Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version the gold altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the entrance to the tent; New Living Translation the gold altar; the anointing oil and fragrant incense; the curtain for the entrance of the sacred tent; English Standard Version the golden altar, the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the screen for the entrance of the tent; Berean Standard Bible the gold altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the entrance to the tent; King James Bible And the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the tabernacle door, New King James Version the gold altar, the anointing oil, and the sweet incense; the screen for the tabernacle door; New American Standard Bible and the gold altar, and the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the doorway of the tent; NASB 1995 and the gold altar, and the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the veil for the doorway of the tent; NASB 1977 and the gold altar, and the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the veil for the doorway of the tent; Legacy Standard Bible and the gold altar, and the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the veil for the doorway of the tent; Amplified Bible the golden altar [of incense], the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the [hanging] veil for the doorway of the tent; Christian Standard Bible the gold altar; the anointing oil; the fragrant incense; the screen for the entrance to the tent; Holman Christian Standard Bible the gold altar; the anointing oil; the fragrant incense; the screen for the entrance to the tent; American Standard Version and the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the screen for the door of the Tent; Contemporary English Version the gold-covered incense altar; the ordination oil and the sweet-smelling incense; the curtain for the entrance to the tent; English Revised Version and the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the screen for the door of the Tent; GOD'S WORD® Translation the gold altar, the anointing oil, the sweet-smelling incense, the screen for the entrance to the tent, Good News Translation the gold altar; the anointing oil; the sweet-smelling incense; the curtain for the entrance of the Tent; International Standard Version the altar of gold, anointing oil, aromatic incense, the screen for the doorway to the tent, NET Bible and the gold altar, and the anointing oil, and the fragrant incense; and the curtain for the entrance to the tent; New Heart English Bible the golden altar, the anointing oil, the sweet incense, the screen for the door of the Tent, Webster's Bible Translation And the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the tabernacle-door, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblethe gold altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the entrance to the tent; World English Bible the golden altar, the anointing oil, the sweet incense, the screen for the door of the Tent, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the spice-incense, and the covering of the opening of the tent; Young's Literal Translation And the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the spice-perfume, and the covering of the opening of the tent; Smith's Literal Translation And the altar of gold and the oil of anointing, and the incense of aromatics, and the covering for the door of the tent; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the hanging in the entry of the tabernacle: Catholic Public Domain Version and the tent at the entrance of the tabernacle, New American Bible the golden altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense; the curtain for the entrance of the tent, New Revised Standard Version the golden altar, the anointing oil and the fragrant incense, and the screen for the entrance of the tent; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the tabernacle door, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the altar of gold and oil of anointing, and incense of sweet spices, and the covering of the door of the Tabernacle, OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the screen for the door of the Tent; Brenton Septuagint Translation And they made the anointing oil, and the incense of composition, and the pure candlestick, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Moses Approves the Work…37the pure gold lampstand with its row of lamps and all its utensils, as well as the oil for the light; 38 the gold altar, the anointing oil, the fragrant incense, and the curtain for the entrance to the tent; 39the bronze altar with its bronze grating, its poles, and all its utensils; the basin with its stand;… Cross References Exodus 25:31-40 Then you are to make a lampstand of pure, hammered gold. It shall be made of one piece, including its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. / Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—three on one side and three on the other. / There are to be three cups shaped like almond blossoms on the first branch, each with buds and petals, three on the next branch, and the same for all six branches that extend from the lampstand. ... Exodus 37:17-24 Then he made the lampstand out of pure hammered gold, all of one piece: its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. / Six branches extended from the sides, three on one side and three on the other. / There were three cups shaped like almond blossoms on the first branch, each with buds and petals, three on the next branch, and the same for all six branches that extended from the lampstand. ... Numbers 8:1-4 Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Speak to Aaron and tell him: ‘When you set up the seven lamps, they are to light the area in front of the lampstand.’” / And Aaron did so; he set up the lamps facing toward the front of the lampstand, just as the LORD had commanded Moses. ... 1 Kings 7:49 the lampstands of pure gold in front of the inner sanctuary, five on the right side and five on the left; the gold flowers, lamps, and tongs; 2 Chronicles 4:7 He made ten gold lampstands according to their specifications and placed them in the temple, five on the south side and five on the north. Zechariah 4:2 “What do you see?” he asked. “I see a solid gold lampstand,” I replied, “with a bowl at the top and seven lamps on it, with seven spouts to the lamps. Revelation 1:12-13 Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned, I saw seven golden lampstands, / and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest. Revelation 1:20 This is the mystery of the seven stars you saw in My right hand and of the seven golden lampstands: The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands are the seven churches. Revelation 2:1 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of Him who holds the seven stars in His right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. Revelation 11:4 These witnesses are the two olive trees and the two lampstands that stand before the Lord of the earth. Hebrews 9:2 A tabernacle was prepared. In its first room were the lampstand, the table, and the consecrated bread. This was called the Holy Place. Matthew 5:14-16 You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. / Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. / In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. John 8:12 Once again, Jesus spoke to the people and said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 9:5 While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” John 12:46 I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in Me should remain in darkness. Treasury of Scripture And the golden altar, and the anointing oil, and the sweet incense, and the hanging for the tabernacle door, sweet incense. Jump to Previous Altar Anointing Burning Covering Curtain Door Doorway Drugs Entrance Fragrant Gold Golden Hanging Holy Incense Oil Opening Perfume Screen Spice-Perfume Sweet Tabernacle Tabernacle-Door Tent VeilJump to Next Altar Anointing Burning Covering Curtain Door Doorway Drugs Entrance Fragrant Gold Golden Hanging Holy Incense Oil Opening Perfume Screen Spice-Perfume Sweet Tabernacle Tabernacle-Door Tent VeilExodus 39 1. The cloths of service and holy garments.2. The ephod 8. The breast-plate 22. The robe of the ephod 27. The coats, mitre, and girdle of fine linen 30. The plate of the holy crown 32. All is finished, reviewed, and approved by Moses the gold altar The gold altar, also known as the altar of incense, was located in the Holy Place of the Tabernacle. It was made of acacia wood and overlaid with pure gold, signifying its sacred purpose. This altar was used for burning incense, symbolizing the prayers of the people ascending to God (Psalm 141:2; Revelation 8:3-4). The use of gold represents purity and divinity, pointing to the holiness required in approaching God. The altar's placement before the veil separating the Holy Place from the Most Holy Place underscores the importance of prayer and intercession in the worship of God. the anointing oil the fragrant incense and the curtain for the entrance to the tent; Persons / Places / Events 1. The Gold AltarThis refers to the altar of incense, which was made of acacia wood and overlaid with gold. It was placed in the Holy Place of the Tabernacle, symbolizing the prayers of the people ascending to God. 2. The Anointing Oil A sacred mixture used to consecrate the priests and the Tabernacle, signifying the setting apart of people and objects for God's service. 3. The Fragrant Incense A special blend of spices burned on the gold altar, representing the prayers and worship of the Israelites rising to God. 4. The Curtain for the Entrance to the Tent This curtain separated the Holy Place from the outer court, symbolizing the barrier between God and humanity that was later torn at Christ's crucifixion. 5. The Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites, representing God's desire to dwell with His people. Teaching Points Symbolism of PrayerThe gold altar and incense remind us of the importance of prayer in our relationship with God. Just as incense was a pleasing aroma, our prayers are a sweet offering to the Lord. Consecration and Holiness The anointing oil signifies the need for holiness and being set apart for God's purposes. As believers, we are called to live consecrated lives, dedicated to His service. Access to God The curtain represents the separation that sin causes between humanity and God. Through Christ, this barrier is removed, and we have direct access to the Father. God's Presence The Tabernacle illustrates God's desire to dwell among His people. Today, believers are the temple of the Holy Spirit, and God dwells within us. Worship and Reverence The detailed instructions for the Tabernacle and its furnishings teach us the importance of approaching God with reverence and worship. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 39What is the purpose of the Altar of Incense? In Exodus 30:9, why would burning 'strange incense' on the altar be severely prohibited without a clear scientific or historical explanation of the consequences? Exodus 37:25-29: Is there any historical or extrabiblical record to confirm the special incense formula mentioned, or does it appear only in biblical tradition? In Hebrews 9:2-5, how can the detailed description of the Tabernacle's furnishings be reconciled with the limited archeological evidence for such an elaborate structure? Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew the goldהַזָּהָ֔ב (haz·zā·hāḇ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky altar, מִזְבַּ֣ח (miz·baḥ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4196: An altar the anointing הַמִּשְׁחָ֔ה (ham·miš·ḥāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4888: Unction, a consecratory gift oil, שֶׁ֣מֶן (še·men) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness the fragrant הַסַּמִּ֑ים (has·sam·mîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5561: Spice (used in incense) incense, קְטֹ֣רֶת (qə·ṭō·reṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 7004: Smoke, odor of (burning) sacrifice, incense and the curtain מָסַ֖ךְ (mā·saḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4539: A covering, screen for the entrance פֶּ֥תַח (pe·ṯaḥ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6607: An opening, door, entrance way to the tent; הָאֹֽהֶל׃ (hā·’ō·hel) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 168: A tent Links Exodus 39:38 NIVExodus 39:38 NLT Exodus 39:38 ESV Exodus 39:38 NASB Exodus 39:38 KJV Exodus 39:38 BibleApps.com Exodus 39:38 Biblia Paralela Exodus 39:38 Chinese Bible Exodus 39:38 French Bible Exodus 39:38 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 39:38 The golden altar the anointing oil (Exo. 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