Exodus 25
DOYLYChap. XXVI. ver. 1. — the tabernacle] The Hebrew word properly signifies any habitation or place to dwell in; and here denotes a tent, or dwelling which might be moved from place to place.
This tabernacle had four separate coverings, the ten curtains mentioned in this verse, the curtains of goats'
—with cherubims of cunning work] Meaning that figures of cherubims should be curiously wrought on the curtains. Bp. Patrick.
The tabernacle and its appurtenances. Before CHRIST 1491.
Exodus 25:31
- — cunning work. ] Work ingeniously and curiously wrought: this seems to be more curious work than the “needle-work” mentioned ver. 36. Bp. Patrick.
Exodus 25:33
- — between the holy place and the most holy. ] The Holy place, into which none but the priests could enter; the most Holy, the Sanctuary or Holy of Holies,
into which none but the high priest could enter, and he only once a year, on the great day of expiation. Stackhouse.
Chap. XXVII. ver. 1. — thou shalt make an altar ] The altar of burnt offerings, as is explained at Exod. chap. xxxviii. ver. 1.
Before CHRIST 1491. a Chap. 25. 9, 40. Acts 7. 44. Hebr. 8. 5. Holy garments are appointed for Aaron and his sons. Before CHRIST 1491.