Exodus 37:12

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَصَنَعَ لَهَا حَافَّةً عَرْضُهَا كَفٌّ وَاحِدَةٌ مِنْ حَوْلِهَا، وَإطَارًا مِنْ ذَهَبٍ لِحَافَّتِهَا.

What Does This Mean?

This verse talks about the details of the altar that Bezalel made. It had a border around it, about the width of a hand, and a gold crown encircling the border. The focus is on the intricate design and materials used.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a special box to keep your favorite toys. This box has a thin border around it, like the edge of your notebook, and on top of that border, there's a shiny gold rim all around. This verse is about a special box for God, made by a craftsman named Bezalel, with these fancy details.

Historical Background

Exodus 37 is part of the Book of Exodus, written by Moses around 1440-1400 BC. This book describes the construction of the tabernacle and its furnishings, including the altar, as commanded by God. The audience is the Israelites, who were to follow these instructions to create a place of worship.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse can remind us to add value and beauty to the things we use for God, whether it's preparing a space for prayer, making a gift for a church event, or anything that represents our dedication to our faith.

Topics

• worship
• construction
• materials
• altar
• tabernacle
• craftsmanship

Related Verses

• Exodus 30:1-6
• Exodus 25:10-16
• 1 Kings 7:23-26
• 1 Chronicles 28:11-19
• Revelation 11:1-2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the border and crown in Exodus 37:12?

The border and gold crown add a decorative and symbolic significance to the altar, emphasizing its importance and sacred nature in worship.

Who made the altar mentioned in Exodus 37:12?

The altar was made by Bezalel, a skilled craftsman chosen by God to create the furnishings for the tabernacle.

How does this verse connect to other parts of the Bible?

This verse connects to other descriptions of the tabernacle and its furnishings, such as Exodus 25 and 30, showing the meticulous instructions given for worship.

What does the gold crown represent?

The gold crown likely symbolizes the glory and honor of God, as gold was often used in sacred objects to denote God's presence and majesty.