Exodus 40:2 nasb — "On the first day of the first month you shall set up the tabernacle of the tent of meeting.

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""On the first day of the first month you shall set up the tabernacle of the tent of meeting."

— Exodus 40:2, NASB

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KJV
“On the first day of the first month shalt thou set up the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation.”
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ASV
“On the first day of the first month shalt thou rear up the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. ”
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WEB
“"On the first day of the first month you shall raise up the tabernacle of the Tent of Meeting.”
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NET
““On the first day of the first month you are to set up the tabernacle, the tent of meeting.”
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DRB
“The first month, the first day of the month, thou shalt set up the tabernacle of the testimony,”
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BBE
“On the first day of the first month you are to put up the House of the Tent of meeting.”
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KJVA
“On the first day of the first month shalt thou set up the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation.”
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Exodus 40 — Context

Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying,

"On the first day of the first month you shall set up the tabernacle of the tent of meeting.

"You shall place the ark of the testimony there, and you shall screen the ark with the veil.

"You shall bring in the table and arrange what belongs on it; and you shall bring in the lampstand and mount its lamps.

"Moreover, you shall set the gold altar of incense before the ark of the testimony, and set up the veil for the doorway to the tabernacle.

Exodus 40:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 40:2 say?

Exodus 40:2 in the NASB reads: “"On the first day of the first month you shall set up the tabernacle of the tent of meeting.”

Where is Exodus 40:2 in the Bible?

Exodus 40:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 40, verse 2.

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 40:2.

What translation should I read Exodus 40:2 in?

Exodus 40:2 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 40:2?

Exodus 40:2 reads (NASB): “"On the first day of the first month you shall set up the tabernacle of the tent of meeting.” 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 40:2 nasb — "On the first day of the first month you shall set up the tabernacle of the tent of meeting.

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