[1] 1:15 Hebrew Or, "Israelite." This name might also mean "descendants of Eber" (read Gen.10:25-31) or "people from beyond the Euphrates River." Also in verse 19.

[2] 1:17 trusted Literally, "feared" or "respected." Also in verses 20-21.

[3] 1:22 Pharaoh A title for the king of Egypt.

[4] 2:1 woman . Levi Literally, "the daughter of Levi." See Ex.6:20; Num. 26:59.

[5] 2:3 tar Or "pitch," a thick oil that must be heated to become liquid and that is used to seal the boards with which ships are built.

[6] 2:6 Hebrew Or, "Israelite." Also in verses 7, 11, 13.

[7] 2:10 Moses This name is like a Hebrew word meaning "to pull or draw out."

[8] 2:14 yesterday This word is in the ancient Greek version but not in the Hebrew text.

[9] 2:18 Reuel He is also called Jethro.

[10] 2:22 Gershom This name is like the Hebrew words meaning "a stranger there."

[11] 3:1 Jethro He is also called Reuel.

[12] 3:1 a mountain called Horeb That is, "Mount Sinai."

[13] 3:5 holy ground A restricted area that was considered sacred (special) because of God's presence.

[14] 3:6 ancestors Literally, "fathers," meaning a person's parents, grandparents, and all the other people that person is descended from. In the New Testament it usually refers to people who lived during Old Testament times.

[15] 3:8 land . troubles Or, "a spacious land."

[16] 3:8 land filled . good things Literally, "land flowing with milk and honey." Also in verse 17.

[17] 3:14 I AM WHO I AM The Hebrew words are like the name Yahweh ("Lord").

[18] 3:15 Yahweh This Hebrew name for God is usually translated "Lord." It is like the Hebrew word meaning "He is" or "He makes things exist." Also in verses 16, 18.

[19] 3:16 elders (Old Testament) Older men who were city leaders and helped make decisions for the people.

[20] 3:18 Hebrew Or, "Israelite." Also in verse 22.

[21] 3:18 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[22] 4:1 Lord Or, "Yahweh."

[23] 4:5 ancestors Literally, "fathers," meaning a person's parents, grandparents, and all the other people that person is descended from. In the New Testament it usually refers to people who lived during Old Testament times.

[24] 4:10 I talk . words Or, "I stutter and don't speak clearly."

[25] 4:11 I am Yahweh Or, "I am the Lord."

[26] 4:14 Levite Any of the men from the tribe of Levi, who helped the Israelite priests in the Holy Tent (Tabernacle) and Temple. In later periods some Levites worked for the civil government.

[27] 4:16 You will be . speaker Literally, "He will be your mouth, and you will be his God."

[28] 4:23 firstborn The first child born into a family. The first son was very important in ancient times and became the head of the family at the father's death. It can also mean a person of special importance.

[29] 4:24 tried to kill him Or possibly, "wanted to circumcise him."

[30] 4:25 flint knife A sharp knife made from flint rock.

[31] 4:25 circumcise, circumcision Cutting off the foreskin of the male sex organ, which was done to every Jewish baby boy. It was a mark of the agreement God made with Abraham. Read Gen. 17:9-14.

[32] 4:26 Or, "And he was healed. She said, 'You are a bridegroom of blood' because of the circumcision."

[33] 4:27 Mountain of God That is, Mount Horeb (Sinai).

[34] 4:29 elders (Old Testament) Older men who were city leaders and helped make decisions for the people.

[35] 5:1 Lord Or, "Yahweh."

[36] 5:3 Hebrews Or, "Israelites." Also in verses 10, 14, 15, 19.

[37] 5:3 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[38] 5:8 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[39] 6:12 I am a very bad speaker Or, "I sound like a foreigner." Literally, "I have uncircumcised lips."

[40] 6:26 groups Or, "divisions." This is a military term. It shows that Israel was organized like an army.

[41] 7:1 You will be . official speaker Literally, "You will be a god to Pharaoh and your brother Aaron will be your prophet."

[42] 8:8 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[43] 8:25 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[44] 9:8 furnace Or "kiln," an oven for baking bricks to make them hard.

[45] 9:32 spelt A kind of grain like wheat.

[46] 10:3 Hebrews Or, "Israelites." This name might also mean "descendants of Eber" (read Gen.10:25-31) or "people from beyond the Euphrates River."

[47] 10:25 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[48] 11:5 firstborn The first child born into a family. The first son was very important in ancient times and became the head of the family at the father's death. It can also mean a person of special importance.

[49] 12:2 month That is, the month of Abib (Nisan). It was about mid-March to mid-April.

[50] 12:11 Passover A very important holy day for the people of Israel and their descendants. They ate a special meal on this day every year to remember that God made them free from slavery in Egypt in the time of Moses. The name may come from the word in Ex. 12:13, 23, 27 that means "to pass over" or "to protect."

[51] 12:12 firstborn The first child born into a family. The first son was very important in ancient times and became the head of the family at the father's death. It can also mean a person of special importance.

[52] 12:13 pass over Or, "protect." Also in verse 27.

[53] 12:17 Festival of Unleavened Bread An important and holy week for the people of Israel and their descendants. In the time of the Old Testament it began the day after Passover, but by New Testament times the two festivals had become one. To prepare for it, the people threw out all their yeast and ate only bread without yeast for seven days."

[54] 12:17 groups Or, "divisions." This is a military term. It shows that Israel was organized like an army.

[55] 12:19 foreigner living among you That is, someone who has chosen to live among the Israelites and obey their laws and customs. Also in verse 48.

[56] 12:21 elders (Old Testament) Older men who were city leaders and helped make decisions for the people.

[57] 12:22 hyssop A plant with fine branches and leaves used for sprinkling blood or water in cleansing ceremonies.

[58] 12:23 protect Or, "pass over."

[59] 12:40 Egypt The ancient Greek and Samaritan versions say, "Egypt and Canaan." This would mean they counted the years from about Abraham's time, not from Joseph's. See Gen. 15:12-16 and Gal. 3:17.

[60] 12:41 armies of the Lord The Israelites.

[61] 12:43 foreigner Here, this means someone who has not agreed to follow the laws and customs of Israel.

[62] 12:44-45 circumcise, circumcision Cutting off the foreskin of the male sex organ, which was done to every Jewish baby boy. It was a mark of the agreement God made with Abraham. Read Gen. 17:9-14.

[63] 12:51 groups Or, "divisions." This is a military term. It shows that Israel was organized like an army.

[64] 13:4 Abib Or, "spring." This is Nisan, the first month of the ancient Jewish year. It was about mid-March to mid-April.

[65] 13:5 ancestors Literally, "fathers," meaning a person's parents, grandparents, and all the other people that person is descended from. In the New Testament it usually refers to people who lived during Old Testament times.

[66] 13:5 land filled . good things Literally, "land flowing with milk and honey."

[67] 13:9 string . eyes Literally, "a mark on your hands and a reminder between your eyes." This might refer to the special things an Israelite ties to his arm and forehead to help him remember God's laws for him. Also in verse 16.

[68] 13:13 baby boy Or, "baby."

[69] 13:15 firstborn The first child born into a family. The first son was very important in ancient times and became the head of the family at the father's death. It can also mean a person of special importance.

[70] 13:18 Red Sea Or, "Reed Sea." Also in 14:9, 16, 21, 30. See 1 Kings 9:26.

[71] 14:6 chariot A small, two-wheeled cart pulled by horses and used in war.

[72] 14:7 There was . chariot Or, "There were three soldiers in each chariot."

[73] 14:23 chariot A small, two-wheeled cart pulled by horses and used in war.

[74] 15:2 The Lord . him Literally, "Yah is my strength and praise. He became my salvation."

[75] 15:2 ancestors Literally, "fathers," meaning a person's parents, grandparents, and all the other people that person is descended from. In the New Testament it usually refers to people who lived during Old Testament times.

[76] 15:4 chariot A small, two-wheeled cart pulled by horses and used in war.

[77] 15:4 Red Sea Or, "Reed Sea." Also in verse 22. See 1 Kings 9:26.

[78] 15:11 holy Here, this means "unique" (not like any other), "special," or "highly respected."

[79] 15:13 holy land Israel, the special land God set apart for the Israelites.

[80] 15:23 Marah This name means "Bitter" or "Sad."

[81] 15:25 There . he would obey Or, "There the Lord put in place a law and a command for them and tested them to see if they would obey."

[82] 16:1 15th day of the second month That is, the 15th of Iyyar. The Israelites had been traveling for a month.

[83] 16:5 Friday, . two days This happened so that the people would not have to work on the Sabbath (Saturday), the day of rest.

[84] 16:7 Glory of the Lord One of the forms God used when he appeared to people. It was like a bright, shining light. In the book of Numbers it might have been a bright light or a tall cloud.

[85] 16:7 You . rest Or, "Who are we that you should be complaining about us?"

[86] 16:15 What is that? In Hebrew this is like the word "manna."

[87] 16:16 basket Literally, "1 omer" (2.2 l). Also in verses 32, 33.

[88] 16:21 noon Literally, "the heat of the day."

[89] 16:22 two baskets Literally, "2 omers" (4.4 l).

[90] 16:31 manna This is like the Hebrew words meaning "What is that?"

[91] 16:34 Holy Box that held the Agreement Literally, "Testimony." See "Agreement" in the Word List.

[92] 16:36 about 8 cups Literally, "1/10 of an ephah" (2.2 l).

[93] 17:5 elders (Old Testament) Older men who were city leaders and helped make decisions for the people.

[94] 17:6 Horeb Another name for Mount Sinai.

[95] 17:7 Meribah This name means "argument" or "rebellion."

[96] 17:7 Massah This name means "trial," "temptation," or "test."

[97] 17:15 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[98] 18:2 mountain of God That is, Mount Horeb (Sinai).

[99] 18:3 Gershom This name is like the Hebrew words meaning "a stranger there."

[100] 18:4 Eliezer This name means "My God helps."

[101] 18:12 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[102] 18:12 elders (Old Testament) Older men who were city leaders and helped make decisions for the people.

[103] 19:7 elders (Old Testament) Older men who were city leaders and helped make decisions for the people.

[104] 19:18 furnace Or "kiln," an oven for baking bricks to make them hard.

[105] 19:23 holy ground A restricted area that was considered sacred (special) because of God's presence.

[106] 20:2 Lord Or, "Yahweh."

[107] 20:4 idol A statue of a false god that people worship. It can also mean anything that is more important to a person than God.

[108] 20:5 I hate . gods Or, "I am El Kanah-the Jealous God."

[109] 20:6 Or, "But I will show mercy to thousands of people who love me and obey my commands."

[110] 20:8 Sabbath Saturday, the seventh day of the week and a special day for Israelites or Jews. By God's command it was set aside as a time for the people to rest and honor God.

[111] 20:14 adultery Breaking a marriage promise by committing sexual sin.

[112] 20:16 Or, "You must not be a false witness against your neighbor."

[113] 20:24 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[114] 20:24 burnt offering A gift to God. Usually these were animals that were killed and completely burned on the altar.

[115] 20:24 fellowship offering An offering to God that was also eaten by the person giving the sacrifice and shared with others, especially during New Moon celebrations.

[116] 20:25 iron tool Literally, "sword."

[117] 21:2 Hebrew Or, "Israelite."

[118] 21:6 God Or, "the judge."

[119] 21:14 altar A raised area or table used for burning sacrifices offered as gifts to God. It was one of the special places an innocent person could run to for safety.

[120] 21:17 curse To ask for bad things to happen to a person or thing. As a noun it is a request for or warning about bad things to come.

[121] 21:21 punished Or, "punished for murder."

[122] 21:22 hurt badly Or, "killed."

[123] 21:32 30 pieces of silver The price for a new slave.

[124] 22:5 vineyard A garden or farm where grapes are grown.

[125] 22:5 Or, "A man might start a fire in his field or vineyard. If he lets the fire spread and it burns his neighbor's field or vineyard, he must use his best crops to pay his neighbor for his loss."

[126] 22:8 judge Or, "God." Also in verse 9.

[127] 22:16 a virgin . engaged to Literally, "a virgin who is not engaged."

[128] 22:16 dowry The money a man gave the father of the bride so that the man could marry the woman.

[129] 22:20 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[130] 22:29 firstborn The first child born into a family. The first son was very important in ancient times and became the head of the family at the father's death. It can also mean a person of special importance.

[131] 23:11 vineyard A garden or farm where grapes are grown.

[132] 23:15 Festival of Unleavened Bread An important and holy week for the people of Israel and their descendants. In the time of the Old Testament it began the day after Passover, but by New Testament times the two festivals had become one. To prepare for it, the people threw out all their yeast and ate only bread without yeast for seven days."

[133] 23:15 Abib Or, "spring." This is Nisan, the first month of the ancient Jewish year. It was about mid-March to mid-April.

[134] 23:16 Festival of Weeks Also called "Pentecost" or "Shavuoth."

[135] 23:16 Festival of Shelters A special week each year when the Israelites, and later the Jews, lived in tents to remember that their people wandered in the desert for 40 years during the time of Moses.

[136] 23:18 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[137] 23:19 house The "Holy Tent" where the people went to meet with God. See Ex. 25:8, 9.

[138] 23:21 my power Literally, "my name."

[139] 23:24 idol A statue of a false god that people worship. It can also mean anything that is more important to a person than God.

[140] 23:24 stones . gods Or, "memorials." Here, these were stone markers that people used in worshiping their gods.

[141] 23:27 When you fight . you Or, "News of my power will go before you, and your enemies will be frightened."

[142] 23:28 hornet A stinging insect like a large wasp or bee. Here, it might mean "God's angel" or "his great power."

[143] 23:31 Philistine Sea That is, the Mediterranean Sea.

[144] 24:1 elders (Old Testament) Older men who were city leaders and helped make decisions for the people.

[145] 24:4 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[146] 24:5 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[147] 24:5 burnt offering A gift to God. Usually these were animals that were killed and completely burned on the altar.

[148] 24:5 fellowship offering An offering to God that was also eaten by the person giving the sacrifice and shared with others, especially during New Moon celebrations.

[149] 24:6 The blood was used to seal the Agreement between God and the people. It was poured on the altar to show that God shared in the Agreement.

[150] 24:11 saw God . destroy them In other places, the Bible says that people cannot see God. But God wanted these leaders to know what he was like, so he allowed them to see him in some special way.

[151] 24:14 elders (Old Testament) Older men who were city leaders and helped make decisions for the people.

[152] 24:16 Glory of the Lord One of the forms God used when he appeared to people. It was like a bright, shining light. In the book of Numbers it might have been a bright light or a tall cloud.

[153] 25:3 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[154] 25:6 anoint To pour a special oil on people or things to show that they have been chosen by God and set apart for a special work or purpose.

[155] 25:6 incense Special dried tree sap that was burned to make a sweet-smelling smoke and offered as a gift to God.

[156] 25:7 onyx A precious stone with layers of blue or gray.

[157] 25:7 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[158] 25:7 judgment pouch A piece of clothing like a bib or an apron that covered the high priest's chest. See Ex. 28:15-30.

[159] 25:8 holy Set apart or chosen for a special use; especially, belonging to God or used only for him. Also, pure or perfect, worthy of God and fit for his service. In the New Testament God's people are holy because they have been made pure through Christ and, with the help of the Holy Spirit, keep themselves from sin and live only for God.

[160] 25:9 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

[161] 25:10 Holy Box See "Box of the Agreement."

[162] 25:10 2 1/2 cubits 4' 3" (1.3 m). Also in verse 17.

[163] 25:10 1 1/2 cubits 30 5/8" (77.75 cm). Also in verses 17, 23.

[164] 25:16 Agreement Where this is marked, it is literally "Testimony," a word that usually refers to the flat stones with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof" of the agreement between God and Israel.

[165] 25:17 mercy-cover The top part of the Box of the Agreement. The Hebrew word can mean "lid," "cover," or "the place where sins are atoned (covered, erased, or forgiven)."

[166] 25:18 Cherub angels Winged beings like angels that serve God, usually as guards around his throne or other holy places. Two statues of these beings were on the cover of the Box of the Agreement that represented God's presence. See Ex. 25:10-22.

[167] 25:21 Agreement Where this is marked, it is literally "Testimony," a word that usually refers to the flat stones with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof" of the agreement between God and Israel.

[168] 25:22 Box of the Agreement Or, traditionally, "Ark of the Covenant." The special box kept in the Most Holy Place of the Israelite Holy Tent and, later, the Jerusalem Temple. It contained the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof " of the agreement between God and his people. In some passages it is literally, "Box of the Testimony." See Ex. 25:10-22; 1 Kings 8:1-9.

[169] 25:23 2 cubits 3' 4 13/16" (104 cm).

[170] 25:23 cubit 20 5/8" (51.83 cm).

[171] 25:25 handbreadth The width of 4 fingers, about 3" (7.4 cm).

[172] 25:30 special bread Also called "bread of the Presence." Every day this bread was put before God on the special table in the Holy Place.

[173] 25:31 base and the shaft Or, "flared base."

[174] 25:37 lamps Small bowls filled with oil. A wick was put in the bowl and lit to produce light.

[175] 25:38 wick trimmers Tools used to extinguish the lamps.

[176] 25:39 75 pounds Literally, "1 talent" (34.5 kg).

[177] 26:1 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

[178] 26:1 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[179] 26:1 Cherub angels Winged beings like angels that serve God, usually as guards around his throne or other holy places. Two statues of these beings were on the cover of the Box of the Agreement that represented God's presence. See Ex. 25:10-22.

[180] 26:2 28 cubits 47' 7 3/8" (14.5 m).

[181] 26:2 4 cubits 6' 9 5/8" (2.1 m). Also in verse 8.

[182] 26:8 30 cubits 51' 3/16" (15.55 m).

[183] 26:11 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[184] 26:13 cubit 20 5/8" (51.83 cm).

[185] 26:16 10 cubits 17' 1/16" (5.18 m).

[186] 26:16 1 1/2 cubits 30 5/8" (77.75 cm).

[187] 26:31 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[188] 26:31 Cherub angels Winged beings like angels that serve God, usually as guards around his throne or other holy places. Two statues of these beings were on the cover of the Box of the Agreement that represented God's presence. See Ex. 25:10-22.

[189] 26:33 under the gold rings The 50 gold rings that joined together the two parts of the Holy Tent. See Ex. 26:6.

[190] 26:33 Box of the Agreement Or, traditionally, "Ark of the Covenant." The special box kept in the Most Holy Place of the Israelite Holy Tent and, later, the Jerusalem Temple. It contained the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof " of the agreement between God and his people. In some passages it is literally, "Box of the Testimony." See Ex. 25:10-22; 1 Kings 8:1-9.

[191] 26:34 mercy-cover The top part of the Box of the Agreement. The Hebrew word can mean "lid," "cover," or "the place where sins are atoned (covered, erased, or forgiven)."

[192] 26:35 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

[193] 26:36 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

[194] 26:37 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[195] 27:1 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[196] 27:1 5 cubits 8' 6" (2.6 m). Also in verse 18.

[197] 27:1 3 cubits 5' 1 3/16" (1.55 m).

[198] 27:2 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[199] 27:9 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

[200] 27:9 100 cubits 170' 5/8" (51.83 m). Also in verse 18.

[201] 27:9 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[202] 27:10 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[203] 27:10 curtain rods These were either rods that joined the posts together or grommets (rings) sewn into the curtains.

[204] 27:12 50 cubits 85' 5/16" (25.92 m). Also in verse 18.

[205] 27:14 15 cubits 25' 6 1/16" (7.77 m).

[206] 27:16 20 cubits 34' 1/8" (10.37 m).

[207] 27:21 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[208] 27:21 Agreement Where this is marked, it is literally "Testimony," a word that usually refers to the flat stones with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof" of the agreement between God and Israel.

[209] 28:4 judgment pouch A piece of clothing like a bib or an apron that covered the high priest's chest. See Ex. 28:15-30.

[210] 28:4 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[211] 28:4 turban A head covering made by wrapping a long piece of cloth around the top part of the head or around a cap worn on the head.

[212] 28:5 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[213] 28:6 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[214] 28:6 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[215] 28:9 onyx A precious stone with layers of blue or gray.

[216] 28:11 seal A small stone or ring with a picture carved in it that was pressed into wet clay or hot wax to hold down the loose end of a scroll. It left a special mark, also called a seal, that was like a signature to keep anyone from opening the scroll except the right person.

[217] 28:15 judgment pouch A piece of clothing like a bib or an apron that covered the high priest's chest. See Ex. 28:15-30.

[218] 28:15 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[219] 28:15 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[220] 28:16 span About 9" (23 cm). This is the distance from the tip of the thumb to the tip of the little finger.

[221] 28:21 seal A small stone or ring with a picture carved in it that was pressed into wet clay or hot wax to hold down the loose end of a scroll. It left a special mark, also called a seal, that was like a signature to keep anyone from opening the scroll except the right person.

[222] 28:29 Holy Place The room in the Holy Tent (Tabernacle) and in the Temple that was used by the Israelite priests to do their daily service for God.

[223] 28:30 Urim The Urim and Thummim were probably small stone, metal, or wooden pieces that the high priest kept in the judgment pouch he wore. They were used, perhaps like dice, to get answers from God. See Ex. 28:30.

[224] 28:30 Thummim See "Urim."

[225] 28:31 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[226] 28:33 pomegranate A red fruit filled with tiny seeds, each covered with a sweet, juicy part of the fruit.

[227] 28:35 Holy Place The room in the Holy Tent (Tabernacle) and in the Temple that was used by the Israelite priests to do their daily service for God.

[228] 28:36 seal A small stone or ring with a picture carved in it that was pressed into wet clay or hot wax to hold down the loose end of a scroll. It left a special mark, also called a seal, that was like a signature to keep anyone from opening the scroll except the right person.

[229] 28:36 holy to the lord These words were written on everything that was used in the Temple. This showed that these things belonged to the Lord, and they could be used only for special purposes. Dishes with labels could only be used by the priests in a holy place.

[230] 28:37 turban A head covering made by wrapping a long piece of cloth around the top part of the head or around a cap worn on the head.

[231] 28:38 In this way . Israelites Literally, "It will keep him holy when he bears the guilt from the gifts of the Israelites."

[232] 28:41 holy Set apart or chosen for a special use; especially, belonging to God or used only for him. Also, pure or perfect, worthy of God and fit for his service. In the New Testament God's people are holy because they have been made pure through Christ and, with the help of the Holy Spirit, keep themselves from sin and live only for God.

[233] 28:42 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[234] 28:43 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[235] 28:43 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[236] 29:4 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[237] 29:5 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[238] 29:5 judgment pouch A piece of clothing like a bib or an apron that covered the high priest's chest. See Ex. 28:15-30.

[239] 29:6 turban A head covering made by wrapping a long piece of cloth around the top part of the head or around a cap worn on the head.

[240] 29:7 anoint To pour a special oil on people or things to show that they have been chosen by God and set apart for a special work or purpose.

[241] 29:12 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[242] 29:18 burnt offering A gift to God. Usually these were animals that were killed and completely burned on the altar.

[243] 29:27 holy Set apart or chosen for a special use; especially, belonging to God or used only for him. Also, pure or perfect, worthy of God and fit for his service. In the New Testament God's people are holy because they have been made pure through Christ and, with the help of the Holy Spirit, keep themselves from sin and live only for God.

[244] 29:30 Holy Place The room in the Holy Tent (Tabernacle) and in the Temple that was used by the Israelite priests to do their daily service for God.

[245] 29:36 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[246] 29:40-41 8 cups Literally, "1/10 of a measure" (2.2 l).

[247] 29:40-41 1 quart Literally, "1/4 hin" (.8 l).

[248] 29:43 Glory See "Glory of the Lord."

[249] 30:1 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[250] 30:1 incense Special dried tree sap that was burned to make a sweet-smelling smoke and offered as a gift to God.

[251] 30:2 cubit 20 5/8" (51.83 cm).

[252] 30:2 2 cubits 3' 4 13/16" (104 cm).

[253] 30:6 Box of the Agreement Or, traditionally, "Ark of the Covenant." The special box kept in the Most Holy Place of the Israelite Holy Tent and, later, the Jerusalem Temple. It contained the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof " of the agreement between God and his people. In some passages it is literally, "Box of the Testimony." See Ex. 25:10-22; 1 Kings 8:1-9.

[254] 30:6 mercy-cover The top part of the Box of the Agreement. The Hebrew word can mean "lid," "cover," or "the place where sins are atoned (covered, erased, or forgiven)."

[255] 30:6 Agreement Where this is marked, it is literally "Testimony," a word that usually refers to the flat stones with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof" of the agreement between God and Israel.

[256] 30:9 burnt offering A gift to God. Usually these were animals that were killed and completely burned on the altar.

[257] 30:10 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[258] 30:10 sin offering Or "purification offering," a sacrifice that was offered to God to remove impurities from sin and make a person fit to worship God.

[259] 30:13 official measure Literally, "shekel of the Holy Place," the standard measure of weight used in the Tabernacle and the Temple.

[260] 30:13 gerahs 1/50 of an ounce (.6g).

[261] 30:16 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[262] 30:18 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[263] 30:18 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[264] 30:18 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[265] 30:23 12 pounds Literally, "500 measures" (5.75 kg).

[266] 30:23 myrrh Sweet-smelling sap from the bark of trees or other plants that was used for perfume and also to prepare bodies for burial. Mixed with wine, it was probably used to relieve pain (Mk. 15:23).

[267] 30:23 6 pounds Literally, "250 measures" (2.9 kg).

[268] 30:24 cassia The fragrant dried flowers of the ancient cinnamon tree that were used in anointing oil and as perfume.

[269] 30:24 official measure Literally, "shekel of the Holy Place," the standard measure of weight used in the Tabernacle and the Temple.

[270] 30:24 gallon Literally, "a hin" (3.2 l).

[271] 30:25 anoint To pour a special oil on people or things to show that they have been chosen by God and set apart for a special work or purpose.

[272] 30:26 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[273] 30:26 Box of the Agreement Or, traditionally, "Ark of the Covenant." The special box kept in the Most Holy Place of the Israelite Holy Tent and, later, the Jerusalem Temple. It contained the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof " of the agreement between God and his people. In some passages it is literally, "Box of the Testimony." See Ex. 25:10-22; 1 Kings 8:1-9.

[274] 30:27 incense Special dried tree sap that was burned to make a sweet-smelling smoke and offered as a gift to God.

[275] 30:29 holy Set apart or chosen for a special use; especially, belonging to God or used only for him. Also, pure or perfect, worthy of God and fit for his service. In the New Testament God's people are holy because they have been made pure through Christ and, with the help of the Holy Spirit, keep themselves from sin and live only for God.

[276] 30:33 priest Literally, "stranger."

[277] 30:35 incense Special dried tree sap that was burned to make a sweet-smelling smoke and offered as a gift to God.

[278] 30:36 Holy Box that holds the Agreement Literally, "Testimony." See "Agreement" in the Word List.

[279] 30:36 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[280] 31:7 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[281] 31:7 Box of the Agreement Or, traditionally, "Ark of the Covenant." The special box kept in the Most Holy Place of the Israelite Holy Tent and, later, the Jerusalem Temple. It contained the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof " of the agreement between God and his people. In some passages it is literally, "Box of the Testimony." See Ex. 25:10-22; 1 Kings 8:1-9.

[282] 31:7 mercy-cover The top part of the Box of the Agreement. The Hebrew word can mean "lid," "cover," or "the place where sins are atoned (covered, erased, or forgiven)."

[283] 31:8 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[284] 31:8 incense Special dried tree sap that was burned to make a sweet-smelling smoke and offered as a gift to God.

[285] 31:11 anoint To pour a special oil on people or things to show that they have been chosen by God and set apart for a special work or purpose.

[286] 31:11 Holy Place The room in the Holy Tent (Tabernacle) and in the Temple that was used by the Israelite priests to do their daily service for God.

[287] 31:14 Sabbath Saturday, the seventh day of the week and a special day for Israelites or Jews. By God's command it was set aside as a time for the people to rest and honor God.

[288] 31:18 Agreement Where this is marked, it is literally "Testimony," a word that usually refers to the flat stones with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof" of the agreement between God and Israel.

[289] 32:4 Israel . Egypt This shows that the people worshiped the calf as a special symbol for the Lord, and even this was forbidden. See 1 Kings. 12:26-30.

[290] 32:5 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[291] 32:6 burnt offering A gift to God. Usually these were animals that were killed and completely burned on the altar.

[292] 32:6 fellowship offering An offering to God that was also eaten by the person giving the sacrifice and shared with others, especially during New Moon celebrations.

[293] 32:8 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[294] 32:18 music Or, "singing."

[295] 32:29 Take your role . blessing for this This seems to be the point when the priesthood changed. Before this time, the priests came from the firstborn sons; after this time, they came from the sons of Aaron of the tribe of Levi.

[296] 32:32 the book This is the Book of Life, a book with all the names of God's people written in it.

[297] 33:3 land filled . good things Literally, "land flowing with milk and honey."

[298] 33:5 jewelry . decide This is a wordplay in Hebrew, but people often wore jewelry to remind them of their false gods.

[299] 33:6 Mount Horeb Another name for Mount Sinai.

[300] 33:7 meeting tent This is probably a tent that Moses used only until the real Meeting Tent was built.

[301] 33:14 lead you Or, "give you rest."

[302] 33:17 I know you very well Literally, "I know you by name."

[303] 33:18 Glory Glory of the Lord. See Word List.

[304] 34:6 Yahweh This Hebrew name for God is usually translated "Lord." This name is like the Hebrew word meaning "He is" or "He makes things exist."

[305] 34:7 He . generations Or, "He shows his faithful love for thousands of people" or "He shows his faithful love to the tribes."

[306] 34:7 forgives Or, "spares."

[307] 34:7 The Lord . people do Or, "The Lord credits the guilt of the fathers to their children and grandchildren, to the third and fourth generation."

[308] 34:13 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[309] 34:13 stones . idols Literally, "memorials . Asherah poles." These were stone markers and wood poles that the people set up to help them remember and honor false gods.

[310] 34:14 I hate . gods Or, "I am El Kanah-the Jealous God."

[311] 34:15 sacrifice To offer a gift to God as an expression of worship, thanksgiving, or payment for sin. Also, the gift that is offered. In the Old Testament it was usually a special animal that was killed and burned on an altar. The Old Testament sacrifices offered for sins were symbolic of the perfect sacrifice that God himself would provide through Jesus Christ. Jesus gave his own life as a sacrifice to pay for the sins of all people. See Hebrews 10:1-14.

[312] 34:17 idol A statue of a false god that people worship. It can also mean anything that is more important to a person than God.

[313] 34:18 Festival of Unleavened Bread An important and holy week for the people of Israel and their descendants. In the time of the Old Testament it began the day after Passover, but by New Testament times the two festivals had become one. To prepare for it, the people threw out all their yeast and ate only bread without yeast for seven days."

[314] 34:18 Abib Or, "spring." This is Nisan, the first month of the ancient Jewish year. It was about mid-March to mid-April.

[315] 34:20 firstborn The first child born into a family. The first son was very important in ancient times and became the head of the family at the father's death. It can also mean a person of special importance.

[316] 34:22 Festival of Weeks Also called "Pentecost" or "Shavuoth."

[317] 34:22 fall Literally, "at the changing of the year."

[318] 34:22 Festival of Harvest Also called "Festival of Ingathering" or "Succoth."

[319] 34:25 Passover A very important holy day for the people of Israel and their descendants. They ate a special meal on this day every year to remember that God freed them from slavery in Egypt in the time of Moses. The name may come from the word in Ex. 12:13, 23, 27 that means "to pass over" or "to protect."

[320] 34:26 house The "Holy Tent" where the people went to meet with God. See Ex. 25:8, 9.

[321] 34:29 Agreement Where this is marked, it is literally "Testimony," a word that usually refers to the flat stones with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof" of the agreement between God and Israel.

[322] 35:3 Sabbath Saturday, the seventh day of the week and a special day for Israelites or Jews. By God's command it was set aside as a time for the people to rest and honor God.

[323] 35:5 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[324] 35:6 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[325] 35:8 anoint To pour a special oil on people or things to show that they have been chosen by God and set apart for a special work or purpose.

[326] 35:8 incense Special dried tree sap that was burned to make a sweet-smelling smoke and offered as a gift to God.

[327] 35:9 onyx A precious stone with layers of blue or gray.

[328] 35:9 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[329] 35:9 judgment pouch A piece of clothing like a bib or an apron that covered the high priest's chest. See Ex. 28:15-30.

[330] 35:11 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

[331] 35:12 Holy Box See "Box of the Agreement."

[332] 35:12 mercy-cover The top part of the Box of the Agreement. The Hebrew word can mean "lid," "cover," or "the place where sins are atoned (covered, erased, or forgiven)."

[333] 35:15 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[334] 35:19 Holy Place The room in the Holy Tent (Tabernacle) and in the Temple that was used by the Israelite priests to do their daily service for God.

[335] 35:21 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[336] 35:22 pins Or, "hooks." These were like safety pins and were used like buttons to fasten their robes.

[337] 35:23 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[338] 35:24 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[339] 35:27 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[340] 35:27 judgment pouch A piece of clothing like a bib or an apron that covered the high priest's chest. See Ex. 28:15-30.

[341] 35:28 incense Special dried tree sap that was burned to make a sweet-smelling smoke and offered as a gift to God.

[342] 35:28 anoint To pour a special oil on people or things to show that they have been chosen by God and set apart for a special work or purpose.

[343] 35:32 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[344] 35:35 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[345] 36:1 holy Set apart or chosen for a special use; especially, belonging to God or used only for him. Also, pure or perfect, worthy of God and fit for his service. In the New Testament God's people are holy because they have been made pure through Christ and, with the help of the Holy Spirit, keep themselves from sin and live only for God.

[346] 36:8 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

[347] 36:8 Cherub angels Winged beings like angels that serve God, usually as guards around his throne or other holy places. Two statues of these beings were on the cover of the Box of the Agreement that represented God's presence. See Ex. 25:10-22.

[348] 36:9 28 cubits 47' 7 3/8" (14.5 m).

[349] 36:9 4 cubits 6' 9 5/8" (2.1 m). Also in verse 15.

[350] 36:15 30 cubits 51' 3/16" (15.55 m).

[351] 36:18 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[352] 36:21 10 cubits 17' 1/16" (5.18 m).

[353] 36:21 1 1/2 cubits 30 5/8" (77.75 cm). Also in 37:1.

[354] 36:35 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[355] 36:38 curtain rods Or, "fasteners."

[356] 37:1 Holy Box See "Box of the Agreement."

[357] 37:1 2 1/2 cubits 4' 3" (1.3 m).

[358] 37:1 1 1/2 cubits 30 5/8" (77.75 cm). Also in verse 10.

[359] 37:6 mercy-cover The top part of the Box of the Agreement. The Hebrew word can mean "lid," "cover," or "the place where sins are atoned (covered, erased, or forgiven)."

[360] 37:7 Cherub angels Winged beings like angels that serve God, usually as guards around his throne or other holy places. Two statues of these beings were on the cover of the Box of the Agreement that represented God's presence. See Ex. 25:10-22.

[361] 37:10 2 cubits 3' 4 13/16" (104 cm). See also in verse 25.

[362] 37:10 cubit 20 5/8" (51.83 cm). Also in verse 25.

[363] 37:12 handbreadth The width of 4 fingers, about 3" (7.4 cm).

[364] 37:17 base and the shaft Or, "flared base."

[365] 37:24 75 pounds Literally, "1 talent" (34.5 kg).

[366] 37:25 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[367] 37:25 incense Special dried tree sap that was burned to make a sweet-smelling smoke and offered as a gift to God.

[368] 37:29 anoint To pour a special oil on people or things to show that they have been chosen by God and set apart for a special work or purpose.

[369] 38:1 5 cubits 8' 6" (2.6 m). Also in verse 18.

[370] 38:1 3 cubits 5' 1 3/16" (1.55 m).

[371] 38:2 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[372] 38:8 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[373] 38:9 100 cubits 170' 5/8" (51.83 m).

[374] 38:9 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[375] 38:10 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[376] 38:10 curtain rods Or, "fasteners." Also in verses 12, 17, 19, 28.

[377] 38:12 50 cubits 85' 5/16" (25.92 m).

[378] 38:14 15 cubits 25' 6 1/16" (7.77 m).

[379] 38:18 20 cubits 34' 1/8" (10.37 m).

[380] 38:20 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

[381] 38:21 Tent of the Agreement Literally, "Tent of the Testimony," the tent where the Box of the Agreement was kept. See "Holy Tent."

[382] 38:24 ton Literally, "29 talents and 730 shekels."

[383] 38:24 holy Set apart or chosen for a special use; especially, belonging to God or used only for him. Also, pure or perfect, worthy of God and fit for his service. In the New Testament God's people are holy because they have been made pure through Christ and, with the help of the Holy Spirit, keep themselves from sin and live only for God.

[384] 38:24 official measure Literally, "shekel of the Holy Place," the standard measure of weight used in the Tabernacle and the Temple.

[385] 38:25-26 beqa About 1/5 of an ounce (6g).

[386] 38:25-26 shekel Two-fifths of an ounce (11.5g).

[387] 38:27 75 pounds Literally, "1 talent" (34.5 kg).

[388] 38:28 44 pounds Literally, "1775 shekels" (20.4 kg).

[389] 38:29 2 1/2 tons Literally, "70 talents and 2400 shekels" (2447 kg).

[390] 38:30 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[391] 38:30 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[392] 39:1 holy Set apart or chosen for a special use; especially, belonging to God or used only for him. Also, pure or perfect, worthy of God and fit for his service. In the New Testament God's people are holy because they have been made pure through Christ and, with the help of the Holy Spirit, keep themselves from sin and live only for God.

[393] 39:2 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[394] 39:2 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[395] 39:6 onyx A precious stone with layers of blue or gray.

[396] 39:8 judgment pouch A piece of clothing like a bib or an apron that covered the high priest's chest. See Ex. 28:15-30.

[397] 39:8 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[398] 39:8 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[399] 39:9 span About 9" (23 cm). This is the distance from the tip of the thumb to the tip of the little finger.

[400] 39:14 seal A small stone or ring with a picture carved in it that was pressed into wet clay or hot wax to hold down the loose end of a scroll. It left a special mark, also called a seal, that was like a signature to keep anyone from opening the scroll except the right person.

[401] 39:22 ephod A special vest (coat) worn by the Israelite high priest. See Ex. 28:6-14.

[402] 39:24 linen Thread or cloth made from the fibers of the flax plant.

[403] 39:24 pomegranate A red fruit filled with tiny seeds, each covered with a sweet, juicy part of the fruit.

[404] 39:28 turban A head covering made by wrapping a long piece of cloth around the top part of the head or around a cap worn on the head.

[405] 39:30 holy to the lord These words were written on everything that was used in the Temple. This showed that these things belonged to the Lord, and they could be used only for special purposes. Dishes with labels could only be used by the priests in a holy place.

[406] 39:32 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

[407] 39:35 Box of the Agreement Or, traditionally, "Ark of the Covenant." The special box kept in the Most Holy Place of the Israelite Holy Tent and, later, the Jerusalem Temple. It contained the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof " of the agreement between God and his people. In some passages it is literally, "Box of the Testimony." See Ex. 25:10-22; 1 Kings 8:1-9.

[408] 39:35 mercy-cover The top part of the Box of the Agreement. The Hebrew word can mean "lid," "cover," or "the place where sins are atoned (covered, erased, or forgiven)."

[409] 39:36 special bread Also called "bread of the Presence." Every day this bread was put before God on the special table in the Holy Place.

[410] 39:38 golden altar The table made from acacia wood and covered with gold that was used in the Holy Tent for burning incense as a gift to God.

[411] 39:38 anoint To pour a special oil on people or things to show that they have been chosen by God and set apart for a special work or purpose.

[412] 39:38 incense Special dried tree sap that was burned to make a sweet-smelling smoke and offered as a gift to God.

[413] 39:39 bronze A type of metal made from copper mixed with tin. The Hebrew word can mean "copper," "brass," or "bronze."

[414] 39:41 holy area A restricted area that was considered sacred (special) because of God's presence.

[415] 40:2 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

[416] 40:3 Box of the Agreement Or, traditionally, "Ark of the Covenant." The special box kept in the Most Holy Place of the Israelite Holy Tent and, later, the Jerusalem Temple. It contained the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof " of the agreement between God and his people. In some passages it is literally, "Box of the Testimony." See Ex. 25:10-22; 1 Kings 8:1-9.

[417] 40:5 golden altar The table made from acacia wood and covered with gold that was used in the Holy Tent for burning incense as a gift to God.

[418] 40:5 incense Special dried tree sap that was burned to make a sweet-smelling smoke and offered as a gift to God.

[419] 40:6 altar A raised area, pile of stones, or table where sacrifices were offered as gifts to God. An important altar was the one in front of the Temple in Jerusalem. See also "golden altar."

[420] 40:9 anoint To pour a special oil on people or things to show that they have been chosen by God and set apart for a special work or purpose.

[421] 40:9 holy Set apart or chosen for a special use; especially, belonging to God or used only for him. Also, pure or perfect, worthy of God and fit for his service. In the New Testament God's people are holy because they have been made pure through Christ and, with the help of the Holy Spirit, keep themselves from sin and live only for God.

[422] 40:12 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[423] 40:20 Agreement Where this is marked, it is literally "Testimony," a word that usually refers to the flat stones with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof" of the agreement between God and Israel.

[424] 40:20 mercy-cover The top part of the Box of the Agreement. The Hebrew word can mean "lid," "cover," or "the place where sins are atoned (covered, erased, or forgiven)."

[425] 40:21 Box of the Agreement Or, traditionally, "Ark of the Covenant." The special box kept in the Most Holy Place of the Israelite Holy Tent and, later, the Jerusalem Temple. It contained the stone tablets with the Ten Commandments written on them, which were evidence or "proof " of the agreement between God and his people. In some passages it is literally, "Box of the Testimony." See Ex. 25:10-22; 1 Kings 8:1-9.

[426] 40:29 burnt offering A gift to God. Usually these were animals that were killed and completely burned on the altar.

[427] 40:34 Meeting Tent See "Holy Tent."

[428] 40:34 Glory of the Lord One of the forms God used when he appeared to people. It was like a bright, shining light. In the book of Numbers it might have been a bright light or a tall cloud.

[429] 40:34 Holy Tent Or "Tabernacle," the special tent described in the law of Moses, where God lived among his people and where the Israelite priests performed their worship duties. It was often called the "Meeting Tent" because it was where the Israelites went to meet with God. It was used until Solomon built the Temple in Jerusalem.

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