Exodus 36:22 Meaning and Explanation
“One board had two tenons, equally distant one from another: thus did he make for all the boards of the tabernacle.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Exodus 36:22
The joinery system for connecting tabernacle boards is described.
What Does Exodus 36:22 Mean?
Tenons—projecting wooden pieces—were cut from the bottom of each board at equal distances. These would slot into corresponding sockets, creating strong interlocking joints that held boards together and prevented shifting or collapse.
This joinery technique was both practical and consistent, applied uniformly to every board. The precision of spacing the tenons equally demonstrated expert craftsmanship and structural understanding.
Exodus 36:22 in the Original Language
tenons (יָדוֹת, yadot) — projecting wooden pieces on boards that fit into sockets for structural connection
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 36:22
What does Exodus 36:22 mean?
Each board was fitted with two evenly spaced tenons for secure joining to the structure.
What is the context of Exodus 36:22?
The joinery system for connecting tabernacle boards is described.