Exodus 38:9
Exodus 38:9 in Multiple Translations
Then he constructed the courtyard. The south side of the courtyard was a hundred cubits long and had curtains of finely spun linen,
¶ And he made the court: on the south side southward the hangings of the court were of fine twined linen, an hundred cubits:
And he made the court: for the south side southward the hangings of the court were of fine twined linen, a hundred cubits;
To make the open space, he put hangings on the south side, of the best linen, a hundred cubits long:
Then he made a courtyard. For the south side of the courtyard he made curtains of finely-spun linen, a hundred cubits long on one side,
Finally he made the court on the South side full South: the hangings of the court were of fine twined linnen, hauing an hundreth cubites.
And he maketh the court; at the south side southward, the hangings of the court of twined linen, a hundred by the cubit,
He made the court: for the south side southward the hangings of the court were of fine twined linen, one hundred cubits;
And he made the court: on the south side southward the hangings of the court were of fine twined linen, a hundred cubits:
He made also the court, in the south side whereof were hangings of fine twisted linen, of a hundred cubits,
Around the Sacred Tent Bezalel and his helpers made a courtyard. To form the courtyard, they made curtains of fine white linen. On the south side, the curtain was ◄150 feet/46 meters► long.
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Exodus 38:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יַּ֖עַשׂ
אֶת
הֶ/חָצֵ֑ר
לִ/פְאַ֣ת
נֶ֣גֶב
תֵּימָ֗נָ/ה
קַלְעֵ֤י
הֶֽ/חָצֵר֙
שֵׁ֣שׁ
מָשְׁזָ֔ר
מֵאָ֖ה
בָּ/אַמָּֽה
וַ/יַּ֖עַשׂ
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הֶ/חָצֵ֑ר
châtsêr
H2691
court
Art | N-cs
לִ/פְאַ֣ת
pêʼâh
H6285
side
Prep | N-fs
נֶ֣גֶב
negeb
H5045
Negeb
N-ms
תֵּימָ֗נָ/ה
têymân
H8486
south
N-fs | Suff
קַלְעֵ֤י
qelaʻ
H7050
sling
N-mp
הֶֽ/חָצֵר֙
châtsêr
H2691
court
Art | N-cs
שֵׁ֣שׁ
shêsh
H8336
alabaster
Adj
מָשְׁזָ֔ר
shâzar
H7806
to twist
V-Hophal-Inf-c
מֵאָ֖ה
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Adj
בָּ/אַמָּֽה
ʼammâh
H520
cubit
Prep | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 38:9
וַ/יַּ֖עַשׂ
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.
הֶ/חָצֵ֑ר
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.
לִ/פְאַ֣ת
pêʼâh
H6285
"side"
Prep | N-fs
This word refers to the side or corner of something, like the edge of a room or a region. It is used in the Bible to describe geography or location. In the KJV, it is translated as 'corner' or 'side'.
Definition: 1) corner, edge, side, quarter, extremity 1a) corner 1b) side
Usage: Occurs in 59 OT verses. KJV: corner, end, quarter, side. See also: Exodus 25:26; Jeremiah 25:23; Jeremiah 9:25.
נֶ֣גֶב
negeb
H5045
"Negeb"
N-ms
The Negeb is the southern district of Judah, also known as the south country, and can occasionally refer to Egypt, which is south of Palestine.
Definition: region of southern Judah Also named: ne.gev (נֶ֫גֶב "south" H5045H) This name means south-country
Usage: Occurs in 97 OT verses. KJV: south (country, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 12:9; 1 Samuel 14:5; Psalms 126:4.
תֵּימָ֗נָ/ה
têymân
H8486
"south"
N-fs | Suff
The Hebrew word for south or southern direction, used to describe location or wind. It is often translated as south in the Bible, including in books like Exodus and Ezekiel.
Definition: 1) south, southward, whatever is on the right (so the southern quarter), south wind 1a) south (of territory) 1b) southern quarter (of the sky) 1c) toward the south, southward (of direction) 1d) south wind
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: south (side, -ward, wind). See also: Exodus 26:18; Joshua 15:1; Psalms 78:26.
קַלְעֵ֤י
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.
הֶֽ/חָצֵר֙
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.
שֵׁ֣שׁ
shêsh
H8336
"alabaster"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to fine white linen or marble, often used to describe the luxurious clothing and buildings of ancient times, like the Temple in Jerusalem.
Definition: alabaster, similar stone, marble, material of pavement
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] blue, fine (twined) linen, marble, silk. See also: Genesis 41:42; Exodus 36:35; Proverbs 31:22.
מָשְׁזָ֔ר
shâzar
H7806
"to twist"
V-Hophal-Inf-c
This word means to twist, like twisting a thread or straw. It's used to describe the act of twining or turning something. In the Bible, it's translated as 'twine'.
Definition: 1) to twist, be twisted 1a) (Hophal) 1a1) to be twisted 1a2) twisted (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: twine. See also: Exodus 26:1; Exodus 36:35; Exodus 39:29.
מֵאָ֖ה
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
בָּ/אַמָּֽה
ʼammâh
H520
"cubit"
Prep | 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.
Study Notes — Exodus 38:9
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- Exodus 38:9 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 38:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 38:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 38:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 38:9
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 38:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 38:9
- Sermons on Exodus 38:9
Context — The Courtyard
7Then he inserted the poles into the rings on the sides of the altar for carrying it. He made the altar with boards so that it was hollow.
8Next he made the bronze basin and its stand from the mirrors of the women who served at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.
9Then he constructed the courtyard. The south side of the courtyard was a hundred cubits long and had curtains of finely spun linen,
10with twenty posts and twenty bronze bases, and with silver hooks and bands on the posts. 11The north side was also a hundred cubits long, with twenty posts and twenty bronze bases. The hooks and bands of the posts were silver.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 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. |
| 2 | Psalms 89:7 | In the council of the holy ones, God is greatly feared, and awesome above all who surround Him. |
| 3 | 1 Kings 6:36 | Solomon built the inner courtyard with three rows of dressed stone and one row of trimmed cedar beams. |
| 4 | Psalms 100:4 | Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and bless His name. |
| 5 | Psalms 84:10 | For better is one day in Your courts than a thousand elsewhere. I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked. |
| 6 | Psalms 92:13 | Planted in the house of the LORD, they will flourish in the courts of our God. |
| 7 | Exodus 40:8 | Set up the surrounding courtyard and hang the curtain for the entrance to the courtyard. |
| 8 | Psalms 84:2 | My soul longs, even faints, for the courts of the LORD; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. |
| 9 | Exodus 40:33 | And Moses set up the courtyard around the tabernacle and the altar, and he hung the curtain for the entrance to the courtyard. So Moses finished the work. |
Exodus 38:9 Summary
The courtyard was a special area outside the tabernacle where people could come to worship and offer sacrifices to God. It was about 150 feet long on each side, with curtains made of pure linen, which showed how much God values simplicity and purity, as seen in Exodus 38:9. Just like the Israelites needed to prepare themselves to enter the courtyard, we need to prepare our hearts to come into God's presence, as seen in Exodus 19:10-11 and Psalm 24:3-4. By doing so, we can experience a deeper connection with God and with each other, as encouraged in Hebrews 10:24-25.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the purpose of the courtyard in the tabernacle?
The courtyard served as an outer area where the people could gather to worship and offer sacrifices, as seen in Exodus 38:9 and Exodus 40:33, it was a place of separation from the outside world and a preparation for entering the holy place.
What kind of material was used for the curtains of the courtyard?
According to Exodus 38:9, the curtains of the courtyard were made of finely spun linen, which symbolized purity and simplicity, similar to the linens used in the tabernacle itself, as described in Exodus 26:1 and Exodus 28:5.
How big was the south side of the courtyard?
The south side of the courtyard was a hundred cubits long, as stated in Exodus 38:9, which is approximately 150 feet, providing a large area for the people to assemble and worship, as also seen in the north side being the same length in Exodus 38:11.
What can we learn from the construction of the courtyard about God's character?
The construction of the courtyard, with its precise measurements and materials, reveals God's attention to detail and His desire for order and beauty, as seen in Exodus 38:9 and other passages like Psalm 19:1, which describes the heavens declaring God's glory.
Reflection Questions
- What does the concept of a courtyard, a separate and designated space for worship, mean to me personally, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How can I, like the Israelites, prepare myself to enter into the presence of God, and what does this preparation entail, as seen in Exodus 38:9 and other scriptures like Exodus 19:10-11?
- What role does community play in worship, as seen in the courtyard where the people gathered, and how can I engage with my own community in worship, as encouraged in Hebrews 10:24-25?
- In what ways can I, like the craftsmen who built the courtyard, use my skills and talents to serve God and His people, as seen in Exodus 35:30-35 and other passages like 1 Corinthians 12:4-7?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 38:9
Ver. 9-20. And he made the court,.... The open court of the tabernacle, where the people met, of which, its pillars, sockets, hangings, hooks, and pins, an account is given, to Exodus 38:10 of which
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 38:9
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 38:9
(1-9) This passage corresponds to Exodus 38:1-8 of Exodus 27 in all main particulars, but is somewhat differently worded. The order of the clauses in Exodus 38:4-5 is changed, and a distinct statement is made, which was not contained in the instructims, that the rings were “for places for the staves.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 38:9
Verse 9. The court] See Clarke on Exodus 27:9.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 38:9
9–20 (Exodus 27:9-19). The Court of the Tent of Meeting. In vv. 16–19 the text (Exodus 27:16-18) is reproduced with greater freedom than usual.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 38:9
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 38:9
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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 |
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His Name -- Wonderful! by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher describes a time when the world as we know it will come to an end. He speaks of the earth's bowels moving and the dead rising from their graves. The pr |
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Where Is the Fear of God by Kevin Bruce | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the book of Judges and how each generation became progressively worse in their behavior. Despite God's grace and blessings, the people abused |
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Head Covering by Don Courville | In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing how believers have been made worthy to partake in the inheritance of the saints and have been delivered from the power of darkness |