12 As for the additional length of the tent curtains, the half curtain that is left over is to hang down at the rear of the tabernacle.

Other Translations of Exodus 26:12

King James Version

12 And the remnant that remaineth of the curtains of the tent, the half curtain that remaineth, shall hang over the backside of the tabernacle.

English Standard Version

12 And the part that remains of the curtains of the tent, the half curtain that remains, shall hang over the back of the tabernacle.

The Message

12 "Hang half of the overlap of the tapestry panels over the rear of The Dwelling.

New King James Version

12 The remnant that remains of the curtains of the tent, the half curtain that remains, shall hang over the back of the tabernacle.

New Living Translation

12 The remaining 3 feet of this tent covering will be left to hang over the back of the Tabernacle.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Exodus 26:12

Commentary on Exodus 26:7-14

(Read Exodus 26:7-14)

The curtains of meaner materials, being made both longer and broader, covered the others, and were defended by coverings of skins. The whole represents the person and doctrine of Christ, and the church of true Christians, and all heavenly things, which outwardly are mean, but inwardly, and in the sight of God, are glorious and precious.