Exodus 38:12
Exodus 38:12 in Multiple Translations
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 for the west side were hangings of fifty cubits, their pillars ten, and their sockets ten; the hooks of the pillars and their fillets of silver.
And for the west side were hangings of fifty cubits, their pillars ten, and their sockets ten; the hooks of the pillars, and their fillets, of silver.
And on the west side, hangings fifty cubits long, on ten pillars in ten bases, with silver bands.
He made curtains for the west side of the courtyard fifty cubits wide, with ten posts and ten stands.
On the Westside also were hangings of fiftie cubites, their ten pillars with their ten sockets: the hookes of the pillars and their filets of siluer.
and at the west side [are] hangings, fifty by the cubit; their pillars [are] ten, and their sockets ten; the pegs of the pillars and their fillets [are] silver;
For the west side were hangings of fifty cubits, their pillars ten, and their sockets ten; the hooks of the pillars, and their fillets, of silver.
And for the west side were hangings of fifty cubits, their pillars ten, and their sockets ten; the hooks of the pillars, and their fillets, of silver.
But on that side that looketh to the west, there were hangings of fifty cubits, ten pillars of brass with their sockets, and the heads of the pillars, and all the graving of the work, of silver.
On the west side of the courtyard, they made a curtain ◄75 feet/23 meters► long. They also made ten posts on which to hang the curtains, and ten bases, with silver hooks and metal rods covered with silver.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 38:12
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Exodus 38:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/לִ/פְאַת
יָ֗ם
קְלָעִים֙
חֲמִשִּׁ֣ים
בָּֽ/אַמָּ֔ה
עַמּוּדֵי/הֶ֥ם
עֲשָׂרָ֔ה
וְ/אַדְנֵי/הֶ֖ם
עֲשָׂרָ֑ה
וָוֵ֧י
הָ/עַמֻּדִ֛ים
וַ/חֲשׁוּקֵי/הֶ֖ם
כָּֽסֶף
וְ/לִ/פְאַת
pêʼâh
H6285
side
Conj | Prep | N-fs
יָ֗ם
yâm
H3220
West
N-ms
קְלָעִים֙
qelaʻ
H7050
sling
N-mp
חֲמִשִּׁ֣ים
chămishshîym
H2572
fifty
Adj
בָּֽ/אַמָּ֔ה
ʼammâh
H520
cubit
Prep | N-fs
עַמּוּדֵי/הֶ֥ם
ʻammûwd
H5982
pillar
N-mp | Suff
עֲשָׂרָ֔ה
ʻeser
H6235
ten
Adj
וְ/אַדְנֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʼeden
H134
socket
Conj | N-mp | Suff
עֲשָׂרָ֑ה
ʻeser
H6235
ten
Adj
וָוֵ֧י
vâv
H2053
hook
N-mp
הָ/עַמֻּדִ֛ים
ʻammûwd
H5982
pillar
Art | N-mp
וַ/חֲשׁוּקֵי/הֶ֖ם
châshuq
H2838
ring
Conj | N-mp | Suff
כָּֽסֶף
keçeph
H3701
silver
N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 38:12
וְ/לִ/פְאַת
pêʼâh
H6285
"side"
Conj | 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.
יָ֗ם
yâm
H3220
"West"
N-ms
Refers to a large body of water like the Mediterranean Sea or a sea in general, sometimes specifically the west or seaward direction.
Definition: This name means sea, seaward, westward Another name of eph.ron (עֶפְרוֹן "(Mount )Ephron" H6085H)
Usage: Occurs in 339 OT verses. KJV: sea ([idiom] -faring man, (-shore)), south, west (-ern, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 1:10; Joshua 17:10; Psalms 8:9.
קְלָעִים֙
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.
חֲמִשִּׁ֣ים
chămishshîym
H2572
"fifty"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number fifty, used in various biblical contexts like measurements and quantities. It appears in Leviticus and Numbers.
Definition: 1) fifty 1a) fifty (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of fifty (with other numbers) 1c) fiftieth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 141 OT verses. KJV: fifty. See also: Genesis 6:15; 1 Kings 7:2; Isaiah 3:3.
בָּֽ/אַמָּ֔ה
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.
עַמּוּדֵי/הֶ֥ם
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.
עֲשָׂרָ֔ה
ʻeser
H6235
"ten"
Adj
This Hebrew word means the number ten, often used in combination with other numbers to describe larger quantities, such as in the story of the ten commandments in Exodus 20. It is commonly translated as 'ten' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) ten 1a) ten 1b) with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: a.sar (עֲשַׂר "ten" H6236)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: ten, (fif-, seven-) teen. See also: Genesis 5:14; 1 Kings 6:3; Isaiah 5:10.
וְ/אַדְנֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʼeden
H134
"socket"
Conj | 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.
עֲשָׂרָ֑ה
ʻeser
H6235
"ten"
Adj
This Hebrew word means the number ten, often used in combination with other numbers to describe larger quantities, such as in the story of the ten commandments in Exodus 20. It is commonly translated as 'ten' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) ten 1a) ten 1b) with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: a.sar (עֲשַׂר "ten" H6236)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: ten, (fif-, seven-) teen. See also: Genesis 5:14; 1 Kings 6:3; Isaiah 5:10.
וָוֵ֧י
vâv
H2053
"hook"
N-mp
The Hebrew letter vav means hook, referring to a peg or nail. It is the sixth letter of the Hebrew alphabet. In the Bible, it is often translated as hook.
Definition: hook, peg, nail, pin
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: hook. See also: Exodus 26:32; Exodus 36:38; Exodus 38:28.
הָ/עַמֻּדִ֛ים
ʻammûwd
H5982
"pillar"
Art | N-mp
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.
וַ/חֲשׁוּקֵי/הֶ֖ם
châshuq
H2838
"ring"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to a ring or rod that connects posts or pillars, often used in the context of the tabernacle. It describes the fillets or binders that hold the structure together, providing stability and support.
Definition: 1) fillets, binders 1a) rings clasping a pillar of the tabernacle or silver rods between the pillars
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: fillet. See also: Exodus 27:10; Exodus 38:11; Exodus 38:19.
כָּֽסֶף
keçeph
H3701
"silver"
N-ms
Silver or money, often referring to payment or wealth, like the silver talents in Matthew 25. It can also describe silver as a valuable metal or ornament.
Definition: : money/payment/silver 1) silver, money 1a) silver 1a1) as metal 1a2) as ornament 1a3) as colour 1b) money, shekels, talents
Usage: Occurs in 343 OT verses. KJV: money, price, silver(-ling). See also: Genesis 13:2; Numbers 22:18; 2 Chronicles 1:17.
Study Notes — Exodus 38:12
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Context — The Courtyard
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.
12The west side was fifty cubits long and had curtains, with ten posts and ten bases. The hooks and bands of the posts were silver.
13And the east side, toward the sunrise, was also fifty cubits long. 14The curtains on one side of the entrance were fifteen cubits long, with three posts and three bases.Exodus 38:12 Summary
The west side of the tabernacle was fifty cubits long and had ten posts with silver hooks and bands, demonstrating the importance of precision and quality in God's dwelling place (Exodus 25:9). This attention to detail teaches us about God's character and expectations for His people, emphasizing the value of excellence and unity in our service to Him (1 Corinthians 12:12-31). Just as the tabernacle was built according to God's precise instructions, we should strive to live our lives according to His will and design, as seen in Psalm 19:1-6. By doing so, we can reflect God's glory and perfection in our own lives, just as the tabernacle did in the wilderness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the west side being fifty cubits long in Exodus 38:12?
The west side being fifty cubits long signifies the completion and perfection of God's dwelling place, as seen in the uniformity of the tabernacle's design, with the east side also being fifty cubits long, as mentioned in Exodus 38:13, emphasizing the importance of balance and harmony in God's creation (Psalm 19:1-6).
Why were the hooks and bands of the posts made of silver in Exodus 38:12?
The use of silver for the hooks and bands of the posts represents the value and worth of the materials used in the construction of the tabernacle, as silver is a precious metal, highlighting the importance of excellence and quality in our service to God, as seen in Exodus 25:2-7, where God instructs Moses to collect the finest materials for the tabernacle's construction.
How does the description of the west side in Exodus 38:12 relate to the rest of the tabernacle's design?
The description of the west side in Exodus 38:12 demonstrates the meticulous attention to detail and consistency in the tabernacle's design, as seen in the similar descriptions of the north and south sides in Exodus 38:10-11, emphasizing the importance of unity and cohesion in the body of Christ, as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31.
What can we learn from the measurements and materials used in the construction of the tabernacle's west side?
The measurements and materials used in the construction of the tabernacle's west side, as described in Exodus 38:12, teach us about the importance of precision, quality, and attention to detail in our service to God, as seen in the instructions given to Moses in Exodus 25:9, where God says, 'See that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.'
Reflection Questions
- What does the uniformity of the tabernacle's design, as seen in the west side being fifty cubits long, teach us about God's character and creation?
- How can we apply the principle of excellence and quality, represented by the use of silver in the tabernacle's construction, to our own lives and service to God?
- What does the attention to detail and consistency in the tabernacle's design reveal about God's nature and expectations for His people?
- How can we balance the need for precision and quality in our service to God with the importance of humility and dependence on Him, as seen in Isaiah 66:1-2?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 38:12
[See comments on Exodus 38:9].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 38:12
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 38:12
(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 38:12
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 38:12
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.