Exodus 36:11 Meaning and Explanation
“And he made loops of blue on the edge of one curtain from the selvedge in the coupling: and likewise he made in the uttermost side of another curtain, in the coupling of the second.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Blue loops were sewn along the edges where curtains would be joined together.
The Context of Exodus 36:11
Loops for coupling the curtain sections are crafted from blue thread.
What Does Exodus 36:11 Mean?
The artisan created loops of blue thread along the selvage (finished edge) of the outermost curtain in each group of five. These loops would serve as connection points for the clasps that would ultimately join the two sections into one unified covering.
The choice of blue—one of the sanctuary colors—unified the functional coupling mechanism with the sacred aesthetic. These tiny loops, though unseen once assembled, were essential to the structure's integrity.
Exodus 36:11 in the Original Language
selvedge (שׁוּלַיִם, shulayim) — the finished edge of woven fabric that won't unravel
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 36:11
What does Exodus 36:11 mean?
Blue loops were sewn along the edges where curtains would be joined together.
What is the context of Exodus 36:11?
Loops for coupling the curtain sections are crafted from blue thread.