Exodus 40:7 cpdv — The washtub shall stand between the altar and the tabernacle, and you shall fill it with water.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"The washtub shall stand between the altar and the tabernacle, and you shall fill it with water. "

— Exodus 40:7, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Exodus 40 — Context

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And having brought in the table, you shall place the things which were solemnly commanded upon it. The lampstand shall stand with its lamps,

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and the altar of gold, in which the incense is burned, shall stand before the ark of the testimony. You shall place the tent at the entrance of the tabernacle,

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and before it, the altar of holocaust.

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The washtub shall stand between the altar and the tabernacle, and you shall fill it with water.

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And you shall encompass the atrium and its entrance with hangings.

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And, having taken up the oil of unction, you shall anoint the tabernacle along with its articles, so that they may be sanctified.

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The altar of holocaust and all its vessels,

Exodus 40:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 40:7 say?
Exodus 40:7 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “The washtub shall stand between the altar and the tabernacle, and you shall fill it with water. ”
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 (CPDV): “The washtub shall stand between the altar and the tabernacle, and you shall fill it with water. ” 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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