Exodus 36:35
“He made the veil of blue, purple, scarlet, and fine twined linen: with cherubim. He made it the work of a skillful workman.”
What does Exodus 36:35 mean?
The veil here separated the Holy Place from the Holy of Holies, the innermost sanctuary where God's presence was understood to dwell. This wasn't just functional—the careful craftsmanship with expensive dyes and embroidered cherubim (heavenly beings) demonstrated that what lay beyond deserved reverence and beauty. The text's emphasis on "skillful workman" tells us that creating something for God's house required the best artistry someone could offer, not rushed or careless work. For people in any season of life, there's something meaningful about that: we honor what we love through care and intentionality.