Summary

Details the construction of the Tabernacle, emphasizing the skill and dedication of the craftsmen and the generosity of the Israelites in providing materials.

Key Points

• Bezalel, Oholiab, and other skilled craftsmen begin the work on the Tabernacle, using the materials provided by the Israelites (Exodus 36:1-2).

• The people continue to bring freewill offerings every morning, providing more than enough materials for the construction (Exodus 36:3-7).

• The craftsmen construct the curtains, coverings, and frames for the Tabernacle, following the detailed instructions given by God (Exodus 36:8-13).

• They make the curtains of goat hair for the tent over the Tabernacle, along with the coverings of ram skins dyed red and another covering of durable leather (Exodus 36:14-19).

• The frames for the Tabernacle are made of acacia wood, overlaid with gold, and fitted with silver bases (Exodus 36:20-30).

• The craftsmen also make the crossbars, rings, and other components needed to assemble the Tabernacle (Exodus 36:31-34).

• Finally, they make the curtain to separate the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place, along with the pillars and hooks to support it (Exodus 36:35-38).