Exodus 38:20
Exodus 38:20 in Multiple Translations
All the tent pegs for the tabernacle and for the surrounding courtyard were bronze.
And all the pins of the tabernacle, and of the court round about, were of brass.
And all the pins of the tabernacle, and of the court round about, were of brass.
All the nails used for the House and the open space round it were of brass.
All the tent pegs for the Tabernacle and for the surrounding courtyard were made of bronze.
But all the pins of the Tabernacle and of the court round about were of brasse.
and all the pins for the tabernacle, and for the court round about, [are] of brass.
All the pins of the tabernacle, and around the court, were of bronze.
And all the pins of the tabernacle, and of the court round about, were of brass.
The pins also of the tabernacle and of the court round about he made of brass.
All the tent pegs to support the Sacred Tent and the curtains around the courtyard were made of bronze.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 38:20
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Exodus 38:20 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְֽ/כָל
הַ/יְתֵדֹ֞ת
לַ/מִּשְׁכָּ֧ן
וְ/לֶ/חָצֵ֛ר
סָבִ֖יב
נְחֹֽשֶׁת
וְֽ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
הַ/יְתֵדֹ֞ת
yâthêd
H3489
peg
Art | N-fp
לַ/מִּשְׁכָּ֧ן
mishkân
H4908
tabernacle
Prep | N-ms
וְ/לֶ/חָצֵ֛ר
châtsêr
H2691
court
Conj | Prep | N-cs
סָבִ֖יב
çâbîyb
H5439
around
N-cs
נְחֹֽשֶׁת
nᵉchôsheth
H5178
bronze
N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 38:20
וְֽ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הַ/יְתֵדֹ֞ת
yâthêd
H3489
"peg"
Art | N-fp
A peg or nail is a small, pointed piece of metal used to hold things together, like the pegs used in the tabernacle in Exodus.
Definition: 1) pin, stake, peg, nail 1a) pin, peg, tent pin, tent stake 1b) nail, pin (fig.) 1c) pin (used in weaving)
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: nail, paddle, pin, stake. See also: Exodus 27:19; Judges 4:22; Isaiah 22:23.
לַ/מִּשְׁכָּ֧ן
mishkân
H4908
"tabernacle"
Prep | N-ms
The tabernacle was a special tent where God met with the Israelites, as described in Exodus and Leviticus. It was a portable place of worship, like a dwelling place for God. The Israelites carried it with them.
Definition: 1) dwelling place, tabernacle 1a) dwelling-place 1b) dwellings Aramaic equivalent: mish.kan (מִשְׁכַּן "habitation" H4907)
Usage: Occurs in 129 OT verses. KJV: dwelleth, dwelling (place), habitation, tabernacle, tent. See also: Exodus 25:9; Numbers 3:23; Psalms 26:8.
וְ/לֶ/חָצֵ֛ר
châtsêr
H2691
"court"
Conj | Prep | 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.
סָבִ֖יב
çâbîyb
H5439
"around"
N-cs
This word describes something that surrounds or encompasses, like a circle or neighborhood, and can also mean around or about, as in on every side. It is used to describe physical locations and proximity. The KJV translates it as about or circuit.
Definition: : around/border subst 1) places round about, circuit, round about adv 2) in a circuit, a circuit, round about prep 3) in the circuit, from every side
Usage: Occurs in 282 OT verses. KJV: (place, round) about, circuit, compass, on every side. See also: Genesis 23:17; 1 Kings 7:24; Psalms 3:7.
נְחֹֽשֶׁת
nᵉchôsheth
H5178
"bronze"
N-fs
This Hebrew word refers to copper or something made of it, like a coin or chain. It can also symbolize something base or impure, as in lust or filthiness. It appears in various KJV translations, including brasen and brass.
Definition: 1) copper, bronze 1a) copper (ore), bronze (as copper alloy) 1b) fetters (of copper or bronze) 1c) copper (as value)
Usage: Occurs in 119 OT verses. KJV: brasen, brass, chain, copper, fetter (of brass), filthiness, steel. See also: Genesis 4:22; 1 Kings 7:38; Psalms 107:16.
Study Notes — Exodus 38:20
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Context — The Courtyard
18The 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,
19with four posts and four bronze bases. Their hooks were silver, as well as the bands and the plating of their tops.
20All the tent pegs for the tabernacle and for the surrounding courtyard were bronze.
21This is the inventory for the tabernacle, the tabernacle of the Testimony, as recorded at Moses’ command by the Levites under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest. 22Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, made everything that the LORD had commanded Moses.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Chronicles 3:9 | The weight of the nails was fifty shekels of gold. He also overlaid the upper area with gold. |
| 2 | Exodus 27:19 | 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. |
| 3 | Ephesians 2:21–22 | In Him the whole building is fitted together and grows into a holy temple in the Lord. And in Him you too are being built together into a dwelling place for God in His Spirit. |
| 4 | Ecclesiastes 12:11 | The words of the wise are like goads, and the anthologies of the masters are like firmly embedded nails driven by a single Shepherd. |
| 5 | Ezra 9:8 | But now, for a brief moment, grace has come from the LORD our God to preserve for us a remnant and to give us a stake in His holy place. Even in our bondage, our God has given us new life and light to our eyes. |
| 6 | Isaiah 33:20 | Look upon Zion, the city of our appointed feasts. Your eyes will see Jerusalem, a peaceful pasture, a tent that does not wander; its tent pegs will not be pulled up, nor will any of its cords be broken. |
| 7 | Colossians 2:19 | He has lost connection to the head, from whom the whole body, supported and knit together by its joints and ligaments, grows as God causes it to grow. |
| 8 | Isaiah 22:23 | I will drive him like a peg into a firm place, and he will be a throne of glory for the house of his father. |
Exodus 38:20 Summary
Exodus 38:20 tells us that all the tent pegs for the tabernacle and the surrounding courtyard were made of bronze, which is a strong and durable metal. This shows us that God wants our worship to be strong and lasting, just like the bronze pegs. It's like when we read in Psalm 100:4 that we enter God's gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise - we are coming into a special, sacred place. The use of bronze also reminds us of the importance of being grounded and steadfast in our faith, like the bronze serpent Moses lifted up in Numbers 21:9, which symbolized salvation and healing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the tent pegs for the tabernacle and the surrounding courtyard made of bronze?
The use of bronze for the tent pegs in Exodus 38:20 signified strength and durability, reflecting the enduring nature of God's presence among His people, as seen in other instances like the bronze altar in Exodus 27:1-8.
What is the significance of the tabernacle's construction materials?
The materials used in the tabernacle's construction, including bronze, silver, and gold, symbolized the richness and splendor of God's dwelling place among the Israelites, as instructed in Exodus 25:1-9 and Exodus 35:4-9.
How does the attention to detail in the tabernacle's construction relate to our worship today?
The meticulous care in constructing the tabernacle, as seen in Exodus 38:20, teaches us about the importance of reverence and dedication in our worship, reflecting the heart of David in 1 Chronicles 28:9 and Solomon in 1 Kings 8:1-66.
What role did the surrounding courtyard play in the tabernacle setup?
The courtyard, with its bronze tent pegs, enclosed the tabernacle and the altar, serving as a barrier between the holy and the common, emphasizing the separation between God's sacred space and the outside world, as described in Exodus 27:9-19 and Exodus 38:9-20.
Reflection Questions
- As I consider the details of the tabernacle's construction, what does this teach me about God's character and His desire for our worship?
- How can I apply the principle of using the best materials for God's service, as seen in the tabernacle, to my own life and ministry?
- In what ways can I create a 'sacred space' in my daily life for encounter with God, just as the tabernacle provided for the Israelites?
- What are some ways I can demonstrate reverence and dedication in my worship, reflecting the attention to detail seen in the tabernacle's construction?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 38:20
[See comments on Exodus 38:9].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 38:20
And he made the court: on the south side southward the hangings of the court were of fine twined linen, an hundred cubits: The court.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 38:20
(9-20) The construction of the court follows upon that of the furniture which it contained. The passage runs parallel with Exodus 27:9-19.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 38:20
20. As Exodus 27:19 b.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 38:20
THE ALTAR OF BURNT , Exodus 38:1-7. See notes on Exodus 27:1-7. THE LAVER, Exodus 38:8. See notes on Exodus 30:17-21. THE COURT OF THE , Exodus 38:9-20. See notes on Exodus 27:9-19.
Sermons on Exodus 38:20
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The Pins of the Tabernacle. by Andrew Bonar | Andrew Bonar emphasizes the significance of seemingly insignificant tasks in God's work, using the example of the 'pins' of the tabernacle to illustrate that God notices and values |
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(1 Peter - Part 6): rejoice...though now...ye Are in Heaviness by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the four aspects of life that will be transformed when the earth is filled with the knowledge of the Lord. These aspects include the physical |
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The Local Church 1 - Part 4 by William MacDonald | This sermon emphasizes the importance of the local church reflecting the spiritual basis and conduct of the universal church. Each church is meant to be autonomous, self-ruling, se |
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The Mighty Presence of God - Part 2 (Cd Quality) by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding God's ways and purposes in our lives. He acknowledges that there are things in us that need to be countered a |
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The Law of the Spirit by George Warnock | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of obedience and timing in the work of God. He compares the precision of science in modern times to the flexibility of God's t |
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The Horizon of Divine Purpose - Part 4 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker shares an illustration of a bus journey with a fellow passenger who was trying to read a book but was unable to due to the unsettledness of the bus. The |
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Pilgrims Problems No. 12 the Great Tribulation by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the opening of the fourth seal in the book of Revelation. The fourth seal reveals a pale horse, symbolizing death, and hell follows with it. |