Summary

Describes the setting up of the Tabernacle, the anointing of its furnishings, and the consecration of Aaron and his sons as priests. It concludes with the manifestation of God's glory in the Tabernacle.

Key Points

• The Lord instructs Moses to set up the Tabernacle on the first day of the first month and place the Ark of the Covenant inside (Exodus 40:1-3).

• Moses is to bring in the table, lampstand, and altar of incense, and set up the curtain at the entrance of the Tabernacle (Exodus 40:4-5).

• The altar of burnt offering and the basin are to be placed in the courtyard, and the courtyard is to be set up around the Tabernacle (Exodus 40:6-8).

• Moses anoints the Tabernacle and all its furnishings with the anointing oil, consecrating them (Exodus 40:9-11).

• Aaron and his sons are washed, dressed in their priestly garments, and anointed to serve as priests (Exodus 40:12-15).

• Moses completes the work as commanded by the Lord, setting up the Tabernacle and all its components (Exodus 40:16-33).

• The cloud covers the Tent of Meeting, and the glory of the Lord fills the Tabernacle, guiding the Israelites on their journey (Exodus 40:34-38).