He made loops of blue material on the edge of the end curtain in the first set, and also on the end curtain in the second set. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 36:11? 2. How does Exodus 36:11 demonstrate God's attention to detail in craftsmanship? 3. What can we learn about obedience from the instructions in Exodus 36:11? 4. How does the tabernacle's construction in Exodus 36 connect to New Testament teachings? 5. How can we apply the principle of unity from "joined to one another"? 6. In what ways can we use our skills for God's glory, as shown here? 7. What is the significance of the cherubim design in Exodus 36:11 for the Israelites? 8. How does Exodus 36:11 reflect the craftsmanship skills of the Israelites? 9. Why were specific measurements and designs important in Exodus 36:11? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 36? 11. Why is there so little archaeological evidence for a massive tabernacle project described in Exodus 36? 12. In Exodus 36:6-7, would a vast surplus of materials realistically occur under harsh desert conditions? 13. Exodus 26:1 - How could the Israelites, recently escaped slaves, acquire the fine twisted linen and skilled craftsmanship required for such intricate curtains? 14. Exodus 27:9-19: How do we reconcile these detailed Tabernacle dimensions with differing descriptions of sacred spaces elsewhere in the Bible? Discussion Questions 1. How does the construction of the Tabernacle reflect the character of God, and what can we learn from this about how we approach Him in worship?2. In what ways can the unity of the curtains in the Tabernacle inspire us to seek unity within our local church community? 3. How does the concept of God dwelling among His people in the Tabernacle relate to the New Testament teaching of believers being the temple of the Holy Spirit? 4. What are some practical ways we can demonstrate obedience to God's instructions in our daily lives, as seen in the construction of the Tabernacle? 5. How do the colors used in the Tabernacle's design (blue, purple, scarlet) enhance our understanding of God's nature and His relationship with us?1. Why is the detail in the description of the sanctuary's construction significant in this chapter? How does this detail contribute to your understanding of the text? 2. How does the role of Bezalel and Oholiab in the construction of the sanctuary reflect on the value of skills and crafts in spiritual activities? 3. In what ways does the Israelite's willingness to contribute freewill offerings reflect their relationship with God? How can this be applied to our modern-day offerings or tithing practices? 4. How do you interpret the command for the people to stop bringing offerings? What does this tell you about the nature of God and His desires for His people? 5. How can the concept of 'freewill offerings' be applied in our everyday lives outside of a religious context? 6. What does the construction of the sanctuary teach us about the concept of sacred space in our lives? 7. How can the detailed craftsmanship described in the passage be used as a metaphor for our own spiritual lives? 8. How does the communal effort in constructing the sanctuary reflect on the importance of community in spiritual growth? 9. How can we apply the concept of a Sabbath, a day of rest, in our current, busy lifestyles? 10. In what ways can the spirit of generosity exhibited by the Israelites inspire us in our personal and community life? 11. How does the passage reflect on the interplay of divine inspiration and human execution? 12. How can we use our personal talents and skills, like Bezalel and Oholiab, in the service of God and our communities? 13. In what ways is the sanctuary, as described, a physical representation of God's glory? 14. How do you interpret the presence of beauty and art in the construction of the sanctuary? What does it tell us about the role of art in our worship and reverence to God? 15. What can we learn from the obedience of the Israelites to God's command in terms of our personal faith? 16. How does the detail-oriented nature of God's instructions shape your understanding of His nature? 17. In what ways can the concept of a 'sanctuary' be created within our own lives or homes? 18. How does the principle of freewill offering differ from giving out of obligation, and how can we embody this principle? 19. What can we learn about the value of shared purpose and cooperation from this chapter? 20. How can we integrate the practice of honoring God in the detailed aspects of our lives, as Bezalel and Oholiab did in their craftsmanship? Links Exodus 36:11 NIVExodus 36:11 NLT Exodus 36:11 ESV Exodus 36:11 NASB Exodus 36:11 KJV Exodus 36:11 Commentaries Bible Hub |



