Exodus 39:38
Exodus 39:38 in Multiple Translations
the gold altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the entrance to the tent;
And the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the tabernacle door,
and the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the screen for the door of the Tent;
And the gold altar, and the holy oil, and the sweet perfume for burning, and the curtain for the doorway of the tent;
the gold altar, the anointing oil, the aromatic incense, and the screen for the tent's entrance;
Also the golden Altar and the anoynting oyle, and the sweete incense, and the hanging of the Tabernacle doore,
And the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the spice-perfume, and the covering of the opening of the tent;
the golden altar, the anointing oil, the sweet incense, the screen for the door of the Tent,
And the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the tabernacle-door,
And the hanging in the entry of the tabernacle:
the golden altar for burning incense, the oil for anointing, the sweet-smelling incense, the curtain for the entrance to the Sacred Tent,
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 39:38
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Exodus 39:38 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֵת֙
מִזְבַּ֣ח
הַ/זָּהָ֔ב
וְ/אֵת֙
שֶׁ֣מֶן
הַ/מִּשְׁחָ֔ה
וְ/אֵ֖ת
קְטֹ֣רֶת
הַ/סַּמִּ֑ים
וְ/אֵ֕ת
מָסַ֖ךְ
פֶּ֥תַח
הָ/אֹֽהֶל
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִזְבַּ֣ח
mizbêach
H4196
altar
N-ms
הַ/זָּהָ֔ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
שֶׁ֣מֶן
shemen
H8081
oil
N-ms
הַ/מִּשְׁחָ֔ה
mishchâh
H4888
anointing
Art | N-fs
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
קְטֹ֣רֶת
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
incense
N-fs
הַ/סַּמִּ֑ים
çam
H5561
spice
Art | N-mp
וְ/אֵ֕ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מָסַ֖ךְ
mâçâk
H4539
covering
N-ms
פֶּ֥תַח
pethach
H6607
entrance
N-ms
הָ/אֹֽהֶל
ʼôhel
H168
tent
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 39:38
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
מִזְבַּ֣ח
mizbêach
H4196
"altar"
N-ms
An altar is a place of sacrifice, where offerings are made to God, as seen in the Bible's description of the tabernacle and temple. It was a central part of Israel's worship. The altar played a key role in the priestly rituals.
Definition: altar
Usage: Occurs in 338 OT verses. KJV: altar. See also: Genesis 8:20; Leviticus 7:2; 1 Kings 2:28.
הַ/זָּהָ֔ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
Art | 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.
וְ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
שֶׁ֣מֶן
shemen
H8081
"oil"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for oil, often referring to olive oil, which was highly valued in ancient times. It symbolizes richness, anointing, and healing, and is used in various biblical contexts, including rituals and medicinal practices.
Definition: 1) fat, oil 1a) fat, fatness 1b) oil, olive oil 1b1) as staple, medicament or unguent 1b2) for anointing 1c) fat (of fruitful land, valleys) (metaph)
Usage: Occurs in 176 OT verses. KJV: anointing, [idiom] fat (things), [idiom] fruitful, oil(-ed), ointment, olive, [phrase] pine. See also: Genesis 28:18; Deuteronomy 8:8; Psalms 23:5.
הַ/מִּשְׁחָ֔ה
mishchâh
H4888
"anointing"
Art | N-fs
A consecrated portion refers to something set apart as special or holy, like the anointing oil used in Exodus 30:23-33. It's a gift or substance used for a specific, sacred purpose.
Definition: 1) ointment (used to consecrate by anointing) 2) anointing portion
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: (to be) anointed(-ing), ointment. See also: Exodus 25:6; Exodus 40:9; Numbers 18:8.
וְ/אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
קְטֹ֣רֶת
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
"incense"
N-fs
Incense refers to a sweet smoke from burning sacrifices, used in worship and perfume. It symbolizes a pleasing aroma to God, found in Leviticus and other books.
Definition: 1) incense, smoke, odour of (burning) sacrifice 1a) sweet smoke of sacrifice 1b) incense 1c) perfume
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: (sweet) incense, perfume. See also: Exodus 25:6; Numbers 7:50; Psalms 66:15.
הַ/סַּמִּ֑ים
çam
H5561
"spice"
Art | N-mp
This word means a spice or aroma, used in incense and perfumes. It is translated as 'sweet spice' in the KJV Bible, and is mentioned in books like Exodus and Ezekiel.
Definition: 1) spice 1a) a spice used in incense
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: sweet (spice). See also: Exodus 25:6; Exodus 37:29; 2 Chronicles 13:11.
וְ/אֵ֕ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | 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.
מָסַ֖ךְ
mâçâk
H4539
"covering"
N-ms
This term means a cover or veil, like the screen of the tabernacle, used for hiding or protection.
Definition: 1) covering, rag, screen 1a) covering 1b) screen (of the tabernacle)
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: covering, curtain, hanging. See also: Exodus 26:36; Exodus 40:8; Psalms 105:39.
פֶּ֥תַח
pethach
H6607
"entrance"
N-ms
A pethach is an entrance or doorway, like the gates of Jerusalem or the door to the temple, often symbolizing transition or access to a new place.
Definition: opening, doorway, entrance
Usage: Occurs in 154 OT verses. KJV: door, entering (in), entrance (-ry), gate, opening, place. See also: Genesis 4:7; Judges 9:40; Psalms 24:7.
הָ/אֹֽהֶל
ʼôhel
H168
"tent"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew word for a tent, often used to describe the tabernacle or a nomad's home. In Exodus 33:7-11, it refers to the sacred tent where God meets with Moses.
Definition: : tent 1) tent 1a) nomad's tent, and thus symbolic of wilderness life, transience 1b) dwelling, home, habitation 1c) the sacred tent of Jehovah (the tabernacle) Also means: o.hel (אֹ֫הֶל ": home" H0168H)
Usage: Occurs in 314 OT verses. KJV: covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. See also: Genesis 4:20; Leviticus 14:23; Joshua 22:4.
Study Notes — Exodus 39:38
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Context — Moses Approves the Work
36the table with all its utensils and the Bread of the Presence;
37the pure gold lampstand with its row of lamps and all its utensils, as well as the oil for the light;
38the gold altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the entrance to the tent;
39the bronze altar with its bronze grating, its poles, and all its utensils; the basin with its stand; 40the curtains of the courtyard with its posts and bases; the curtain for the gate of the courtyard, its ropes and tent pegs, and all the equipment for the service of the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 30:7 | And Aaron is to burn fragrant incense on it every morning when he tends the lamps. |
| 2 | Exodus 37:29 | He also made the sacred anointing oil and the pure, fragrant incense, the work of a perfumer. |
| 3 | Exodus 30:3 | Overlay with pure gold the top and all the sides and horns, and make a molding of gold around it. |
| 4 | Exodus 25:6 | olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; |
| 5 | Exodus 31:11 | in addition to the anointing oil and fragrant incense for the Holy Place. They are to make them according to all that I have commanded you.” |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 2:4 | Behold, I am about to build a house for the Name of the LORD my God to dedicate to Him for burning fragrant incense before Him, for displaying the showbread continuously, and for making burnt offerings every morning and evening as well as on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts of the LORD our God. This is ordained for Israel forever. |
| 7 | Exodus 35:8 | olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; |
Exodus 39:38 Summary
This verse lists some of the important items in the tabernacle, including the gold altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the entrance to the tent. These items were all used to help the people of Israel worship and connect with God (Exodus 25:8, Psalm 100:4). The gold altar was a special place where the priests would offer prayers and sacrifices to the Lord. The anointing oil and fragrant incense were used to make the tabernacle a sacred and beautiful place, symbolizing the presence of God among His people (Exodus 29:43, Leviticus 16:2).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the gold altar mentioned in Exodus 39:38?
The gold altar was a crucial piece of furniture in the tabernacle, where the priests would offer incense to the Lord, symbolizing the prayers of the people (Exodus 30:1-10, Revelation 8:3-4).
What is the anointing oil, and why is it mentioned alongside the gold altar?
The anointing oil was a special oil used to consecrate the priests, the tabernacle, and its furnishings, setting them apart for God's service (Exodus 30:22-33, Leviticus 8:10-12).
What is the purpose of the fragrant incense in the tabernacle?
The fragrant incense was burned on the gold altar to create a sweet aroma that symbolized the prayers of the people ascending to the Lord (Exodus 30:34-38, Psalm 141:2).
What is the curtain for the entrance to the tent, and why is it important?
The curtain for the entrance to the tent was a veil that separated the holy place from the outside, symbolizing the separation between the holy and the profane (Exodus 26:36-37, Hebrews 10:19-20).
Reflection Questions
- How can I, like the priests in the tabernacle, offer my prayers and life as a sweet fragrance to the Lord?
- What are the things in my life that I need to set apart for God's service, just like the anointing oil was used to consecrate the priests and the tabernacle?
- In what ways can I create a sacred space in my daily life, like the tabernacle, where I can meet with the Lord and offer Him my worship and praise?
- How can I, like the curtain for the entrance to the tent, be a separator of the holy and the profane in my own life, keeping the things of God pure and untainted by the world?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 39:38
[See comments on Exodus 39:33].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 39:38
The ark of the testimony, and the staves thereof, and the mercy seat, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 39:38
THE OF THE WORK TO MOSES, AND HIS OF IT.(33-43) It is probable that the various parts of the work were presented to Moses for inspection as they were completed; that if they did not satisfy him, they might be altered and amended at once. Moses alone had seen “the pattern in the mount,” and Moses alone could say if the work came up to the required standard. We are not told that anything was rejected; and it is quite possible that all the portions of the work were satisfactorily rendered at their first essay by the several workmen; for the workmen, it must be remembered, besides receiving instructions from Moses, were divinely assisted in the production of their several works (Exo. 36:42).
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 39:38
38. the golden altar] i.e. the altar of incense (see Exodus 30:3). So Exodus 40:5; Exodus 40:26, Numbers 4:11. door] entrance.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 39:38
THE HOLY OF THE PRIESTS, Exodus 39:1-31 See notes on Exodus 28. ALL BROUGHT TO MOSES AND , Exodus 39:32-43.
Sermons on Exodus 39:38
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Oil for the Light by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the pressing need for a true knowledge and understanding of the Holy Spirit and His work. The speaker highlights that living in the good of t |
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(Exodus) Exodus 30:7-10 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of priests being the only ones allowed to pray. He warns against the idea that anyone can lead a sinful life and then turn to |
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Camp Spalding - Part 1 by George Warnock | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of unity and worshiping God together. He highlights the need for reconciliation and redemption within the family of God. The |
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Christ's Prayer for His Beloved by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the role of Jesus as our High Priest, who intercedes for us before God the Father. He explains that Christ ascended to heaven not for His own glory, but |
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Rejoice in the Flood by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman preaches about finding joy and triumph in the midst of distress and sadness, emphasizing how God's presence and promises shine brightest in times of trouble. He c |
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The Tabernacle 01 the Sin Offering by J. Henry Brown | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about an old Negro preacher who had a unique way of making his sermons memorable. The preacher divided his sermons into three headings: |