Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then they made fifty loops along the edge of the end curtain in one set and also along the edge of the end curtain in the other set. New Living Translation He made fifty loops for the edge of each large curtain. English Standard Version And he made fifty loops on the edge of the outermost curtain of the one set, and fifty loops on the edge of the other connecting curtain. Berean Standard Bible He made fifty loops along the edge of the end curtain in the first set, and fifty loops along the edge of the corresponding curtain in the second set. King James Bible And he made fifty loops upon the uttermost edge of the curtain in the coupling, and fifty loops made he upon the edge of the curtain which coupleth the second. New King James Version And he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that is outermost in one set, and fifty loops he made on the edge of the curtain of the second set. New American Standard Bible Moreover, he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the first set, and he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the second set. NASB 1995 Moreover, he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the first set, and he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the second set. NASB 1977 Moreover, he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the first set, and he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the second set. Legacy Standard Bible Moreover, he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the first set, and he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the second set. Amplified Bible He made fifty loops on the edge of the outermost curtain in the first set, and he made fifty loops on the edge of the outermost curtain of the second set. Christian Standard Bible He made fifty loops on the edge of the outermost curtain in the first set and fifty loops on the edge of the corresponding curtain in the second set. Holman Christian Standard Bible He made 50 loops on the edge of the outermost curtain in the first set and 50 loops on the edge of the corresponding curtain in the second set. American Standard Version And he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outmost in the coupling, and fifty loops made he upon the edge of the curtain which was outmost in the second coupling. Contemporary English Version Fifty loops were put along one of the wider sides of each panel, English Revised Version And he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outmost in the coupling, and fifty loops made he upon the edge of the curtain which was outmost in the second coupling. GOD'S WORD® Translation Then they made 50 loops along the edge of the end sheet in each set. Good News Translation They put fifty loops on the edge of the last piece of one set and fifty loops on the edge of the other set. International Standard Version He made 50 loops along the edge of the outermost curtain in the first set, and 50 loops along the edge of the curtain of the other set. NET Bible He made fifty loops along the edge of the end curtain in the first set and fifty loops along the edge of the curtain that joined the second set. New Heart English Bible He made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outmost in the coupling, and he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain which was outmost in the second coupling. Webster's Bible Translation And he made fifty loops upon the outermost edge of the curtain in the coupling, and fifty loops made he upon the edge of the curtain which coupleth the second. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe made fifty loops along the edge of the end curtain in the first set, and fifty loops along the edge of the corresponding curtain in the second set. World English Bible He made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outermost in the coupling, and he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain which was outermost in the second coupling. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he makes fifty loops on the outer edge of the curtain, in the joining; and he has made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain which is joining the second; Young's Literal Translation And he maketh fifty loops on the outer edge of the curtain, in the joining; and fifty loops he hath made on the edge of the curtain which is joining the second; Smith's Literal Translation And he will make fifty loops upon the lip of the curtain the extreme part in the joining, and fifty loops he made upon the lip of the curtain joining the second. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he made fifty loops in the edge of one curtain, and fifty in the edge of another curtain, that they might be joined one to another. Catholic Public Domain Version And he made fifty loops along the edge of one canopy, and fifty along the edge of the other canopy, so that they might be joined to one another, New American Bible Fifty loops were made along the edge of the end sheet in one set, and fifty loops along the edge of the corresponding sheet in the other set. New Revised Standard Version He made fifty loops on the edge of the outermost curtain of the one set, and fifty loops on the edge of the other connecting curtain. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain in the coupling, and fifty loops on the edge of the curtain which coupled the second. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they made loops: fifty loops on the edge of the curtain, from the side of the selvedge, and fifty loops they made on the edge of the curtain in the other selvedge. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he made fifty loops on the edge of the curtain that was outmost in the first set, and fifty loops made he upon the edge of the curtain which was outmost in the second set. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Curtains for the Tabernacle…16He joined five of the curtains into one set and the other six into another. 17He made fifty loops along the edge of the end curtain in the first set, and fifty loops along the edge of the corresponding curtain in the second set. 18He also made fifty bronze clasps to join the tent together as a unit.… Cross References Exodus 26:3-6 Five of the curtains are to be joined together, and the other five joined as well. / Make loops of blue material on the edge of the end curtain in the first set, and do the same for the end curtain in the second set. / Make fifty loops on one curtain and fifty loops on the end curtain of the second set, so that the loops line up opposite one another. ... Exodus 26:9-11 Join five of the curtains into one set and the other six into another. Then fold the sixth curtain over double at the front of the tent. / Make fifty loops along the edge of the end curtain in the first set, and fifty loops along the edge of the corresponding curtain in the second set. / Make fifty bronze clasps and put them through the loops to join the tent together as a unit. Exodus 26:12-13 As for the overlap that remains of the tent curtains, the half curtain that is left over shall hang down over the back of the tabernacle. / And the tent curtains will be a cubit longer on either side, and the excess will hang over the sides of the tabernacle to cover it. Exodus 26:33 And hang the veil from the clasps and place the ark of the Testimony behind the veil. So the veil will separate the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place. Exodus 26:36-37 For the entrance to the tent, you are to make a curtain embroidered with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and finely spun linen. / Make five posts of acacia wood for the curtain, overlay them with gold hooks, and cast five bronze bases for them. Exodus 35:11 the tabernacle with its tent and covering, its clasps and frames, its crossbars, posts, and bases; Exodus 35:18 the tent pegs for the tabernacle and for the courtyard, along with their ropes; Exodus 39:32 So all the work for the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, was completed. The Israelites did everything just as the LORD had commanded Moses. Exodus 40:2 “On the first day of the first month you are to set up the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting. Exodus 40:17 So the tabernacle was set up on the first day of the first month of the second year. 1 Kings 6:9 So Solomon built the temple and finished it, roofing it with beams and planks of cedar. 1 Kings 6:15-16 He lined the interior walls with cedar paneling from the floor of the temple to the ceiling, and he covered the floor with cypress boards. / He partitioned off the twenty cubits at the rear of the temple with cedar boards from floor to ceiling to form within the temple an inner sanctuary, the Most Holy Place. 1 Kings 6:18 The cedar paneling inside the temple was carved with gourds and open flowers. Everything was cedar; not a stone could be seen. 1 Kings 6:21-22 So Solomon overlaid the inside of the temple with pure gold, and he extended gold chains across the front of the inner sanctuary, which was overlaid with gold. / So he overlaid with gold the whole interior of the temple, until everything was completely finished. He also overlaid with gold the entire altar that belonged to the inner sanctuary. 2 Chronicles 3:5 He paneled the main room with cypress, which he overlaid with fine gold and decorated with palm trees and chains. Treasury of Scripture And he made fifty loops on the uttermost edge of the curtain in the coupling, and fifty loops made he on the edge of the curtain which couples the second. no reference Jump to Previous Connecting Cord Coupleth Coupling Curtain Edge End Fifty First Joining Loops Maketh Moreover Outer Outermost Outmost Outside Second Twists UttermostJump to Next Connecting Cord Coupleth Coupling Curtain Edge End Fifty First Joining Loops Maketh Moreover Outer Outermost Outmost Outside Second Twists UttermostExodus 36 1. The offerings are delivered to the workmen4. The generosity of the people is restrained 8. The curtains with cherubim 14. The curtains of goats' hair 19. The covering of skins 20. The boards with their sockets 31. The bars 35. The veil 37. The hanging for the door He made fifty loops along the edge of the end curtain in the first set The construction of the Tabernacle was a detailed process, reflecting God's specific instructions to Moses. The use of "fifty loops" signifies completeness and order, as the number fifty often represents in biblical numerology. The loops were likely made of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, materials that were both valuable and symbolic of royalty and divinity. The "end curtain in the first set" refers to the outermost layer of the Tabernacle's covering, which was made of fine linen. This curtain's placement and design were crucial for the structure's integrity and beauty, symbolizing the separation between the holy and the common. The meticulous attention to detail in the Tabernacle's construction underscores the importance of obedience to God's commands. and fifty loops along the edge of the corresponding curtain in the second set Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, who received the instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle from God. 2. Bezalel and Oholiab Skilled craftsmen appointed by God to oversee the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings. 3. The Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness. 4. The Curtains Part of the Tabernacle's structure, specifically designed to form the covering and walls of the sacred space. 5. The Loops and Clasps Functional elements used to join the curtains together, ensuring the Tabernacle's integrity and unity. Teaching Points Unity in DiversityJust as the loops and clasps brought together different curtains to form a unified Tabernacle, believers are called to work together in unity, despite diverse gifts and roles. Attention to Detail The precise instructions for the Tabernacle's construction highlight the importance of obedience and attention to detail in our walk with God. God's Dwelling Among Us The Tabernacle was a physical representation of God's presence with His people, reminding us of the importance of creating space for God in our lives. Symbolism of Connection The loops and clasps symbolize the connections within the body of Christ, encouraging us to foster strong, supportive relationships within our faith communities. Faithful Stewardship The craftsmanship and care in constructing the Tabernacle serve as a model for how we should steward the gifts and resources God has entrusted to us. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 36:17?2. How does Exodus 36:17 demonstrate God's attention to detail in His instructions? 3. What can we learn about teamwork from the construction described in Exodus 36:17? 4. How does Exodus 36:17 connect to the broader theme of obedience in Exodus? 5. How can we apply the principle of precision in Exodus 36:17 to our lives? 6. What does Exodus 36:17 teach us about following God's plans in our work? 7. How does Exodus 36:17 reflect the craftsmanship and dedication of the Israelites in the wilderness? 8. What does the construction of the tabernacle in Exodus 36:17 signify about God's presence among His people? 9. How does the detailed work in Exodus 36:17 demonstrate the importance of obedience to God's instructions? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 36? 11. Exodus 40:2 - How could Moses effectively assemble such a sophisticated structure in the desert with limited resources? 12. Exodus 27:9-19: How do we reconcile these detailed Tabernacle dimensions with differing descriptions of sacred spaces elsewhere in the Bible? 13. Why should the covenant through Moses be replaced if Hebrews 3:3-6 claims Jesus is greater, without historical or archeological proof of Jesus' authority then? 14. What does 'washing of water by the word' mean? What Does Exodus 36:17 Mean He made fifty loops• The craftsman, Bezalel’s team, followed God’s exact blueprint—no improv, no shortcuts (Exodus 25:40; 31:2–5). • Exodus 26:5 already gave the order: “Make fifty loops on one curtain and fifty on the other.” The repetition here in chapter 36 shows they obeyed down to the smallest detail. • Fifty is the number of fullness and celebration in Scripture—think of the Year of Jubilee in Leviticus 25:10 and Pentecost in Acts 2:1. Each loop silently pointed to God’s future plans of complete redemption. along the edge of the end curtain • The loops weren’t scattered randomly; they were “along the edge,” marking the border where one curtain would meet another (Exodus 26:4). • Edges matter. In Joshua 4:5–7, stones were placed at the river’s edge as memorials. Here, the loops at the edge would become a permanent reminder that even the boundaries of God’s dwelling are ordered and purposeful. in the first set • The tabernacle had two groups of five curtains (Exodus 36:10). The “first set” held five of them. • God’s design groups His work: night and day, land and sea, Israel and the nations (Genesis 1; Romans 9–11). By calling out “first set,” the text teaches that order is built into creation and worship alike. and fifty loops • The second tally of fifty shows perfect correspondence. No curtain stood superior; each shared identical provision for unity (Exodus 36:12). • Ephesians 4:4–6 pictures the church as “one body… one Lord… one God.” Just as every curtain had matching loops, every believer receives matching grace that links us together. along the edge of the corresponding curtain • “Corresponding” signals intentional symmetry. What one curtain had, its partner shared (Exodus 26:5). • Amos 3:3 asks, “Can two walk together unless they are agreed?” The curtains could only meet because their edges lined up exactly. God still calls His people to the same harmony (Philippians 2:2). in the second set • Now the focus turns to the other five-curtain bundle (Exodus 36:13–14). The loops would soon receive gold clasps, making the two sets “one tabernacle” (Exodus 26:6). • John 17:22 records Jesus praying “that they may be one as We are one.” The joined curtains foreshadow the unity Christ secured for His people, bringing heaven and earth together in Himself (Ephesians 1:10). summary Exodus 36:17 shows meticulous obedience to God’s pattern: fifty loops on each adjoining curtain, perfectly aligned at the edges of two five-curtain sets. The literal craftsmanship created a single, seamless dwelling for God among His people. Symbolically, the matching loops hint at fullness (the number fifty), ordered harmony, and the coming unity of God’s redeemed family. By honoring every detail, the builders displayed that complete submission to God’s word is the surest pathway to shared life in His presence. Hebrew He madeוַיַּ֜עַשׂ (way·ya·‘aś) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make fifty חֲמִשִּׁ֗ים (ḥă·miš·šîm) Number - common plural Strong's 2572: Fifty loops לֻֽלָאֹ֣ת (lu·lā·’ōṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3924: A loop along עַ֚ל (‘al) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the edge שְׂפַ֣ת (śə·p̄aṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8193: The lip, language, a margin of the end הַקִּיצֹנָ֖ה (haq·qî·ṣō·nāh) Article | Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 7020: At the end, outermost curtain הַיְרִיעָ֔ה (hay·rî·‘āh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3407: A hanging in the first set, בַּמַּחְבָּ֑רֶת (bam·maḥ·bā·reṯ) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4225: Something joined, place of joining and fifty וַחֲמִשִּׁ֣ים (wa·ḥă·miš·šîm) Conjunctive waw | Number - common plural Strong's 2572: Fifty loops לֻלָאֹ֗ת (lu·lā·’ōṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3924: A loop on עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the edge שְׂפַ֣ת (śə·p̄aṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8193: The lip, language, a margin of the end curtain הַיְרִיעָ֔ה (hay·rî·‘āh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3407: A hanging in the second הַשֵּׁנִֽית׃ (haš·šê·nîṯ) Article | Number - ordinal feminine singular Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number) set. הַחֹבֶ֖רֶת (ha·ḥō·ḇe·reṯ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2279: A thing that joins or is joined Links Exodus 36:17 NIVExodus 36:17 NLT Exodus 36:17 ESV Exodus 36:17 NASB Exodus 36:17 KJV Exodus 36:17 BibleApps.com Exodus 36:17 Biblia Paralela Exodus 36:17 Chinese Bible Exodus 36:17 French Bible Exodus 36:17 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 36:17 He made fifty loops on the edge (Exo. 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