Exodus 37:10

Spanish RVR 1909 (Más información sobre Biblia Reina Valera 1909)

Hizo también la mesa de madera de Sittim; su longitud de dos codos, y su anchura de un codo, y de codo y medio su altura;

¿Qué significa esto?

This verse describes the dimensions of a table made by Bezalel from shittim wood. The table was two cubits long, one cubit wide, and one and a half cubits high. This table was part of the furnishings for the Tabernacle.

Explicado para niños

Imagine you're making a little table for your dollhouse. This table was like that, but much bigger. It was made to fit perfectly in a special house called the Tabernacle, where God's people would bring offerings and offerings would be placed on it.

Contexto histórico

The book of Exodus was written by Moses around 1440 BC, detailing the construction of the Tabernacle. This verse is part of the detailed instructions for the Tabernacle's furnishings, given in the wilderness shortly after the Israelites left Egypt.

Aplicación para hoy

Just as the table was designed with specific dimensions to serve a particular purpose, we should live our lives with intention and purpose. Consider how your actions and choices fit into the bigger picture of your life and faith.

Temas

• worship
• construction
• dimensions
• Tabernacle
• offerings
• craftsmanship

Versículos relacionados

• Exodus 25:23-29
• Exodus 40:22
• Numbers 4:7
• 1 Kings 7:48
• Luke 11:37

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Preguntas frecuentes

What was the table used for in the Tabernacle?

The table was used to hold the showbread, which was a form of offering. It was a sacred piece of furniture where the bread was placed and was a significant part of the Tabernacle's rituals.

Why did Bezalel need specific dimensions for the table?

The dimensions were specified by God and were crucial for the table to fit properly within the Tabernacle and to fulfill its intended purpose in the worship space.

What does shittim wood mean?

Shittim wood is a type of acacia wood. It was considered a strong and durable wood, suitable for crafting the sacred furniture of the Tabernacle.

How does this table relate to modern worship practices?

While the specifics have changed, the concept of offering and the use of specific furnishings in worship areas still holds significance. Modern churches often have special tables or altars where offerings are placed.