Exodus 30:20 cpdv — when they enter the tabernacle of the testimony, and when they approach to the altar so as to offer incense to the Lord…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"when they enter the tabernacle of the testimony, and when they approach to the altar so as to offer incense to the Lord upon it, "

— Exodus 30:20, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Exodus 30:20 in Other Translations

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KJV
“When they go into the tabernacle of the congregation, they shall wash with water, that they die not; or when they come near to the altar to minister, to burn offering made by fire unto the Lord:”
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ASV
“when they go into the tent of meeting, they shall wash with water, that they die not; or when they come near to the altar to minister, to burn an offering made by fire unto Jehovah. ”
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WEB
“When they go into the Tent of Meeting, they shall wash with water, that they not die; or when they come near to the altar to minister, to burn an offering made by fire to Yahweh.”
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NET
“When they enter the tent of meeting, they must wash with water so that they do not die. Also, when they approach the altar to minister by burning incense as an offering made by fire to the LORD,”
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DRB
“When they are going into the tabernacle of the testimony, and when they are to come to the altar, to offer on it incense to the Lord,”
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BBE
“Whenever they go into the Tent of meeting they are to be washed with water, to keep them from death; and whenever they come near to do the work of the altar, or to make an offering by fire to the Lord,”
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KJVA
“When they go into the tabernacle of the congregation, they shall wash with water, that they die not; or when they come near to the altar to minister, to burn offering made by fire unto the Lord:”
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Exodus 30 — Context

And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying:

“You shall also make a bronze washtub with its base to wash in; and you shall place it between the tabernacle of the testimony and the altar. And when water has been added,

Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and feet in it:

when they enter the tabernacle of the testimony, and when they approach to the altar so as to offer incense to the Lord upon it,

otherwise, they may die. This shall be an everlasting law to him, and to his offspring, throughout their successions.”

And the Lord spoke to Moses,

saying: “Take for yourself aromatics: of the first and best myrrh, five hundred shekels, and of cinnamon half as much, that is, two hundred and fifty shekels; of sweet flag similarly two hundred and fifty,

Exodus 30:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 30:20 say?

Exodus 30:20 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “when they enter the tabernacle of the testimony, and when they approach to the altar so as to offer incense to the Lord upon it, ”

Where is Exodus 30:20 in the Bible?

Exodus 30:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 30, 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 30:20.

What translation should I read Exodus 30:20 in?

Exodus 30:20 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 30:20?

Exodus 30:20 reads (CPDV): “when they enter the tabernacle of the testimony, and when they approach to the altar so as to offer incense to the Lord upon it, ” 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.

Exodus 30:20 cpdv — when they enter the tabernacle of the testimony, and when they approach to the altar so as to offer incense to the Lord…

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