Exodus 40:7 asv — And thou shalt set the laver between the tent of meeting and the altar, and shalt put water therein.

American Standard Version

"And thou shalt set the laver between the tent of meeting and the altar, and shalt put water therein. "

— Exodus 40:7, American Standard Version

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Exodus 40 — Context

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And thou shalt bring in the table, and set in order the things that are upon it; and thou shalt bring in the candlestick, and light the lamps thereof.

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And thou shalt set the golden altar for incense before the ark of the testimony, and put the screen of the door to the tabernacle.

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And thou shalt set the altar of burnt-offering before the door of the tabernacle of the tent of meeting.

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And thou shalt set the laver between the tent of meeting and the altar, and shalt put water therein.

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And thou shalt set up the court round about, and hang up the screen of the gate of the court.

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And thou shalt take the anointing oil, and anoint the tabernacle, and all that is therein, and shalt hallow it, and all the furniture thereof: and it shall be holy.

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And thou shalt anoint the altar of burnt-offering, and all its vessels, and sanctify the altar: and the altar shall be most holy.

Exodus 40:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 40:7 say?
Exodus 40:7 in the American Standard Version reads: “And thou shalt set the laver between the tent of meeting and the altar, and shalt put water therein. ”
Where is Exodus 40:7 in the Bible?
Exodus 40:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 40, verse 7.
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 40:7.
What translation should I read Exodus 40:7 in?
Exodus 40:7 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 40:7?
Exodus 40:7 reads (ASV): “And thou shalt set the laver between the tent of meeting and the altar, and shalt put water therein. ” 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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