Exodus 25:20 cpdv — And let them cover both sides of the propitiatory, spreading their wings and covering the oracle, and let them look out…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And let them cover both sides of the propitiatory, spreading their wings and covering the oracle, and let them look out toward one another, their faces being turned toward the propitiatory, with which the ark is to be covered, "

— Exodus 25:20, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Exodus 25 — Context

17

You shall also make a propitiatory of the finest gold. Its length shall hold two and one half cubits, and the width, one and one half cubits.

18

Likewise, you shall make two Cherubim of formed gold, on both sides of the oracle.

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Let one Cherub be on the one side, and the other be on the other.

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And let them cover both sides of the propitiatory, spreading their wings and covering the oracle, and let them look out toward one another, their faces being turned toward the propitiatory, with which the ark is to be covered,

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in which you will place the testimony that I will give to you.

22

From there, I will warn you and speak to you, above the propitiatory and from the middle of the two Cherubim, which will be over the ark of the testimony, about everything that I will command of the sons of Israel through you.

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You shall also make a table of setim wood, having two cubits of length, and one cubit in width, and one cubit and one half cubits in height.

Exodus 25:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 25:20 say?
Exodus 25:20 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And let them cover both sides of the propitiatory, spreading their wings and covering the oracle, and let them look out toward one another, their faces being turned toward the propitiatory, with which the ark is to be covered, ”
Where is Exodus 25:20 in the Bible?
Exodus 25:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 25, verse 20.
Who wrote Exodus?
Exodus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Exodus about?
Exodus tells of Israel's deliverance from slavery in Egypt and the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai. Through the plagues, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the covenant at Sinai, God reveals himself as Redeemer and comes to dwell among his people in the tabernacle.
What are the major themes of Exodus?
Exodus explores themes including Deliverance, Covenant, Law, God's Presence, Worship, Redemption. These themes shape the meaning and context of Exodus 25:20.
What translation should I read Exodus 25:20 in?
Exodus 25:20 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Exodus 25:20?
Exodus 25:20 reads (CPDV): “And let them cover both sides of the propitiatory, spreading their wings and covering the oracle, and let them look out toward one another, their faces being turned toward the propitiatory, with which the ark is to be covered, ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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