Exodus 37:6
Exodus 37:6 in Multiple Translations
He constructed a mercy seat of pure gold, two and a half cubits long and a cubit and a half wide.
¶ 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.
And he made a mercy-seat of pure gold: two cubits and a half was the length thereof, and a cubit and a half the breadth thereof.
And he made the cover all of gold, two and a half cubits long and a cubit and a half wide.
He made the atonement cover of pure gold, two and a half cubits long by a cubit and a half wide.
And he made the Merciseate of pure golde: two cubites and an halfe was the length thereof, and one cubite and an halfe the breadth thereof.
And he maketh a mercy-seat of pure gold, two cubits and a half its length, and a cubit and a half its breadth;
He made a mercy seat of pure gold. Its length was two and a half cubits, and a cubit and a half its width.
And he made the mercy-seat of pure gold: two cubits and a half was the length of it, and one cubit and a half the breadth of it.
He made also the propitiatory, that is, the oracle, of the purest gold, two cubits and a half in length, and a cubit and a half in breadth.
He made a lid for the chest. That was the place where Yahweh would forgive people’s sins. It also was ◄45 in./110 cm.► long and ◄27 in./66 cm.► wide.
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Exodus 37:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יַּ֥עַשׂ
כַּפֹּ֖רֶת
זָהָ֣ב
טָה֑וֹר
אַמָּתַ֤יִם
וָ/חֵ֨צִי֙
אָרְכָּ֔/הּ
וְ/אַמָּ֥ה
וָ/חֵ֖צִי
רָחְבָּֽ/הּ
וַ/יַּ֥עַשׂ
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
כַּפֹּ֖רֶת
kappôreth
H3727
mercy seat
N-fs
זָהָ֣ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
טָה֑וֹר
ṭâhôwr
H2889
pure
Adj
אַמָּתַ֤יִם
ʼammâh
H520
cubit
N-fd
וָ/חֵ֨צִי֙
chêtsîy
H2677
half
Conj | N-ms
אָרְכָּ֔/הּ
ʼôrek
H753
length
N-ms | Suff
וְ/אַמָּ֥ה
ʼammâh
H520
cubit
Conj | N-fs
וָ/חֵ֖צִי
chêtsîy
H2677
half
Conj | N-ms
רָחְבָּֽ/הּ
rôchab
H7341
width
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 37:6
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.
כַּפֹּ֖רֶת
kappôreth
H3727
"mercy seat"
N-fs
The mercy seat was a golden lid on the Ark of the Covenant, where the High Priest would sprinkle blood to symbolize reconciliation with God. It was a crucial part of the Day of Atonement rituals, representing God's mercy and forgiveness.
Definition: 1) mercy-seat, place of atonement 1a) the golden plate of propitiation on which the High Priest sprinkled the seat 7 times on the Day of Atonement symbolically reconciling Jehovah and His chosen people 1a1) the slab of gold on top of the ark of the covenant which measured 2.5 by 1.5 cubits; on it and part of it were the two golden cherubim facing each other whose outstretched wings came together above and constituted the throne of God
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: mercy seat. See also: Exodus 25:17; Exodus 37:7; 1 Chronicles 28:11.
זָהָ֣ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
טָה֑וֹר
ṭâhôwr
H2889
"pure"
Adj
Tahor means pure or clean, and can refer to physical, moral, or ceremonial purity. In the Bible, it describes clean animals and morally upright people. It is often used to describe something as fair or pure.
Definition: 1) pure, clean 1a) clean (ceremonially-of animals) 1b) pure (physically) 1c) pure, clean (morally, ethically)
Usage: Occurs in 86 OT verses. KJV: clean, fair, pure(-ness). See also: Genesis 7:2; Leviticus 13:40; Psalms 12:7.
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.
וָ/חֵ֨צִי֙
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.
אָרְכָּ֔/הּ
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/אַמָּ֥ה
ʼammâh
H520
"cubit"
Conj | N-fs
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.
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.
רָחְבָּֽ/הּ
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.
Study Notes — Exodus 37:6
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- Exodus 37:6 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 37:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 37:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 37:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 37:6
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 37:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 37:6
- Sermons on Exodus 37:6
Context — The Mercy Seat
4Then he made poles of acacia wood and overlaid them with gold.
5He inserted the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark in order to carry it.
6He constructed a mercy seat of pure gold, two and a half cubits long and a cubit and a half wide.
7He made two cherubim of hammered gold at the ends of the mercy seat, 8one cherub on one end and one on the other, all made from one piece of gold.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Hebrews 9:5 | Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now. |
| 2 | Titus 2:14 | He gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds. |
| 3 | Romans 3:25 | God presented Him as the atoning sacrifice through faith in His blood, in order to demonstrate His righteousness, because in His forbearance He had passed over the sins committed beforehand. |
| 4 | 1 Chronicles 28:11 | Then David gave his son Solomon the plans for the portico of the temple, its buildings, storehouses, upper rooms, inner rooms, and the room for the mercy seat. |
| 5 | Leviticus 16:12–15 | Then he must take a censer full of burning coals from the altar before the LORD, and two handfuls of finely ground fragrant incense, and take them inside the veil. He is to put the incense on the fire before the LORD, and the cloud of incense will cover the mercy seat above the Testimony, so that he will not die. And he is to take some of the bull’s blood and sprinkle it with his finger on the east side of the mercy seat; then he shall sprinkle some of it with his finger seven times before the mercy seat. Aaron shall then slaughter the goat for the sin offering for the people and bring its blood behind the veil, and with its blood he must do as he did with the bull’s blood: He is to sprinkle it against the mercy seat and in front of it. |
| 6 | Galatians 4:4 | But when the time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, |
| 7 | Exodus 25:17–22 | And you are to construct a mercy seat of pure gold, two and a half cubits long and a cubit and a half wide. Make two cherubim of hammered gold at the ends of the mercy seat, one cherub on one end and one on the other, all made from one piece of gold. And the cherubim are to have wings that spread upward, overshadowing the mercy seat. The cherubim are to face each other, looking toward the mercy seat. Set the mercy seat atop the ark, and put the Testimony that I will give you into the ark. And I will meet with you there above the mercy seat, between the two cherubim that are over the ark of the Testimony; I will speak with you about all that I command you regarding the Israelites. |
| 8 | 1 John 2:2 | He Himself is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world. |
Exodus 37:6 Summary
The mercy seat, made of pure gold, was a special lid that covered the ark of the covenant, symbolizing God's throne and the place of atonement for sin, as seen in Exodus 25:17-22. Just like the mercy seat, Jesus is our atonement cover, who sits on God's throne and offers forgiveness for our sins, as described in Romans 3:24-25 and Hebrews 4:14-16. The mercy seat reminds us of the importance of reverence and respect for God's presence in our lives, just as the Israelites treated the ark with great care and reverence, as seen in 2 Samuel 6:1-11. As we reflect on the mercy seat, we are reminded of God's love and desire to be with us, and we are called to reverence and honor His presence in our lives, just as the Psalmist did in Psalm 99:1-5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the mercy seat in Exodus 37:6?
The mercy seat, also known as the atonement cover, is a symbol of God's throne and a reminder of the atonement for sin, as seen in Leviticus 16:14 and Romans 3:25. It represents the place where God's presence dwells and where sin is atoned for.
Why was the mercy seat made of pure gold?
The use of pure gold in the construction of the mercy seat, as seen in Exodus 37:6, signifies the value and purity of God's presence, much like the gold used in the tabernacle's furnishings, as described in Exodus 25:31 and 1 Kings 6:20-22.
How does the mercy seat relate to Jesus Christ?
The mercy seat is a foreshadowing of Jesus Christ, who is our atonement cover and the one who sits on the throne of God, as seen in Hebrews 4:14-16 and Revelation 4:2-3. Just as the mercy seat was the place of atonement, Jesus is our atonement for sin, as described in Romans 3:24-25.
What can we learn from the dimensions of the mercy seat?
The dimensions of the mercy seat, two and a half cubits long and a cubit and a half wide, may symbolize the perfection and completeness of God's atonement, as the numbers two and a half and one and a half are often associated with divine perfection, as seen in Ezekiel 40:12 and 1 Kings 7:23-26.
Reflection Questions
- As I reflect on the mercy seat, what does it teach me about God's character and His desire to dwell among His people?
- How does the concept of atonement, represented by the mercy seat, relate to my own life and relationship with God?
- What does the use of pure gold in the mercy seat's construction say to me about the value and purity of God's presence in my life?
- In what ways can I apply the symbolism of the mercy seat to my daily walk with God, seeking to reverence and honor His presence in my life?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 37:6
[See comments on Exodus 37:1].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 37:6
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 37:6
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 37:6
Verse 6. He made the mercy-seat] See this described Exodus 25:17. See Clarke on Exodus 25:17.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 37:6
6. a mercy-seat] Or, propitiatory: see on Exodus 25:17.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 37:6
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 37:6
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(Exodus) Exodus 25:23-28 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of settling the sin question before being able to worship God. He explains that in the tabernacle, there are two articles of f |
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The Melchizedek Priesthood (2 of 2) by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker discusses how the preaching of the word of God defies analysis and critique. He mentions how scholars believe that Paul missed an opportunity in Athens |
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The Savior Praying for Us by John A. Broadus | The preacher delves into the concept of propitiation, explaining how Jesus Christ serves as the means of gaining favor with God by satisfying His justice through His sacrificial de |
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The Mercy-Seat by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the mercy-seat in the Old Testament, which symbolizes the steadfast love and grace of God, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ. He |
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The Ark of the Covenant by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches about the significance of the Ark of the Covenant in the Tabernacle, highlighting how it represents Christ as the Ark of redemption, the embodiment of the Law, a |
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The Grace of God by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the concept of grace and its significance in the lives of believers. He emphasizes that grace is not just unmerited favor, but also a demand |
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(Titus - Part 18): The Reason for Paul's Commandments by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of making your enemies work for you. He emphasizes that this is not a trick sermon, but a literal truth that he will explain. The |