Exodus 36:15
New International Version
All eleven curtains were the same size—thirty cubits long and four cubits wide.

New Living Translation
These eleven curtains were all exactly the same size—45 feet long and 6 feet wide.

English Standard Version
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits, and the breadth of each curtain four cubits. The eleven curtains were the same size.

Berean Standard Bible
Each of the eleven curtains was the same size—thirty cubits long and four cubits wide.

King James Bible
The length of one curtain was thirty cubits, and four cubits was the breadth of one curtain: the eleven curtains were of one size.

New King James Version
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits, and the width of each curtain four cubits; the eleven curtains were the same size.

New American Standard Bible
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits, and four cubits was the width of each curtain; the eleven curtains had the same measurements.

NASB 1995
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits and four cubits the width of each curtain; the eleven curtains had the same measurements.

NASB 1977
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits, and four cubits the width of each curtain; the eleven curtains had the same measurements.

Legacy Standard Bible
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits and four cubits the width of each curtain; the eleven curtains had the same measurements.

Amplified Bible
Each curtain was thirty cubits long and four cubits wide; the eleven curtains were of equal size.

Christian Standard Bible
Each curtain was forty-five feet long and six feet wide. All eleven curtains had the same measurements.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The length of each curtain was 45 feet, and the width of each curtain six feet. All 11 curtains had the same measurements.

American Standard Version
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits, and four cubits the breadth of each curtain: the eleven curtains had one measure.

English Revised Version
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits, and four cubits the breadth of each curtain: the eleven curtains had one measure.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Each of the 11 sheets was 45 feet long and 6 feet wide.

Good News Translation
They made them all the same size, 15 yards long and 2 yards wide.

International Standard Version
The length of each curtain was 30 cubits, and the width of each curtain was two cubits; the measurements of each of the eleven curtains was the same.

Majority Standard Bible
Each of the eleven curtains was the same size?thirty cubits long and four cubits wide.

NET Bible
The length of one curtain was forty-five feet, and the width of one curtain was six feet--one size for all eleven curtains.

New Heart English Bible
The length of each curtain was fifty-one feet eight inches, and six feet eleven inches the breadth of each curtain. The eleven curtains were the same size.

Webster's Bible Translation
The length of one curtain was thirty cubits, and four cubits was the breadth of one curtain: the eleven curtains were of one size.

World English Bible
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits, and four cubits the width of each curtain. The eleven curtains had one measure.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
the length of one curtain [is] thirty by the cubit, and the breadth of one curtain [is] four cubits; one measure [is] for the eleven curtains;

Young's Literal Translation
the length of the one curtain is thirty by the cubit, and the breadth of the one curtain is four cubits; one measure is to the eleven curtains;

Smith's Literal Translation
The length of the one curtain thirty by the cubit, and four cubits the breadth of the one curtain: one length to the eleven curtains.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
One curtain was thirty cubits long and four cubits broad: all the curtains were of one measure.

Catholic Public Domain Version
one canopy held in length thirty cubits, and in width four cubits. All the canopies were of one measure.

New American Bible
The length of each sheet was thirty cubits and the width four cubits; all eleven sheets were the same size.

New Revised Standard Version
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits, and the width of each curtain four cubits; the eleven curtains were of the same size.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits, and the breadth of each curtain four cubits; the eleven curtains were of one size.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The length of this curtain was thirty cubits and the width of one curtain, four cubits, one measure for eleven curtains.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The length of each curtain was thirty cubits, and four cubits the breadth of each curtain; the eleven curtains had one measure.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Curtains for the Tabernacle
14He then made curtains of goat hair for the tent over the tabernacle—eleven curtains in all. 15Each of the eleven curtains was the same size— thirty cubits long and four cubits wide. 16He joined five of the curtains into one set and the other six into another.…

Cross References
Exodus 26:8
Each of the eleven curtains is to be the same size—thirty cubits long and four cubits wide.

Exodus 26:1-6
“You are to construct the tabernacle itself with ten curtains of finely spun linen, each with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and cherubim skillfully worked into them. / Each curtain shall be twenty-eight cubits long and four cubits wide—all curtains the same size. / Five of the curtains are to be joined together, and the other five joined as well. ...

1 Kings 6:2
The house that King Solomon built for the LORD was sixty cubits long, twenty cubits wide, and thirty cubits high.

1 Kings 6:9
So Solomon built the temple and finished it, roofing it with beams and planks of cedar.

2 Chronicles 3:3
The foundation that Solomon laid for the house of God was sixty cubits long and twenty cubits wide, according to the old standard.

2 Chronicles 3:5
He paneled the main room with cypress, which he overlaid with fine gold and decorated with palm trees and chains.

Hebrews 8:5
The place where they serve is a copy and shadow of what is in heaven. This is why Moses was warned when he was about to build the tabernacle: “See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.”

Hebrews 9:11
But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that have come, He went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle that is not made by hands and is not a part of this creation.

Hebrews 9:23
So it was necessary for the copies of the heavenly things to be purified with these sacrifices, but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these.

Revelation 21:3
And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying: “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man, and He will dwell with them. They will be His people, and God Himself will be with them as their God.

Revelation 21:16
The city lies foursquare, with its width the same as its length. And he measured the city with the rod, and all its dimensions were equal—12,000 stadia in length and width and height.

Revelation 21:22
But I saw no temple in the city, because the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are its temple.

Numbers 4:25
They are to carry the curtains of the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting with the covering of fine leather over it, the curtains for the entrance to the Tent of Meeting,

Numbers 4:31-32
This is the duty for all their service at the Tent of Meeting: to carry the frames of the tabernacle with its crossbars, posts, and bases, / and the posts of the surrounding courtyard with their bases, tent pegs, and ropes, including all their equipment and everything related to their use. You shall assign by name the items that they are responsible to carry.

1 Chronicles 28:11-12
Then David gave his son Solomon the plans for the portico of the temple, its buildings, storehouses, upper rooms, inner rooms, and the room for the mercy seat. / The plans contained everything David had in mind for the courts of the house of the LORD, for all the surrounding rooms, for the treasuries of the house of God and of the dedicated things,


Treasury of Scripture

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Exodus 36
1. The offerings are delivered to the workmen
4. The generosity of the people is restrained
8. The curtains with cherubim
14. The curtains of goats' hair
19. The covering of skins
20. The boards with their sockets
31. The bars
35. The veil
37. The hanging for the door














Each of the eleven curtains
The construction of the Tabernacle involved precise instructions, reflecting God's order and holiness. The use of eleven curtains signifies completeness and divine order. Curtains served as a barrier, symbolizing separation from the holy presence of God, yet also as a means of approach through prescribed ways. The number eleven, though not as symbolically significant as other numbers in Scripture, still contributes to the overall symmetry and design of the Tabernacle.

was the same size
Uniformity in the size of the curtains emphasizes the importance of equality and consistency in the worship and service of God. This uniformity reflects the unity and harmony expected among God's people. It also points to the meticulous nature of God's instructions, where every detail has significance and purpose.

thirty cubits long
A cubit is approximately 18 inches, making each curtain about 45 feet long. The length of the curtains ensured that the Tabernacle was adequately covered, providing protection and privacy. The number thirty can be seen in other biblical contexts, such as the age at which Levites began their service (Numbers 4:3) and the age Jesus began His ministry (Luke 3:23), suggesting maturity and readiness for service.

and four cubits wide
At about 6 feet wide, the width of the curtains allowed for a manageable size for handling and assembly. The number four often represents universality or completeness in the Bible, as seen in the four corners of the earth (Isaiah 11:12). This could symbolize the comprehensive nature of God's covenant with Israel, encompassing all aspects of life and worship.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites, who received the instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle from God.

2. Bezalel and Oholiab
Skilled craftsmen appointed by God to oversee the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings.

3. The Tabernacle
A portable sanctuary that served as the dwelling place of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness.

4. The Israelites
The people of God, who contributed materials and labor for the construction of the Tabernacle.

5. The Wilderness
The setting where the Israelites traveled and where the Tabernacle was constructed.
Teaching Points
Precision in Obedience
The specific measurements of the curtains highlight the importance of following God's instructions precisely. This teaches us the value of obedience in our walk with God.

Unity and Consistency
The uniformity of the curtains symbolizes unity and consistency in the body of Christ. Just as the curtains were identical, believers are called to be united in purpose and faith.

God's Dwelling Among Us
The Tabernacle was a physical representation of God's presence with His people. Today, we are reminded that God dwells within us through the Holy Spirit.

Generosity and Contribution
The construction of the Tabernacle involved the contributions of the Israelites. This encourages us to use our resources and talents for the work of God's kingdom.

Symbolism of the Tabernacle
The Tabernacle serves as a symbol of God's plan of redemption, pointing to Jesus Christ as the ultimate fulfillment of God's presence with humanity.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The length
אֹ֜רֶךְ (’ō·reḵ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 753: Length

of each
הָאַחַ֗ת (hā·’a·ḥaṯ)
Article | Number - feminine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

curtain
הַיְרִיעָ֣ה (hay·rî·‘āh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 3407: A hanging

[was] thirty
שְׁלֹשִׁים֙ (šə·lō·šîm)
Number - common plural
Strong's 7970: Thirty, thirtieth

cubits,
בָּֽאַמָּ֔ה (bā·’am·māh)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 520: A mother, a cubit, a door-base

and the width
רֹ֖חַב (rō·ḥaḇ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7341: Breadth, width

of each
הָאֶחָ֑ת (hā·’e·ḥāṯ)
Article | Number - feminine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

curtain
הַיְרִיעָ֣ה (hay·rî·‘āh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 3407: A hanging

[was] four
וְאַרְבַּ֣ע (wə·’ar·ba‘)
Conjunctive waw | Number - feminine singular
Strong's 702: Four

cubits;
אַמּ֔וֹת (’am·mō·wṯ)
Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 520: A mother, a cubit, a door-base

each of the eleven
לְעַשְׁתֵּ֥י (lə·‘aš·tê)
Preposition-l | Number - common singular construct
Strong's 6249: Eleven, eleventh

curtains
יְרִיעֹֽת׃ (yə·rî·‘ōṯ)
Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 3407: A hanging

had the same
אַחַ֔ת (’a·ḥaṯ)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

measurements.
מִדָּ֣ה (mid·dāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4060: Extension, height, breadth, a measure, a portion, a vestment, tribute


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