Exodus 26:18
"There shall be two tenons in each board, joined to one another: thus you shall make for all the boards of the tabernacle."
Key Reflection
In Exodus 26:18, God instructs Moses to ensure that each board used in constructing the tabernacle has two tenons, which are interlocking joints designed to connect them firmly together. This detail was crucial for the structural integrity of the tabernacle, emphasizing the precision and care required in its construction. The original audience would have understood this as part of a broader set of instructions that ensured the sacred space could withstand use without collapsing, reflecting the importance of both practical function and divine presence within the tabernacle's design.
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