Exodus 38:1
Arabic KEH Ketab El Hayat (كتاب الحياة)
وَصَنَعَ مَذْبَحَ الْمُحْرَقَةِ مِنْ خَشَبِ السَّنْطِ، فَكَانَ سَطْحُهُ مُرَبَّعَ الشَّكْلِ، طُولُهُ خَمْسُ أَذْرُعٍ (نَحْوَ مِتْرَيْنِ وَنِصْفِ الْمِتْرِ)، وَعَرْضُهُ خَمْسُ أَذْرُعٍ (نَحْوَ مِتْرَيْنِ وَنِصْفِ الْمِتْرِ)، وَارْتِفَاعُهُ ثَلاَثَةُ أَذْرُعٍ (نَحْوَ مِتْرٍ وَنِصْفِ الْمِتْرِ).
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes the construction of the altar of burnt offering, which was made of shittim wood and was square-shaped, five cubits long, five cubits wide, and three cubits high. The work was done by Bezalel under God's command.
Explained for Children
Imagine you are making a special box for your toys, and it needs to be the same size on all sides. This verse talks about making a big square box for burning special offerings to God. It's like making a big playhouse for God’s special messages.
Historical Background
The Book of Exodus was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BCE. It describes the construction of the tabernacle and its furnishings, including the altar of burnt offering, for the Israelites to worship God after their exodus from Egypt.
Living It Out Today
Today, we can think of this altar as a reminder of our commitment to God. Just as the altar was a focal point for offerings, our lives can be dedicated to living offerings to God, reflecting His love and grace in our daily actions and decisions.
Topics
worshipsacrificealtarconstructionfaithfulnesscommitment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is 'he' in this verse?
'He' refers to Bezalel, who was appointed by God to construct the tabernacle and its furnishings.
What is shittim wood?
Shittim wood, also known as acacia wood, was used in the construction of the tabernacle and its furnishings due to its durability and symbolic importance.
Why was the altar square?
The altar was square to symbolize equality and perfection in the offerings made to God, emphasizing the completeness of the sacrifices.
How does this relate to modern worship?
In modern worship, this altar symbolizes the sacrifices we make in our lives to God, reflecting a commitment to living a life dedicated to His service and will.