Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “Place the altar of burnt offering in front of the entrance to the tabernacle, the tent of meeting; New Living Translation Place the altar of burnt offering in front of the Tabernacle entrance. English Standard Version You shall set the altar of burnt offering before the door of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting, Berean Standard Bible Place the altar of burnt offering in front of the entrance to the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting. King James Bible And thou shalt set the altar of the burnt offering before the door of the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation. New King James Version Then you shall set the altar of the burnt offering before the door of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. New American Standard Bible And you shall set the altar of burnt offering in front of the doorway of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. NASB 1995 “You shall set the altar of burnt offering in front of the doorway of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. NASB 1977 “And you shall set the altar of burnt offering in front of the doorway of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. Legacy Standard Bible You shall set the altar of burnt offering in front of the doorway of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. Amplified Bible You shall set the [bronze] altar of burnt offering in front of the doorway of the tabernacle of the Tent of Meeting. Christian Standard Bible Position the altar of burnt offering in front of the entrance to the tabernacle, the tent of meeting. Holman Christian Standard Bible Position the altar of burnt offering in front of the entrance to the tabernacle, the tent of meeting. American Standard Version And thou shalt set the altar of burnt-offering before the door of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. Contemporary English Version Set the altar for burning sacrifices in front of the entrance to my tent. English Revised Version And thou shalt set the altar of burnt offering before the door of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. GOD'S WORD® Translation "Put the altar for burnt offerings in front of the entrance to the tent of meeting. Good News Translation Put in front of the Tent the altar for burning offerings. International Standard Version You are to put the altar for burnt offerings in front of the doorway of the tent of the Tent of Meeting. NET Bible You are to put the altar for the burnt offering in front of the entrance to the tabernacle, the tent of meeting. New Heart English Bible You shall set the altar of burnt offering before the door of the tabernacle of the Tent of Meeting. Webster's Bible Translation And thou shalt set the altar of the, burnt-offering before the door of the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BiblePlace the altar of burnt offering in front of the entrance to the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting. World English Bible “You shall set the altar of burnt offering before the door of the tabernacle of the Tent of Meeting. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand have put the altar of the burnt-offering before the opening of the Dwelling Place of the Tent of Meeting, Young's Literal Translation and hast put the altar of the burnt-offering before the opening of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting, Smith's Literal Translation And set the altar of the burnt-offering before the door of the dwelling of the tent of appointment. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd before it the altar of holocaust: Catholic Public Domain Version and before it, the altar of holocaust. New American Bible Put the altar for burnt offerings in front of the entrance of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. New Revised Standard Version You shall set the altar of burnt offering before the entrance of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd you shall set the altar of the burnt offering in front of the door of the tabernacle of the congregation. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And set the altar of burning before the door of the Time Tabernacle. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And thou shalt set the altar of burnt-offering before the door of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. Brenton Septuagint Translation And thou shalt put the altar of burnt-offerings by the doors of the tabernacle of witness, and thou shalt set up the tabernacle round about, and thou shalt hallow all that belongs to it round about. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Setting Up the Tabernacle…5Place the gold altar of incense in front of the ark of the Testimony, and hang the curtain at the entrance to the tabernacle. 6Place the altar of burnt offering in front of the entrance to the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting. 7And place the basin between the Tent of Meeting and the altar, and put water in it.… Cross References Leviticus 1:3-5 If his offering is a burnt offering from the herd, he is to present an unblemished male. He must bring it to the entrance to the Tent of Meeting for its acceptance before the LORD. / He is to lay his hand on the head of the burnt offering, so it can be accepted on his behalf to make atonement for him. / And he shall slaughter the young bull before the LORD, and Aaron’s sons the priests are to present the blood and splatter it on all sides of the altar at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. Leviticus 8:18-21 Then Moses presented the ram for the burnt offering, and Aaron and his sons laid their hands on its head. / Moses slaughtered the ram and splattered the blood on all sides of the altar. / He cut the ram into pieces and burned the head, the pieces, and the fat. ... Numbers 28:3-4 And tell them that this is the food offering you are to present to the LORD as a regular burnt offering each day: two unblemished year-old male lambs. / Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight, 1 Kings 8:64 On that same day the king consecrated the middle of the courtyard in front of the house of the LORD, and there he offered the burnt offerings, the grain offerings, and the fat of the peace offerings, since the bronze altar before the LORD was too small to contain all these offerings. 2 Chronicles 7:7 Then Solomon consecrated the middle of the courtyard in front of the house of the LORD, and there he offered the burnt offerings and the fat of the peace offerings, since the bronze altar he had made could not hold all these offerings. Hebrews 10:11-12 Day after day every priest stands to minister and to offer again and again the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins. / But when this Priest had offered for all time one sacrifice for sins, He sat down at the right hand of God. Leviticus 9:7 Then Moses said to Aaron, “Approach the altar and sacrifice your sin offering and your burnt offering to make atonement for yourself and for the people. And sacrifice the people’s offering to make atonement for them, as the LORD has commanded.” 2 Chronicles 29:21-24 They brought seven bulls, seven rams, seven lambs, and seven male goats as a sin offering for the kingdom, for the sanctuary, and for Judah. And the king commanded the priests, the descendants of Aaron, to offer them on the altar of the LORD. / So they slaughtered the bulls, and the priests took the blood and splattered it on the altar. They slaughtered the rams and splattered the blood on the altar. And they slaughtered the lambs and splattered the blood on the altar. / Then they brought the goats for the sin offering before the king and the assembly, who laid their hands on them. ... Hebrews 9:6-7 When everything had been prepared in this way, the priests entered regularly into the first room to perform their sacred duties. / But only the high priest entered the second room, and then only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance. Leviticus 16:11-15 When Aaron presents the bull for his sin offering and makes atonement for himself and his household, he is to slaughter the bull for his own sin offering. / Then he must take a censer full of burning coals from the altar before the LORD, and two handfuls of finely ground fragrant incense, and take them inside the veil. / He is to put the incense on the fire before the LORD, and the cloud of incense will cover the mercy seat above the Testimony, so that he will not die. ... 1 Kings 9:25 Three times a year Solomon offered burnt offerings and peace offerings on the altar he had built for the LORD, burning incense with them before the LORD. So he completed the temple. 2 Chronicles 8:12-13 At that time Solomon offered burnt offerings to the LORD on the altar of the LORD he had built in front of the portico. / He observed the daily requirement for offerings according to the commandment of Moses for Sabbaths, New Moons, and the three annual appointed feasts—the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feast of Tabernacles. Hebrews 8:3-5 And since every high priest is appointed to offer both gifts and sacrifices, it was necessary for this One also to have something to offer. / Now if He were on earth, He would not be a priest, since there are already priests who offer gifts according to the law. / The place where they serve is a copy and shadow of what is in heaven. This is why Moses was warned when he was about to build the tabernacle: “See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.” Leviticus 4:20 He shall offer this bull just as he did the bull for the sin offering; in this way the priest will make atonement on their behalf, and they will be forgiven. Numbers 15:3-5 and you present a food offering to the LORD from the herd or flock to produce a pleasing aroma to the LORD—either a burnt offering or a sacrifice, for a special vow or freewill offering or appointed feast— / then the one presenting his offering to the LORD shall also present a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a quarter hin of olive oil. / With the burnt offering or sacrifice of each lamb, you are to prepare a quarter hin of wine as a drink offering. Treasury of Scripture And you shall set the altar of the burnt offering before the door of the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation. Exodus 40:29 And he put the altar of burnt offering by the door of the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation, and offered upon it the burnt offering and the meat offering; as the LORD commanded Moses. Exodus 27:1-8 And thou shalt make an altar of shittim wood, five cubits long, and five cubits broad; the altar shall be foursquare: and the height thereof shall be three cubits… Exodus 38:1-7 And he made the altar of burnt offering of shittim wood: five cubits was the length thereof, and five cubits the breadth thereof; it was foursquare; and three cubits the height thereof… Jump to Previous Altar Burned Burnt Burnt-Offering Congregation Door Doorway Entrance Front House Meeting Offering Offerings Opening Tabernacle TentJump to Next Altar Burned Burnt Burnt-Offering Congregation Door Doorway Entrance Front House Meeting Offering Offerings Opening Tabernacle TentExodus 40 1. The tabernacle is commanded to be reared, anointed, and consecrated13. Aaron and his sons to be sanctified 16. Moses performs all things accordingly 34. A cloud covers the tabernacle Place the altar of burnt offering The altar of burnt offering, also known as the brazen altar, was central to the sacrificial system established by God for the Israelites. It was made of acacia wood and overlaid with bronze, symbolizing judgment and sacrifice. This altar was where offerings were made to atone for sin, pointing to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who fulfilled the sacrificial system through His death on the cross (Hebrews 10:10). The altar's placement signifies the necessity of atonement before entering into God's presence. in front of the entrance to the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to deliver His people from Egypt and to receive the Law. Moses is responsible for setting up the tabernacle according to God's instructions. 2. The Tabernacle A portable earthly dwelling place for God among the Israelites, also known as the Tent of Meeting. It was a central place of worship and sacrifice during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. 3. The Altar of Burnt Offering A key component of the tabernacle, where sacrifices were made to atone for the sins of the people and to maintain a right relationship with God. 4. The Entrance to the Tabernacle The designated place where the altar was to be positioned, signifying the importance of sacrifice in approaching God. 5. The Israelites The chosen people of God, who were delivered from slavery in Egypt and were journeying to the Promised Land under Moses' leadership. Teaching Points The Centrality of SacrificeThe placement of the altar at the entrance of the tabernacle underscores the necessity of sacrifice in approaching God. In the New Testament, Jesus is the ultimate sacrifice, and through Him, we have access to God. Obedience to God's Instructions Moses' careful adherence to God's commands in setting up the tabernacle serves as a model for our obedience to God's Word in our lives. The Role of Worship in Community The tabernacle was a communal place of worship, reminding us of the importance of gathering together as believers to worship and seek God. Symbolism of the Tabernacle The tabernacle and its elements symbolize deeper spiritual truths, such as the holiness of God, the need for atonement, and the presence of God among His people. Approaching God with Reverence The sacrificial system highlights the seriousness of sin and the reverence required in approaching a holy God, encouraging us to examine our hearts and live in holiness. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 40:6?2. How does Exodus 40:6 emphasize the importance of following God's specific instructions? 3. What role does the altar play in Israel's worship according to Exodus 40:6? 4. How can we apply the principle of obedience from Exodus 40:6 today? 5. How does Exodus 40:6 connect to the broader theme of worship in Exodus? 6. What does Exodus 40:6 teach about the significance of sacred spaces in worship? 7. What is the significance of the altar of burnt offering in Exodus 40:6? 8. How does Exodus 40:6 relate to the overall theme of worship in the Bible? 9. Why was the altar placed before the entrance to the tabernacle in Exodus 40:6? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 40? 11. Exodus 40:6–7 – Were there archaeological traces of the altar and utensils left behind that confirm this momentous event? 12. Exodus 26 - How do these tabernacle measurements align or conflict with other biblical or historical texts regarding the scale and feasibility of such a dwelling? 13. Why does Stephen cite a 400-year period in Acts 7:6 when Exodus 12:40 indicates 430 years of Israelite bondage? 14. In Leviticus 9:6, the text promises that God's glory will appear to the people. How can this be historically verified or tested in light of skepticism regarding supernatural events? What Does Exodus 40:6 Mean Place the altar of burnt offering“Place the altar of burnt offering…” (Exodus 40:6) • This altar was the sturdy bronze structure God had already detailed (Exodus 27:1-8). • It received every daily sacrifice: the constant reminder that “without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness” (Hebrews 9:22). • The literal placement answers the spiritual need first; no worshiper approached God empty-handed or self-justified (Leviticus 1:3-9). • For us, the altar foreshadows the cross—Christ is “the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29). In front of the entrance “…in front of the entrance…” (Exodus 40:6) • Before anyone could even peek inside, the altar stood between the sinner and the sanctuary, underscoring that access to God demands atonement (Exodus 29:42-43). • This location kept sacrifice public and unavoidable; everyone entering the courtyard encountered the cost of fellowship. • The order still speaks: repentance precedes relationship; cleansing precedes communion (1 John 1:7-9). To the tabernacle “…to the tabernacle…” (Exodus 40:6) • “Tabernacle” refers to the larger tented structure where God’s glory dwelled (Exodus 40:17-19). • The altar’s nearness to the tabernacle linked sacrifice with presence: forgiven people may now draw near (Psalm 65:4). • Geography becomes theology—God is not distant but makes a way right at His doorstep (Ephesians 2:13). The Tent of Meeting “…the Tent of Meeting.” (Exodus 40:6) • Same place, different emphasis: “meeting” highlights fellowship. God chose to “meet with you and to speak with you” here (Exodus 29:42). • The sequence—altar first, then meeting—mirrors salvation’s pathway: Calvary, then communion (Hebrews 10:19-22). • Jesus fulfills the Tent of Meeting: “The Word became flesh and tabernacled among us” (John 1:14). Through Him we enjoy continual, unbroken access (Hebrews 4:16). summary God situated the bronze altar squarely before the tabernacle door to teach an everlasting lesson: atonement opens the way to fellowship. Every Israelite saw that sin’s price had to be paid before stepping closer. Today we look to the greater altar—the cross—where Christ’s perfect sacrifice grants us confident entry into the true Tent of Meeting, God’s very presence. (6) The altar of the burnt-offering.--See Exodus 27:1-8.Verse 6. - The altar of burnt-offering. See Exodus 27:1-8; Exodus 38:1-7. Before the door of the tabernacle. In the court, directly in front of the entrance, but not close to it, since the place of the laver was between the entrance and the altar. See the next verse.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Placeוְנָ֣תַתָּ֔ה (wə·nā·ṯat·tāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set the altar מִזְבַּ֣ח (miz·baḥ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4196: An altar of burnt offering הָעֹלָ֑ה (hā·‘ō·lāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5930: Whole burnt offering in front לִפְנֵ֕י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face of the entrance פֶּ֖תַח (pe·ṯaḥ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6607: An opening, door, entrance way to the tabernacle, מִשְׁכַּ֥ן (miš·kan) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4908: A residence, the Tabernacle the Tent אֹֽהֶל־ (’ō·hel-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 168: A tent of Meeting. מוֹעֵֽד׃ (mō·w·‘êḏ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4150: Appointed time, place, or meeting Links Exodus 40:6 NIVExodus 40:6 NLT Exodus 40:6 ESV Exodus 40:6 NASB Exodus 40:6 KJV Exodus 40:6 BibleApps.com Exodus 40:6 Biblia Paralela Exodus 40:6 Chinese Bible Exodus 40:6 French Bible Exodus 40:6 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 40:6 You shall set the altar of burnt (Exo. 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