Suff

וְ/אַמָּ֥ה ʼammâh H520 cubit Conj | N-fs

וָ/חֵ֖צִי chêtsîy H2677 half Conj | N-ms

קֹמָתֽ/וֹ qôwmâh H6967 height N-fs | Suff

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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 37:10

וַ/יַּ֥עַשׂ ʻâsâh H6213 "to make" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms

This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.

Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made

Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.

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.

הַ/שֻּׁלְחָ֖ן shulchân H7979 "table" Art | N-ms

A shulchan refers to a table, often used for meals or sacred purposes, like a king's table. It symbolizes a place of community and sharing.

Definition: 1) table 1a) table 1a1) of king's table, private use, sacred uses

Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: table. See also: Exodus 25:23; 1 Kings 13:20; Psalms 23:5.

עֲצֵ֣י ʻêts H6086 "tree" N-mp

This Hebrew word for tree or wood refers to a strong and firm object, like a tree or a wooden plank, as seen in the carpentry work of Jesus' earthly father Joseph in Matthew 13:55.

Definition: : wood 1) tree, wood, timber, stock, plank, stalk, stick, gallows 1a) tree, trees 1b) wood, pieces of wood, gallows, firewood, cedar-wood, woody flax

Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] carpenter, gallows, helve, [phrase] pine, plank, staff, stalk, stick, stock, timber, tree, wood. See also: Genesis 1:11; Joshua 9:23; Psalms 1:3.

שִׁטִּ֑ים shiṭṭâh H7848 "acacia" N-fp

The acacia tree, known for its thorns, is described by this word, which is also used to describe the wood used to build the Tabernacle in Exodus.

Definition: acacia tree, acacia wood

Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: shittah, shittim. See also H1029 (בֵּית הַשִּׁטָּה). See also: Exodus 25:5; Exodus 35:24; Isaiah 41:19.

אַמָּתַ֤יִם ʼammâh H520 "cubit" N-fd

A cubit is a unit of measurement, about the length of a forearm, used in the Bible to describe the size of objects like the Ark of the Covenant in Exodus. It is also used to describe a foundation or a door-base.

Definition: cubit-a measure of distance (the forearm), roughly 18 in (. 5m). There are several cubits used in the OT, the cubit of a man or common cubit (De 3:11), the legal cubit or cubit of the sanctuary (Eze 40:5) plus others. See a Bible Dictionary for a complete treatment. Aramaic equivalent: am.mah (אַמָּה "cubit" H0521)

Usage: Occurs in 132 OT verses. KJV: cubit, [phrase] hundred (by exchange for H3967 (מֵאָה)), measure, post. See also: Genesis 6:15; 2 Chronicles 3:3; Isaiah 6:4.

אָרְכּ/וֹ֙ ʼôrek H753 "length" N-ms | Suff

Length can refer to physical distance or a long period of time, and also to patience and self-restraint, like waiting forever for something to happen.

Definition: 1) length 1a) physical length 1b) of time 2) forbearance, self-restraint (of patience)

Usage: Occurs in 90 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] forever, length, long. See also: Genesis 6:15; Psalms 93:5; Psalms 21:5.

וְ/אַמָּ֣ה ʼammâh H520 "cubit" Conj | N-fs

Usage: Occurs in 132 OT verses. KJV: cubit, [phrase] hundred (by exchange for H3967 (מֵאָה)), measure, post. See also: Genesis 6:15; 2 Chronicles 3:3; Isaiah 6:4.

רָחְבּ֔/וֹ rôchab H7341 "width" N-ms | Suff

This Hebrew word means width or breadth, used to describe physical size or space. It appears in the Bible to describe the width of the earth or a room. In the KJV, it is translated as breadth or broad.

Definition: breadth, width, expanse

Usage: Occurs in 89 OT verses. KJV: breadth, broad, largeness, thickness, wideness. See also: Genesis 6:15; Ezekiel 40:13; Isaiah 8:8.

וְ/אַמָּ֥ה ʼammâh H520 "cubit" Conj | N-fs

Usage: Occurs in 132 OT verses. KJV: cubit, [phrase] hundred (by exchange for H3967 (מֵאָה)), measure, post. See also: Genesis 6:15; 2 Chronicles 3:3; Isaiah 6:4.

וָ/חֵ֖צִי chêtsîy H2677 "half" Conj | N-ms

This word means half or middle, describing a division or a part of something. It is used to talk about physical things or time, like half of the day. The Bible uses it in various contexts.

Definition: 1) half 1a) half 1b) middle

Usage: Occurs in 101 OT verses. KJV: half, middle, mid(-night), midst, part, two parts. See also: Exodus 12:29; Ruth 3:8; Psalms 102:25.

קֹמָתֽ/וֹ qôwmâh H6967 "height" N-fs | Suff

Qomah refers to height or stature, describing how tall someone or something is, like the height of a person or a building in the book of Ezekiel.

Definition: 1) height 1a) height, stature 1b) height

Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] along, height, high, stature, tall. See also: Genesis 6:15; 1 Kings 7:23; Isaiah 10:33.

Study Notes — Exodus 37:10

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Exodus 37:10 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 37:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 37:10
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 37:10
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 37:10
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 37:10
Sermons on Exodus 37:10

Context — The Table of Showbread

8one cherub on one end and one on the other, all made from one piece of gold. 9And the cherubim had wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat. The cherubim faced each other, looking toward the mercy seat.

10He also made the table of acacia wood two cubits long, a cubit wide, and a cubit and a half high.

11He overlaid it with pure gold and made a gold molding around it. 12And he made a rim around it a handbreadth wide and put a gold molding on the rim.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	John 1:14	The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.
2	Ezekiel 40:39–42	Inside the portico of the gateway were two tables on each side, on which the burnt offerings, sin offerings, and guilt offerings were to be slaughtered. Outside, as one goes up to the entrance of the north gateway, there were two tables on one side and two more tables on the other side of the gate’s portico. So there were four tables inside the gateway and four outside—eight tables in all—on which the sacrifices were to be slaughtered. There were also four tables of dressed stone for the burnt offering, each a cubit and a half long, a cubit and a half wide, and a cubit high. On these were placed the utensils used to slaughter the burnt offerings and the other sacrifices.
3	Malachi 1:12	“But you profane it when you say, ‘The table of the Lord is defiled, and as for its fruit, its food is contemptible.’
4	Exodus 25:23–30	You are also to make a table of acacia wood two cubits long, a cubit wide, and a cubit and a half high. Overlay it with pure gold and make a gold molding around it. And make a rim around it a handbreadth wide and put a gold molding on the rim. Make four gold rings for the table and fasten them to the four corners at its four legs. The rings are to be close to the rim, to serve as holders for the poles used to carry the table. Make the poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold, so that the table may be carried with them. You are also to make the plates and dishes, as well as the pitchers and bowls for pouring drink offerings. Make them out of pure gold. And place the Bread of the Presence on the table before Me at all times.
5	Exodus 40:22–23	Moses placed the table in the Tent of Meeting on the north side of the tabernacle, outside the veil. He arranged the bread on it before the LORD, just as the LORD had commanded him.
6	Exodus 35:13	the table with its poles, all its utensils, and the Bread of the Presence;
7	Exodus 40:4	Then bring in the table and set out its arrangement; bring in the lampstand as well, and set up its lamps.
8	Colossians 1:27	To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.
9	John 1:16	From His fullness we have all received grace upon grace.

Exodus 37:10 Summary

[The table made of acacia wood, as described in Exodus 37:10, was a special piece of furniture in the tabernacle where God's people worshiped. It was made with precise dimensions and overlaid with gold, symbolizing God's provision and care for His people, much like Jesus feeding the multitudes (Matthew 14:13-21). The table also points to the coming of Jesus Christ, who would provide eternal nourishment and life. As we reflect on this verse, we can remember that God provides for us and desires to nourish us spiritually, just as He did for the Israelites in the wilderness (Exodus 16:4-36).]

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the table made of acacia wood in Exodus 37:10?

The table represents the provision and nourishment of God's people, much like the table in the New Testament where Jesus broke bread with His disciples (Luke 22:14-20, 1 Corinthians 10:16-17).

Why was the table made with such precise dimensions?

The precise dimensions of the table, two cubits long, a cubit wide, and a cubit and a half high, demonstrate the attention to detail and obedience to God's instructions, as seen in Exodus 25:23-30 and repeated in Exodus 37:10-11.

How does the table of acacia wood relate to other furnishings in the tabernacle?

The table, along with other furnishings like the ark of the covenant and the mercy seat, was a vital part of the tabernacle's design, pointing to the coming Messiah and the ultimate sacrifice He would make (Hebrews 8:1-5, Exodus 25:17-22).

What can we learn from the materials used to make the table?

The use of acacia wood, overlaid with pure gold, teaches us about the combination of humility and glory, reminding us of Jesus Christ, who humbled Himself and was later glorified (Philippians 2:5-11, Exodus 37:11).

Reflection Questions

As you reflect on the table made of acacia wood, what does it teach you about God's provision and care for His people?
How can you apply the principle of attention to detail, as seen in the construction of the table, to your own life and service to God?
In what ways can you see the foreshadowing of Jesus Christ in the design and purpose of the table, and how does this impact your worship and appreciation for Him?
What does the combination of acacia wood and gold overlay teach you about the balance between humility and glory in the Christian life?

Gill's Exposition on Exodus 37:10

[See comments on Exodus 37:1].

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 37:10

And he made the mercy seat of pure gold: two cubits and a half was the length thereof, and one cubit and a half the breadth thereof. Made the mercyseat of pure gold.

Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 37:10

XXXVII.(1-24) This passage corresponds with Exodus 37:10-29 of Exodus 25, and contains an account of the construction of the holy furniture: (1) That of the Holy of Holies: viz., the ark (Exodus 37:1-5), the mercyseat (Exodus 37:6-9); (2) that of the Holy Place, viz., the table of shewbread (Exodus 37:10-16) and the golden candlestick (Exodus 37:17-24). Exodus 37:1-5 correspond to Exodus 25:10-14 of Exodus 25 Exodus 37:6-9 correspond to Exodus 25:17-20 of Exodus 25 Exodus 37:10-16 correspond to Exodus 25:23-29 of Exodus 25 Exodus 37:17-24 correspond to Exodus 25:31-39 of Exodus 25

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 37:10

Verse 10. He made the table] See Exodus 25:23.

Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 37:10

THE ARK OF THE , Exodus 39:1-9. See notes on Exodus 25:10-22. THE TABLE OF , Exodus 39:10-16. See notes on Exodus 25:23-30. THE GOLDEN , Exodus 39:17-24. See notes on Exodus 25:31-40. THE ALTAR OF INCENSE, Exodus 39:25-28.

Sermons on Exodus 37:10

	Sermon	Description
	A Man Approved by God by Major Ian Thomas	In this sermon from the 1966 Southland-Kazakh Convention, Major Thomas emphasizes the importance of Jesus as the fulfillment of all that was written and foreshadowed in the Bible.
	The Theology of Christmas by A.W. Tozer	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of waking up in the night to pray. He shares his personal experience of talking to the Lord before getting out of bed most mor
	Finishing the Course Well by J. Oswald Sanders	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being active participants in our faith rather than passive observers. He compares our tendency to be "TV athletes" who watc
	(How to Get Out of a Religious Rut): Three Spiritual Laws by A.W. Tozer	In this sermon, the preacher discusses the thesis that most evangelical Christians are spiritually asleep and morally stagnant. He emphasizes that this is displeasing to God and tr
	(John - Part 1): God Has Put Everlasting Into Our Souls by A.W. Tozer	In this sermon, the preacher discusses the clarity and depth of the language used in the fourth gospel, specifically the book of John. He emphasizes that while the language is clea
	Help Wanted: A Singer by Warren Wiersbe	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of finding the right Master in order to experience true freedom. He warns against believing lies, as they lead to bondage and
	A Judgement Is Coming by Vance Havner	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not just having access to the light of God's truth, but also actively engaging with it. He warns against the danger of bei