Numbers 3:37
Numbers 3:37 in Multiple Translations
as well as the posts of the surrounding courtyard with their bases, tent pegs, and ropes.
And the pillars of the court round about, and their sockets, and their pins, and their cords.
and the pillars of the court round about, and their sockets, and their pins, and their cords.
And the pillars of the open space round it, with their bases and nails and cords.
as well as the posts of the surrounding courtyard with their stands, tent pegs, and ropes.
With the pillars of the court round about, with their sockets, and their pins and their coardes.
and the pillars of the court round about, and their sockets, and their pins, and their cords.
the pillars of the court around it, their sockets, their pins, and their cords.
And the pillars of the court round about, and their sockets, and their pins, and their cords.
And the pillars of the court round about with their sockets, and the pins with their cords.
Their work was also to take care of the posts that held up the curtains that formed the walls of the courtyard, and all the bases, tent pegs, and ropes that fastened those curtains.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 3:37
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Numbers 3:37 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עַמֻּדֵ֧י
הֶ/חָצֵ֛ר
סָבִ֖יב
וְ/אַדְנֵי/הֶ֑ם
וִ/יתֵדֹתָ֖/ם
וּ/מֵֽיתְרֵי/הֶֽם
וְ/עַמֻּדֵ֧י
ʻammûwd
H5982
pillar
Conj | N-mp
הֶ/חָצֵ֛ר
châtsêr
H2691
court
Art | N-cs
סָבִ֖יב
çâbîyb
H5439
around
N-cs
וְ/אַדְנֵי/הֶ֑ם
ʼeden
H134
socket
Conj | N-mp | Suff
וִ/יתֵדֹתָ֖/ם
yâthêd
H3489
peg
Conj | N-fp | Suff
וּ/מֵֽיתְרֵי/הֶֽם
mêythâr
H4340
cord
Conj | N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 3:37
וְ/עַמֻּדֵ֧י
ʻammûwd
H5982
"pillar"
Conj | 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.
הֶ/חָצֵ֛ר
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.
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.
וְ/אַדְנֵי/הֶ֑ם
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.
וִ/יתֵדֹתָ֖/ם
yâthêd
H3489
"peg"
Conj | N-fp | Suff
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.
וּ/מֵֽיתְרֵי/הֶֽם
mêythâr
H4340
"cord"
Conj | N-mp | Suff
This word refers to a cord or string, like the ones used for a tent or a bow. It is a simple term for a length of rope or twine. In the Bible, it is translated as cord or string.
Definition: cord, string
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: cord, string. See also: Exodus 35:18; Numbers 4:26; Psalms 21:13.
Study Notes — Numbers 3:37
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Context — The Merarites
35The leader of the families of the Merarites was Zuriel son of Abihail; they were to camp on the north side of the tabernacle.
36The duties assigned to the sons of Merari were the tabernacle’s frames, crossbars, posts, bases, and all its equipment—all the service for these items,
37as well as the posts of the surrounding courtyard with their bases, tent pegs, and ropes.
38Moses, Aaron, and Aaron’s sons were to camp to the east of the tabernacle, toward the sunrise, before the Tent of Meeting. They were to perform the duties of the sanctuary as a service on behalf of the Israelites; but any outsider who approached the sanctuary was to be put to death. 39The total number of Levites that Moses and Aaron counted by their clans at the LORD’s command, including all the males a month old or more, was 22,000.Numbers 3:37 Summary
[The verse Numbers 3:37 talks about the posts of the surrounding courtyard of the tabernacle, which were important for the structure and organization of the tabernacle. The Merarites were in charge of taking care of these posts, as well as the bases, tent pegs, and ropes, as part of their duties. This shows us that God values attention to detail and teamwork, as seen in Exodus 35:18, and that we can apply these principles to our own lives by working together to serve and worship Him. By following the example of the Merarites and the Israelites, we can learn to appreciate the importance of community and unity in our worship and service to the Lord.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the significance of the posts of the surrounding courtyard in the tabernacle?
The posts of the surrounding courtyard were important for the structural integrity and organization of the tabernacle, as seen in Numbers 3:37, and were a part of the duties assigned to the sons of Merari, as mentioned in Numbers 3:36.
What kind of equipment was used to secure the tabernacle and its courtyard?
According to Numbers 3:37, the equipment used included bases, tent pegs, and ropes, which were all necessary for setting up and securing the tabernacle and its courtyard, much like the equipment used in Exodus 35:18.
Why were the Merarites assigned to care for the tabernacle's frames, crossbars, posts, and bases?
The Merarites were assigned these duties because of their ancestral heritage and the Lord's appointment, as seen in Numbers 3:35-36, and were responsible for the service and maintenance of these items, similar to the responsibilities given to the Kohathites in Numbers 3:31.
How did the organization of the tabernacle reflect the community and unity of the Israelites?
The organization of the tabernacle, including the assignment of duties to the Merarites and other Levitical families, as seen in Numbers 3:35-37, reflected the community and unity of the Israelites, as they worked together to serve and worship the Lord, much like the unity described in Acts 2:44-47.
Reflection Questions
- What does the attention to detail in the tabernacle's construction, as seen in Numbers 3:37, teach us about God's character and our worship?
- How can we apply the principles of organization and teamwork seen in the tabernacle's setup to our own lives and communities?
- What role do you think the Merarites' duties played in the overall function and purpose of the tabernacle, and what can we learn from their example?
- In what ways can we, like the Israelites, work together to serve and worship the Lord, and what are some practical steps we can take to do so?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 3:37
And the pillars of the court round about,.... Of the great court which went round the tabernacle, on which pillars the hangings were hung: and their sockets; into which the, pillars were put; of both
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 3:37
Of Merari was the family of the Mahlites, and the family of the Mushites: these are the families of Merari. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 3:37
Therefore these were for another use than those mentioned .
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 3:37
(37) And the pillars of the court round about . . . —See Notes on Exodus 27:9-19.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 3:37
21–39. The Levitical families and their duties. Notice that narrative in Numbers 3:21 f., 27 f., 33 f., 39 alternates with commands in Numbers 3:23-26; Numbers 3:29-32; Numbers 3:35-38. It is one of the many indications that the priestly portions of the book were the composite work of more than one writer.