Question 1

What is the main purpose of the tabernacle in this passage?

Accepted Answer

The tabernacle here is a tent where God chooses to live among his people as they travel. It is not a palace made of stone but a movable house that goes with them through the wilderness. Its design shows that God is willing to dwell with his people even in rough places, yet he is still holy. The inner room, the most holy place, holds the ark and mercy seat, showing his throne of mercy, while the outer holy place holds the table and lampstand for ongoing service and worship.

Question 2

Why are the curtains, colors, and cherubim described in such detail?

Accepted Answer

The detailed curtains of fine linen with blue, purple, and scarlet, and the woven cherubim, show that God cares about beauty and order in worship. The rich materials point to the worth of his presence, not to impress people, but to teach that meeting with God is precious. The cherubim remind Israel of heaven and of God’s throne. The matching measures, loops, and clasps show unity, like many pieces joined into one tent, hinting at how God’s people, though many, are meant to be joined together around him.

Question 3

What is the meaning of the goats’ hair, rams’ skins, and badgers’ skins coverings?

Accepted Answer

The layers of coverings had a practical and a spiritual side. Practically, the goats’ hair, rams’ skins dyed red, and outer animal skins protected the tabernacle from sun, wind, and rain. Spiritually, they picture how what is most glorious in God’s dwelling can be hidden under a rough outside. Inside there is gold, fine linen, and cherubim, but from the outside it looks quite plain. This fits how God often works: true glory can be covered, and his people may look lowly while being rich in his care and grace.

Question 4

Why is there a veil between the holy place and the most holy place?

Accepted Answer

The veil of blue, purple, scarlet, and fine linen, with cherubim woven in, hangs between the holy place and the most holy place. It is there to divide the rooms and to guard the ark and mercy seat, where God’s special presence is shown. It teaches that sin creates distance between people and God, so they cannot simply walk in. Only the high priest could go beyond that veil at set times. The veil shows both that God lives among his people and that his holiness cannot be treated as common.

Question 5

What does this passage teach about God’s character?

Accepted Answer

This passage shows that God is both near and holy. He comes down to live among a wandering people in a tent, which shows kindness and care. At the same time, he orders strong boards, precious metals, and a thick veil around the most holy place, showing that he is not to be taken lightly. The careful pattern, repeated measures, and solid sockets tell us he is a God of order, stability, and faithfulness. He provides a real place for fellowship, but on his terms, with reverence and purity.

Question 6

How does the structure of the boards and bars apply to the idea of the church?

Accepted Answer

The boards of shittim wood standing upright, set in silver sockets and held together by bars, give a picture of strength and unity. They keep the tent firm even though it is movable. Many readers see in this a picture of God’s people. Each board is separate, yet all stand together, held in place by a common foundation and joined by bars. In a similar way, believers are many, yet are meant to stand upright in faith, joined together and supported so that God’s dwelling, his people, is not weak or scattered.

Question 7

Why are gold, silver, and brass used in different parts of the tabernacle?

Accepted Answer

Gold covers the inner boards, bars, and rings, and is used for hooks near the most holy place, showing honor and nearness to God’s throne. Silver forms the sockets under the boards, acting as a firm base. Brass is used for some outer parts like the clasps for the goats’ hair tent and the door sockets, where there is more contact and wear. This mix of metals shows a wise blend of beauty and strength. It hints that what is nearest to God’s special presence is adorned with the greatest glory.

Question 8

How can a detailed building passage help my faith today?

Accepted Answer

At first this passage can feel like a long list of measurements, but it quietly teaches several things for today. It shows that God cares about the “small” details that make worship possible. It reminds us that we live as travelers, like Israel, yet God is willing to be with us. The veils and coverings tell us he is both close and holy, so we should draw near with respect. The joined curtains and boards encourage us to value unity and stability in the church, supporting each other around God’s presence.

Exodus 26:1

Moreover thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubims of cunning work shalt thou make them.

The Ten Curtains for the Tabernacle

The Eleven Curtains of Goat Hair

The Frames and Bases

The Veil

The Curtain for the Entrance

The Ten Curtains for the Tabernacle

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Exodus 26:1

Moreover thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubims of cunning work shalt thou make them.

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The Ten Curtains for the Tabernacle

The Eleven Curtains of Goat Hair

The Frames and Bases

The Veil

The Curtain for the Entrance

The Ten Curtains for the Tabernacle

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